Strathmore 400 Series Toned Gray Sketch Pad 5.5x8.5 Inch 50 Sheets Artist Sketchbook
Why you'll like it
- Enhanced Contrast — Mid-tone gray background allows white highlights and dark shadows to pop vividly for immediate depth and dimension.
- Superior Longevity — Acid-free 118 gsm paper prevents yellowing over time to preserve your artistic creations.
- Eco-Friendly Construction — 100 percent recycled paper containing 30 percent post-consumer fiber offers sustainable quality for daily sketching.
- Versatile Media Compatibility — Works seamlessly with graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, markers, pens, and white gel pens.
- Portable Convenience — Compact 5.5x8.5-inch spiral-bound design makes it easy to create artwork anywhere inspiration strikes.
Product details
Description
Discover a superior drawing experience with the Strathmore 400 Series Toned Gray Sketch Pad, designed specifically for artists, students, and illustration professionals. Sourced directly as an authentic USA import, this compact 5.5x8.5-inch spiral-bound sketchbook features 50 sheets of medium-gray, 80lb (118gsm) paper with a smooth texture laid finish.
The unique mid-tone gray background eliminates the need to lay down a tedious base value, allowing your middle values to bridge naturally while saving precious creation time. Crafted from 100 percent recycled paper containing 30 percent post-consumer fiber and completely acid-free, it guarantees archival longevity so your artwork resists yellowing over time.
This versatile paper is optimized for both light and dark media, making it an exceptional choice for graphite pencils, charcoal, sketching sticks, chalk, colored pencils, markers, pens, and white gel pens that pop vividly for striking highlights and deep shadows. Whether you are practicing new drawing techniques, building comic character concepts, or crafting finished illustrations on the go, this portable sketchbook delivers professional-grade performance.
How to use
- Select your preferred drawing or sketching medium such as graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, or gel pens.
- Utilize the mid-tone gray paper surface to establish mid-values directly, adding dark pencils for shadows and white chalk or pens for highlights.
- Turn the spiral-bound pages easily as you work through your illustrations.
Ingredients
100% Recycled Acid-Free Artist Paper (118 GSM / 80 lb)
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Strathmore |
|---|---|
| UPC | 012017412158 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
What art medium do you plan to use?
This toned gray sketch pad is exceptionally versatile and works wonderfully with a wide variety of dry media, including graphite, colored pencils, charcoal, chalk, sketching sticks, pens, markers, and white gel pens for striking highlights.
Are you looking to buy this pad or need help with drawing techniques on toned paper?
Drawing on toned gray paper allows you to bypass laying down a base value because the neutral background acts as a middle tone. You can focus immediately on building rich dark shadows and vibrant white highlights to create stunning three-dimensional depth quickly.
Is the paper in this sketch pad acid-free and eco-friendly?
Yes, the sketch pad features 100 percent recycled paper containing 30 percent post-consumer fiber. It is completely acid-free, which ensures longevity and prevents your artwork from yellowing or degrading over time.
Are Strathmore products sold on Dropy India authentic USA imports?
Yes, Dropy India sources all beauty, personal care, and art supplies directly from the USA, ensuring you receive 100 percent genuine, authentic brand products delivered right to your doorstep in India.
What are the dimensions and sheet count of this sketch pad?
This specific sketch pad measures 5.5x8.5 inches (14x21.6 cm) in a compact, portable size and contains 50 spiral-bound sheets of 118 gsm medium-texture paper.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.