The Strathmore Series 300 Bristol Smooth Pad is rooted in the classic tradition of Bristol paper — originally created when European mills sent their finest sheets to Bristol, England, to be laminated into heavier, sturdier drawing papers. Today, “Bristol” still describes a rigid, durable paper that excels in precision and clarity.
With 20 sheets of 270gsm smooth paper, this pad offers a virtually toothless surface that allows ink, markers and pencil to glide cleanly without interruption. It's perfect for technical drawing, detailed illustration, airbrush work or any media requiring crisp, sharp linework. Colors sit cleanly on the surface and fine details stand out beautifully.
Part of the Series 300, it provides reliable quality at a reasonable cost — ideal for finished illustrations, comics, manga, graphic work and any project that needs a flawless smooth finish.
👉 Features:
- 20 sheets
- Paper weight: 270 gsm (100 lb.)
- Surface: Smooth
- Series: Strathmore Series 300
- Acid-free
- Sheet size: 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.6 cm)
- Suitable for pen, ink, markers, mechanical pencil & airbrush
👍 Ideal For:
- Pen & ink illustration
- Technical drawing & precision linework
- Alcohol- and water-based markers
- Airbrush and smooth gradients
- Comics, manga & clean character art
- Finished artwork requiring a sleek, smooth surface
✨ Inspiration Tip:
Use light pencil guidelines followed by bold inking — the smooth surface ensures every stroke stays crisp, making it perfect for comic panels and high-detail illustrations.
