Strathmore Drawing Pad 400 Series Smooth Surface, 11x14 Cream, 24 Sheets — 80 lb for Pencil & Ink

Strathmore's 400 Series Smooth Surface Drawing Pad is a medium-weight, cream-coloured paper pad designed for precise line work and erasable dry-media techniques.

This 11 x 14-inch wire-bound pad delivers dependable performance for sketching, technical drawings, and finished pencil or ink pieces. The 80 lb (approx. 130 gsm) sheets balance tooth and smoothness to support graphite, coloured pencil, pen, ink, and marker without excessive texture. Micro-perforation lets you remove individual sheets cleanly, and the cream tone adds subtle warmth to values and line work.

How does the paper handle pencils and coloured pencils?

The smooth surface is tuned to accept fine lines and layered pencil work while still allowing clean erasing. Artists who need control for tight details and incremental shading will appreciate the surface response.

• 80 lb weight resists light indenting from repetitive strokes
• Smooth finish produces crisp graphite and coloured pencil edges
• Cream colour softens highlights and reduces glare under bright light
• Good erasability for corrections without heavy fibre lift

Can I use ink, markers, or mixed pens on this pad?

The pad accepts pens and markers for line work and notation; however, it is a dry-media focused sheet, so expect some show-through with heavy wet media. For technical inking and marker sketches the paper performs well when using low-bleed instruments.

• Pen and ink retain sharp edges on the smooth surface
• Fine-tipped markers produce clean lines with minimal feathering
• Not recommended for heavy washes or saturated wet media
• Micro-perforation helps detach finished pieces neatly

What makes this pad convenient for studio and on-the-go work?

The wire binding and micro-perforated sheets are built for workflow and portability. The pad lies flat for uninterrupted drawing across the page and individual pages detach cleanly for framing or scanning.

• Wire-bound format ensures a flat working surface
• Micro-perforations allow tidy sheet removal for presentation
• 24 sheets provide a compact but useful supply for projects or classes
• 11 x 14 size is easy to carry but large enough for detailed work

Who is this for: Artists, students, and hobbyists seeking a versatile dry-media paper that supports precise line work, fine detail, and erasing without heavy texture. If your practice relies on graphite, coloured pencil, pen, ink, or low-saturation marker work, this Strathmore 400 Series pad is a practical, everyday choice that blends portability with dependable surface performance.

• Cream coloured drawing paper
• Smooth surface wire bound pad
• Micro-perforated sheets
• 80lb paper weight
• 24 Sheets per pad