Stillman & Birn Alpha Series - Wirebound Sketchbook - Portrait 9 x 12 - 150gsm White Paper
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Stillman & Birn Alpha Series - Wirebound Sketchbook - Portrait 9 x 12 - 150gsm White Paper
- HEAVYWEIGHT PAPER: Strong enough to use wet media on both sides of page. Great for artists combining dry media mixed with watercolor.
- CRAFTED FOR MIXED MEDIA: Double-sized (from non-animal materials) for enhanced wet strength and glowing color.
- ERASABLE & TOUGH: Withstands multiple erasures and holds up well to layered light washes of wet media.
- DURABLE: Thick board, premium U.S. coil binding, and heavy-duty art paper equals a sketchbook that is built for serious use.
ALPHA SERIES WIREBOUND SKETCHBOOKS
Stillman & Birn Alpha Series Wirebound Sketchbooks, 150 gsm (Heavyweight), white paper, medium grain surface. Suitable for dry media, light wash and ink. Example of recommended usage: working in pencil or ink mixed with watercolor. Acid-free, chloride-free, lignin-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use watercolor in this sketchbook?
Yes. The 150gsm paper is heavyweight and sized for wet media, making it suitable for light washes of watercolor combined with dry media like pencil or ink. However, it's designed for light to moderate watercolor use, not heavy saturation.
What kind of paper surface does this have?
The paper has a medium grain surface with a smooth, versatile texture that works well for both dry media (pencil, charcoal) and light wet media applications.
Will pencil marks erase easily?
Yes. The paper is erasable and tough, withstanding multiple erasures without damage or excessive wear to the surface.
Is the binding durable?
The sketchbook features premium U.S. coil binding with a thick board cover, designed to withstand heavy use and repeated page turning.
Is this paper acid-free and archival?
Yes. The paper is acid-free, chloride-free, and lignin-free, which means your artwork won't yellow or degrade over time.
What's the paper weight and why does it matter?
At 150gsm (heavyweight), this paper is substantially thicker than standard sketchbooks, allowing it to handle layered work, light washes, and multiple erasures without buckling or tearing.
