Introducing Strathmore 400 Series Toned Sketch Paper—a professional-level drawing surface made from 100% recycled & 30% post-consumer fiber, as well as kraft & bark fiber inclusions for visual interest. Ideal for light & dark media including graphite, chalk, charcoal, sketching stick, markers, china markers, colored pencils, pens, & white gel pens. The history of Strathmore Paper Company began on St. Patrick's Day in 1892 when its founder, Horace Moses, opened the Mittineague Paper Mill in West Springfield, MA. Strathmore has been a leading supplier of fine art papers for 130 years & founded with the belief that better paper makes better art. Strathmore provides artists of all levels with one of the widest ranges of quality surfaces for producing beautiful works of art, no matter the choice of medium. Listening to the needs of artists & providing inspiration, education, & innovating new products is at the core of what matters to Strathmore. The Strathmore 400 Series, easily recognized by its iconic brown cover, has been a staple in the hands of art students & professional artists. Known for its dependable quality & time-tested durability, this series of art paper provides high school art students, college art students, dedicated hobbyists & career artists a range of surfaces from practice to final pieces. Artists working with watercolor paint, acrylic paint, oil paint, pastel, colored pencil, charcoal, marker, pen, ink & more have a curated pad customized for their needs. Confidently create showcase-worthy pieces for galleries, competitions & online market places with this beloved brand! Sold as a pack of 3. Recommended age 16+ years