Sketch paper

Sketch paper, as the name suggests, is a type of paper designed for the art of sketching. It is widely used in the field of drawing, especially in black-and-white grey scale drawing, pencil drawing, charcoal drawing, and some light colour drawing. The texture, thickness, grain and other characteristics of drawing paper directly affect the expressive power and shelf life of the drawings, and it is one of the indispensable creative materials for artists and drawing enthusiasts.

Features

• Texture
  • Fine texture: Smooth surface, suitable for delicate drawing and precise lines, often used for fine sketching or technical drawing.
  • Medium Grain: with a moderate roughness, it is the most common type and is suitable for most sketching needs, both for detail and for carrying heavier strokes.
  • Coarse: A rough surface that grips more pigment and is suitable for large scale application and texture using dry media (e.g. charcoal, pastels).
• Durability and Absorbency
  • Durability: High-quality drawing paper has good durability and resistance to aging, and can be stored for long periods of time without discolouration or damage.
  • Water Absorbency: Although primarily designed for dry media, some sketchpapers have a certain amount of water absorbency that makes them easy to use with water-soluble pencils or light colours.

Applications

1. Art education and practice: In art education, drawing paper is the preferred material for basic drawing practice, from simple geometry and still life to complex portraits, all of which can be well presented on different textures of drawing paper.
2. Professional Creation: Artists utilise the versatility of drawing paper for creative expression, whether it is a delicate pencil sketch, a bold charcoal drawing, or even a mixed-media technique, drawing paper can provide adequate support.
3. Design and drawing: In industrial design, architectural design and other fields, sketch paper is also used for preliminary ideas and sketching, its smooth surface is suitable for precise line drawing, which helps designers to quickly record their inspiration.
4. Daily Record and Handbook: With the rise of handbook culture, thin and lightweight sketch paper has also become the first choice of enthusiasts, which is not only easy to carry, but also adaptable to a variety of pen types to meet the needs of daily record and illustration creation.