TALENS Art Creation Sketch Pad, 140 g, 80 Sheets, Hardcover, 12–21 cm
The TALENS Art Creation Sketchbook with a hardcover is a quality notebook for drawing, sketching, pen-and-ink work, and journal entries. The hard cardboard covers reliably protect the paper from damage and provide a stable surface for creating outdoors without a table. The acid-free paper, with a weight of 140 g/m², helps preserve artwork and withstands repeated erasing without unwanted pilling.
Product details
- Brand: TALENS
- Product line: Art Creation
- Paper weight: 140 g/m²
- Number of sheets: 80 sheets
- Paper properties: acid-free, eraser-resistant
- Binding: hardcover book binding
- Available sizes: 12 x 12 cm, 13 x 21 cm, 15 x 21 cm, 21 x 30 cm
- Manufacturer origin: Royal Talens, Netherlands (traditional manufacturer since 1899)
Suitable techniques and use
The pad is designed primarily for dry techniques and detailed drawing with pencils, colored pencils, ink pens, markers, sanguine, or charcoal. When working with dusty charcoal or sanguine, we recommend protecting the finished drawing with a final fixative. The paper is not intended for wet techniques with a high water content.
Frequently asked questions
What is the paper weight, and can the pad also be used for wet techniques? The paper has a weight of 140 g/m² and is intended for dry techniques, drawing with pencils, pens, or markers. It is not suitable for wet techniques involving large amounts of water.
Is the paper in the sketchbook acid-free? Yes, the paper is acid-free, which helps prevent drawings from yellowing or fading over time.
What type of binding does this sketchbook have? The sketchbook has a hardcover with rigid covers that stay open without folding and provide support when drawing away from a work table.
