Strathmore 500 Series Bristol Pads are the professional’s choice for precision work, offering a 250gsm 100% cotton surface that has been trusted by artists since 1893. Available in either smooth or vellum (medium), both types offer a refined surface for the discerning artist. The smooth option is ideal for technical pen, pen and ink, marker, airbrush and mechanical pencil work, ensuring crisp lines and flawless detail. The vellum version is ideal for graphite, coloured pencil, charcoal, pastel, pen and ink, marker, and even light washes and collage.
Renowned as an industry standard, these archival-quality Bristol papers deliver exceptional control, clean edges and a stable finish perfect for both detailed renderings and expressive mixed-media techniques.
