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Stillman & Birn Beta Series Softcover Sketchbook, 8.5" x 5.5", 270 GSM (Extra Heavyweight), White Paper, Cold Press Surface

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Brand Stillman & Birn
Color White
Material Paper
Sheet Size 5.5x8.5 in
Paper Finish Watercolor

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  • EXTRA HEAVYWEIGHT PAPER: Stands up to advanced dry & wet media techniques. Great for working in heavier washes or overlaying washes (glazing) of watercolor or gouache.
  • CRAFTED FOR MIXED MEDIA: Double-sized (from non-animal materials) for enhanced wet strength and glowing color.
  • ERASABLE & TOUGH: Accepts multiple erasures of dry media and lifting of wet media.
  • DURABLE: Premium U.S. sewn binding, deluxe covers and heavy-duty art paper equals a sketchbook that is built for serious use.
  • PREMIUM QUALITY: Exceptional features make Stillman & Birn the popular sketchbook choice, cherished by artists of all levels.

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4.8 4.8
Sturdiness
4.2 4.2
Value for money
3.5 3.5

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Stillman & Birn Beta Series Softcover Sketchbook, 8.5" x 5.5", 270 gsm (Extra Heavyweight), White Paper, Cold Press Surface

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
84 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the versatility and size of the art media paper. For example, they mention it's fantastic for watercolor and mixed media, and works well for mixed media artworks. That said, opinions are mixed on durability and quality.

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5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers find the size of the art media paper perfect. They say it fits perfectly in their small art backpack and works well for mixed media. Customers also say the book is a good size for traveling with and has a heavy body.

"...It is the perfect size, very thick paper, no bleed through, and a decent price." Read more

"The book is a good size for traveling with and generally works well for mixed media artworks...." Read more

"great price on this portable watercolor art book. Fits perfectly in my small art backpack along with my other art supplies...." Read more

"...Heavy body. Great size. Amazing inspiration with this size sketchbook." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers find the paper fantastic for watercolor and mixed media. They say it works well for mixed media artworks and has great quality paper that handles watercolor perfectly.

"This product is fantastic for watercolor and mixed media. I took this all over Costa Rica for watercolor/travel journaling...." Read more

"The book is a good size for traveling with and generally works well for mixed media artworks...." Read more

"...I have used for years, which has great quality paper and handles watercolor perfectly!" Read more

10 customers mention5 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the durability of the art media paper. Some mention that the stitching in the binding holds up well, the paper is very thick, and does not buckle. However, others say that the paper simply starts pilling and peeling, it starts to warp, and the blue cover starts to peel off.

"...It is the perfect size, very thick paper, no bleed through, and a decent price." Read more

"...By the second day I had it in my backpack the blue cover started to peel off like it was some sort of film." Read more

"Good paper" Read more

"...As soon as the page is wet, it starts to fall apart. I would advise you only use it for dry media but I don’t even like it for graphite...." Read more

10 customers mention5 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the paper. Some mention it's perfect for ink and watercolor sketching, while others say that it'd be a waste of money.

"...It's perfect for ink and watercolor sketching." Read more

"Bought it because all these youtube artist swear by it. Is a waste of money. I rather pay a little more for Arche's...." Read more

"...Smooth enough to draw detailed pen sketches as well...." Read more

"...This sketchbook is way too expensive to not work for what it says it will. I am not happy." Read more

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This product is fantastic for watercolor and mixed media. I took this all over Costa Rica for watercolor/travel journaling. It is the perfect size, very thick paper, no bleed through, and a decent price.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE THIS!
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2021
This product is fantastic for watercolor and mixed media. I took this all over Costa Rica for watercolor/travel journaling. It is the perfect size, very thick paper, no bleed through, and a decent price.
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Louise d Arcy
5.0 out of 5 stars Super!
Reviewed in Canada on August 3, 2021
Size: 8.5" x 5.5" 270 gsm (Extra Heavyweight)Color: WhiteVerified Purchase
Dave
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product
Reviewed in India on July 13, 2020
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1.0 out of 5 stars Please don’t buy in India... this sketchbook sucks
Reviewed in India on January 11, 2019
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1.0 out of 5 stars Please don’t buy in India... this sketchbook sucks
Reviewed in India on January 11, 2019
Horrible sketchbook for watercolor! I don’t know if the paper is different for india and rest of the world.. but this paper not at all handles watercolor well.. even a light wash was a disaster!
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