• STRATHMORE PAPER MADE FOR ADVANCED ARTISTS—The 400 Series features our best quality surface, recommended for collegiate art students, artists & hobbyists creating pieces worth publicizing
• HEAVYWEIGHT DRAWING PAPER FOR PENCIL & PASTEL—A versatile drawing surface ideal for artists working with colored pencil, charcoal pencil, graphite pencil, pastel, chalk & sketching stick
• ASSORTED TONED SHEETS—Each pad contains white, black & three different shades of gray for different value studies
• GLUE BOUND FOR EASY SHEET REMOVAL—Dependable binding for safe travel & easy sheet removal when ready to showcase pieces
• LAY FLAT, DURABLE & PORTABLE—Constructed with a durable cover & chipboard backing; take your sketchbook wherever inspiration strikes & never miss a creative moment
• STRATHMORE: THE ARTIST'S CHOICE—Choosing an art surface is one of the most important decisions an artist makes in determining the outcome of their work. Artists choose Strathmore.

Introducing Strathmore 400 Series Gray Scale Paper-- a textured heavyweight paper in gray scale colors ranging from white to black, making it perfect for value studies using charcoal, pastel, chalk, and sketching sticks. Our 400 Series is often easily recognized thanks to the iconic brown cover used across our fine art pads. Known for its dependable quality & time-tested durability, this series is a staple in the hands of art students & professional artists, from their first art class in middle school, through to high school competitions, collegiate course work & on to a career as a professional artist, fashion designer, architect, illustrator, animator or engineer. Artists working with watercolor paint, acrylic paint, oil paint, pastel, colored pencil, charcoal, marker, pen, ink & more have a curated paper customized for their needs. Confidently create showcase-worthy pieces for galleries, competitions & online market places with this beloved series!