Strathmore 400 Series Tape Bound Mixed Media Pad, 140 lb. Vellum Paper, 11 X 14 inches, 15 Sheets (462-111)

As someone who enjoys experimenting with different art supplies, I wanted a paper that was sturdy enough to handle a variety of mediums without spending a fortune. This mixed media paper has been exactly what I was looking for. I regularly use watercolor, acrylic paint, oil pastels, and other mixed media techniques, and this paper has held up surprisingly well. It's thick enough to handle wet materials without immediately buckling or falling apart, while still being affordable enough that I don't feel guilty using it for practice, experimentation, or learning new techniques. I use oil pastels frequently, and this paper has been especially enjoyable to work on. The surface is smooth enough to allow for easy blending and layering, which gives me more freedom while creating. I found it easy to move and blend colors without fighting against an overly rough texture, while still having enough tooth to hold the medium well. What I appreciate most is the balance between quality and value. As an artist who is still exploring different styles and materials, I don't always want to use my most expensive paper. This paper is a great middle ground—it's affordable enough for everyday practice, but the quality is high enough that I would feel comfortable displaying finished pieces created on it. The paper has a nice weight and durability, making it versatile for a wide range of projects. Whether I'm testing new techniques, creating mixed media artwork, or finishing a piece I'm proud of, this paper performs well and gives me confidence that it will hold up. If you're looking for an affordable, versatile mixed media paper that can handle a variety of art supplies while still being presentation-worthy for finished artwork, I highly recommend giving this one a try.

Not bad at all

Great paper for oil pastels

Strathmore is a paper you can always count on for quality. I like the weight.

Purchased 3X. Love this paper, it's top nothch. I use it for acrylic, watercolor, anything else I happen to be working with, and as a matt for other paintings.

It's great an I like it but when I want to do a large area, the water kind of beads. Maybe this is my own fault but I haven't figured out how to cover a larger area without that happening yet.

I ordered this as a gift for my 7year old grand daughter and decided that it was too nice of a quality for a beginning artist. So decided to keep it for myself. Although there are only 15 sheets, I like that they are plenty thick for watercolor. I found this tablet to be a nice quality to suit my needs!

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Strathmore nunca defrauda. Para técnica mixta de acuarela, lápices acuarelables y lápices de color es fantástico. Textura ideal para lápices, algo difícil de encontrar en papeles que soportan humedad.

the paper is large and thick and good quality. really holding color well and it does not bleed even if you use a sharpie.

I am a coloured pencil, pan pastel and graphite artist. I find it takes many layers with good results.

Very happy with the good quality paper. Great transaction. Thank you +++

This is a great product. The paper is high quality and I use it all the time for all my art needs!