Affordable, High-Quality Bristol Pads for a Range of Drawing Techniques

Strathmore 300 Series Bristol Pads provide an economical option for artists and students seeking a strong, reliable surface for finished work and practice. Each 20-sheet pad features heavyweight 100 lb. (270 gsm) acid-free paper, available in two distinct finishes to suit different media preferences.

The Smooth surface is ideal for crisp, detailed work with graphite, pen and ink, marker, or airbrush, while the Vellum surface offers a textured feel perfect for dry media like charcoal, pastel, and colored pencil. These tape-bound pads make it easy to remove sheets cleanly for display or portfolio use, making them a studio staple for practicing and emerging artists alike.

Key Features

• 100 lb. (270 gsm) heavyweight, acid-free Bristol paper
• Available in Smooth and Vellum surfaces
• 20-sheet, tape-bound pads
• Smooth: excellent for pen & ink, airbrush, marker, and detailed line work
• Vellum: great for dry media including charcoal, pastel, and colored pencil

Perfect For

• Graphite, pen and ink, colored pencil, charcoal, and pastel
• Mixed media, collage, sketching, and illustration
• Students and artists working on finished artwork or technique development
• Artists who need an affordable, versatile Bristol surface