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Canson XL Series 7" x 10" Wire Bound Mixed Media Sketch Pad, 60 Sheets/Pad, 2/Bundle (MCXC10051092606-2) is New at Staples
Item # : 24625057
Model # : MCXC10051092606-2
- RECOMMENDED BY ART TEACHERS—Crafted with heavyweight paper that withstands rigorous artistic techniques, preventing ink bleed-through & ensuring that your artwork remains clean & crisp
- LAY FLAT, DURABLE & PORTABLE—Constructed with a durable cover & sturdy binding, ideal for artists on the go; take your sketchbook wherever inspiration strikes & never miss a creative moment.
Price is $35.99
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Item # : 1961815
Model # : P4746
9" x 12" white sketch pad for pencil, pastel, charcoal, watercolor and marker.
- Size: 9" x 12"
- 50 sheets
Price is $6.59
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Item # : 24613518
Model # : STT3501141
Strathmore 300 Series Sketch Paper is a valuable companion for art students & budding illustrators
- STRATHMORE 300 SERIES—Our intermediate level surface, recommended for every art student & hobbyist looking to improve their creative skills, enhance technique, & practice collegiate-level artwork
- 14x17 inch
Price is $24.49
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Item # : 1135048
Model # : P4798
Recycled spiral bound sketch diary perfect for sketching, note-taking and drawings
- Dimensions: 8-1/2" x 11"
- 70 sheets, sketch paper
Price is $8.89
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Item # : 764745
Model # : 99-3404
Crayola Sketchbook measuring 9" x 9" features 40 heavy, bright-white paper sheets.
- 40 sheets (9" x 9") of heavy, bright-white paper
- Project idea inside
Price is $2.89
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Item # : 508114
Model # : P103207
Sketch out drawings or plans with this Pacon UCreatet 9" x 12"sketchbook.
- Dimensions: 9"W x 12"L
- Sketch book containing 30 sheets
Price is $12.59
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Item # : 2246362
Model # : 53499
- Suitable for dry media, pen, ink, and light washes
- Pads contain 24 sheets
Price is $24.49
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Item # : 24490674
Model # : PACCAR37088-3
- 12" x 9"
- 75 Sheets of acid free 70-lb drawing paper
Price is $43.29
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Item # : 1129634
Model # : P4794
Spiral bound sketch diary deal for quick sketches and preliminary drawings
- Dimensions: 8-1/2" x 11"
- 70 sheets, sketch paper
Price is $12.69
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Canson XL Watercolor 9" x 12" Tape-Bound Sketchbook, 30 Sheets/Book (C100510941) is In-store only
Item # : 24519177
Model # : C100510941
- Carry your artwork with you and create whenever inspiration hits in this watercolor sketchbook
- Features top tape binding for durability as well as microperforated sheets for easy tear
Price is $14.99
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Item # : 24439166
Model # : PAC4943-2
- Great for art projects of all ages
- White Watercolor Paper
Price is $48.79
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Item # : 2246394
Model # : 70200
- For intermediate and professional artists
- Vellum surface is recommended for dry media
Price is $87.39
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Item # : 24613066
Model # : MCX100510427
With a rich heritage spanning over four centuries, the Canson brand has firmly established itself as a trusted & renowned name in the art world
- DESIGNED FOR ARTISTS—The Canson Artist Series range features premium art surfaces meticulously composed for professionals to create showcase-worthy pieces
- LAY FLAT, DURABLE & PORTABLE—Constructed with a durable cover & sturdy binding, ideal for artists on the go; take your sketchbook wherever inspiration strikes & never miss a creative moment.
Price is $24.99
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Item # : 24497322
Model # : ASH10705-6
- 8.5" x 11"
- 14 Sheets
Price is $44.49
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uCreate 9" x 12" Wire Bound Sketch Book, 75 Sheets/Book, 3 Books/Bundle (PAC38037-3) is New at Staples
Item # : 24610102
Model # : PAC38037-3
Let your imagination soar with this Sonic Vibes fashion cover sketch book
- Lay flat design and works with all types of dry media, such as pencils, colored pencils, pens, and marker art
- Wire Binding
Price is $42.39
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Item # : 2130263
Model # : 59760-PK2
- Use with pen, pencil, and a variety of other media
- Rugged spiral binding ideal for field use
Price is $63.59
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Item # : 24613067
Model # : MCX31200L007
We are thrilled to introduce our latest collection of Canson Art Books, meticulously crafted in France, each book is a testament to centuries of papermaking expertise, ensuring the highest quality paper for artists worldwide
- DESIGNED FOR ARTISTS—The Canson Artist Series range features premium art surfaces meticulously composed for professionals to create showcase-worthy pieces
- LAY FLAT, DURABLE & PORTABLE—Constructed with a durable cover & sturdy binding, ideal for artists on the go; take your sketchbook wherever inspiration strikes & never miss a creative moment.
Price is $30.99
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Item # : 24613514
Model # : MCX31200L003
We are thrilled to introduce our latest collection of Canson Art Books, meticulously crafted in France, each book is a testament to centuries of papermaking expertise, ensuring the highest quality paper for artists worldwide
- DESIGNED FOR ARTISTS—The Canson Artist Series range features premium art surfaces meticulously composed for professionals to create showcase-worthy pieces
- LAY FLAT, DURABLE & PORTABLE—Constructed with a durable cover & sturdy binding, ideal for artists on the go; take your sketchbook wherever inspiration strikes & never miss a creative moment.
Price is $21.39
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Item # : 24613487
Model # : MCX525008003-3
Canson, the experts in paper production, has been delivering fine art surfaces to the world’s master artists since 1557
- CANSON GRADUATE FOR ART STUDENTS—Created specifically for beginner & intermediate artists, ensuring practice turns into mastery
- 9x12 inch
Price is $34.49
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Item # : 1719151
Model # : 12437-PK2
- Basic black books for every artist
- Hard black covers on the outside
Price is $76.49
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Item # : 1716603
Model # : 17043-PK2
- Travelogue journals are perfect for artists on the go
- Hardbound with beautiful book cloth covers, the journals have exactly the right flexibility without sacrificing durability
Price is $80.99
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Item # : 2168480
Model # : 21623
- Hardbound with beautiful book cloth covers, the journals have exactly the right flexibility without sacrificing durability
- Journals contain 128 pgs. of a heavy (130 gsm), acid-free drawing paper with good tooth (texture)
Price is $38.59
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Item # : 2245830
Model # : 51111
- For intermediate and professional artists
- Vellum surface is recommended for dry media
Price is $27.09
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Item # : 24568832
Model # : HYG77705-2
- Hygloss® Blank Paperback Books are perfect for creative writing, sketching, journals and more.
- Pages are held together with a secure stapled binding
Price is $46.29
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Item # : 24613468
Model # : MCX525008010-3
Canson, the experts in paper production, has been delivering fine art surfaces to the world’s master artists since 1557
- CANSON GRADUATE FOR ART STUDENTS—Created specifically for beginner & intermediate artists, ensuring practice turns into mastery
- 5.5x8.5 inch
Price is $22.29
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Item # : 2137754
Model # : 18686
- Paper is excellent for a variety of dry media
- 65 lb. heavyweight sketch book
Price is $44.09
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Item # : 24613476
Model # : STT35063-3
Strathmore 300 Series Sketch Paper is a valuable companion for art students & budding illustrators
- STRATHMORE 300 SERIES—Our intermediate level surface, recommended for every art student & hobbyist looking to improve their creative skills, enhance technique, & practice collegiate-level artwork
- 5.5x8.5 inch
Price is $36.59
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Item # : 24497604
Model # : ASH10700-12
- 6" x 8"
- 14 Sheets
Price is $65.19
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Item # : 24613501
Model # : STT3501111-2
Strathmore 300 Series Sketch Paper is a valuable companion for art students & budding illustrators
- STRATHMORE 300 SERIES—Our intermediate level surface, recommended for every art student & hobbyist looking to improve their creative skills, enhance technique, & practice collegiate-level artwork
- 11x14 inch
Price is $48.19
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Strathmore 400 Series 8" x 10" Wire Bound Drawing Sketch Pad, 24 Sheets/Pad, 3/Bundle (STTP400306-3) is New at Staples
Item # : 24624935
Model # : STTP400306-3
Introducing the Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Paper—a professional-level drawing paper ideal for creating crisp, detailed masterpieces with ease
- SMOOTH DRAWING PAPER FOR PENCIL & PASTEL—A versatile cream colored drawing paper ideal for sketching & finished work; the non-reflective, uniform finish is suited for technical, detailed work
- 8" x 10"
Price is $29.69
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Canson XL Series 11" x 14" Oil & Acrylic Pad, 24 Sheets/Pad (MCXC400026878) is New at Staples
Item # : 24635206
Model # : MCXC400026878
Artists often carry their love of XL after their coursework is complete and throughout their professional careers - it's hard to find a creative who doesn't have a Canson XL pad within arm's reach!
- Everyone's favorite pad of fine art paper, it's hard not to notice the popular covers in art classrooms & colleges; these economical pads offer quality student-level paper
- Constructed with a durable cover & sturdy binding, ideal for artists on the go; take your sketchbook wherever inspiration strikes & never miss a creative moment.
Price is $20.99
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Item # : 2135539
Model # : 16094
- Hardbound with beautiful book cloth covers, the journals have exactly the right flexibility without sacrificing durability
- Journals contain 128 pgs. of a heavy (130 gsm), acid-free drawing paper with good tooth (texture)
Price is $39.99
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Item # : 2246620
Model # : 73407
- For intermediate and professional artists
- Vellum surface is recommended for dry media
Price is $36.89
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Item # : 2168841
Model # : 72569
- Pages feature ruled lines on one half and a sketching area on the other
- Great for note taking, school projects, and more
Price is $26.79
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Item # : 2245881
Model # : 60681
- Acid-free
- Great for light and dark media
Price is $37.89
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Item # : 2137800
Model # : 62581
- Recommended for dry media, watercolor, pen & ink, markers, pencil, charcoal and pastels
- #116 Artist Drawing/Sketch Vellum is 90 lb acid free vellum
Price is $28.59
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Item # : 24613502
Model # : MCX31200L037-5
Canson, the experts in paper production, has been delivering fine art surfaces to the world’s master artists since 1557
- CANSON GRADUATE FOR ART STUDENTS—Created specifically for beginner & intermediate artists, ensuring practice turns into mastery
- LAY FLAT TRAVEL JOURNAL—Black hardcover books feature rounded corners, ribbon bookmark, elegant elastic band closure and an inner accordion pocket to carefully store memories
Price is $43.99
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Canson XL Series 8.5" x 11" Wire Bound Watercolor Sketch Book, 48 Sheets/Book (MCXC400085770) is New at Staples
Item # : 24625206
Model # : MCXC400085770
We all love Canson XL Series Watercolor Paper
- Tackle the full spectrum of watercolor projects using gradients, washes, layering, glazing, fine strokes, wet-on-wet, dry brush, splattering, lifting, scraping and masking fluid
- 8.5" x 11"
Price is $34.99
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Item # : 1721448
Model # : 97317-PK2
- Developed by art professors, designed for students
- Contain more sheets at a comparable or better price than other value pads in the marketplace
Price is $120.19
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Hygloss Blank Books 8.5" x 5.5" Drawing Sketch Book, 32 Sheets/Book, 2/Bundle (HYG77710-2) is Out of stock
Item # : 24568831
Model # : HYG77710-2
- Hygloss® Blank Paperback Books are perfect for creative writing, sketching, journals and more.
- Pages are held together with a secure stapled binding
Price is $46.29
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Whether you’re in an industry that is heavily influenced by visual design, like fashion, interior decorating or graphic design, or you’re looking for quality art supplies for school, Staples offers drawing pads to bring all your ideas to life.
What Are the Benefits of Using Drawing Pads?
Sketching pads or drawing pads are booklets of paper usually meant for illustration or painting. They’re well-suited for art projects, doodles and even works to be displayed. Most drawing pads have a perforated border near their binding, allowing you to easily remove the papers from the pad whenever you’re done with them. This clean line allows you to remove pages for display or scrap whatever you may want to throw away hassle-free.
Unlike notebook paper, drawing pad paper is intended for use in illustrative work. It’s more durable and heavier than typical printer paper in order to stand up to heavier mediums. Some sketching and drawing pads are specialized to specific mediums of art, like watercolor or charcoal. They may have heavier paper or textured paper to help facilitate the artist’s work.
What Features Should I Look for in a Drawing Pad?
Drawing pads have a wide variety of features that are useful for different art forms and might dictate which product is best for you. Take a look at the most common features below:
Compact Sizes
Most sketch pads fit easily into standard-sized backpacks or bags, so you can travel anywhere with them and pack them on the go. For comparison, a standard size for printer paper is 8.5 × 11 inches, so judge your sketchpads based on whether or not you want your pages to be larger or smaller than that.
Durable Covers
Resilient covers carefully shield artwork from dirt and debris while lending a contemporary look to the exterior of the book or pad. Covers also prevent the paper inside from easily becoming rumpled or damaged. Staples carries a variety of colors, from classic black to a clean white. Blue, green and multicolor are also popular options for drawing sketch pads.
Customizable Pages
Some drawing pad models provide accessories to personalize your pages such as templates and dyes. You can also enhance the look of your pages with adhesive border pads or glossy stickers.
Versatile Designs
Use sketch pads and books for your daily drawings, or choose books geared toward a specific holiday or occasion. Some books are filled with thick, durable cardstock, which makes it easy to transform the pages into stunning greeting cards or nostalgic scrapbook entries.
Are Drawing Pads and Sketch Pads the Same?
Not quite. Sketch pads and drawing pads are sometimes used interchangeably, but there are some differences. Drawing pads usually contain heavier, higher-quality paper, while sketch pads contain lighter paper. Sketch pad paper is generally intended for practicing while drawing pad paper is meant for a final version or works of art to be displayed.
If you’re planning on using a heavy medium like acrylic paint, watercolor, pastels or other painting supplies, then a drawing pad would be a better choice. If you’re using a lighter medium like markers, colored pencils, pens or graphite pencils, then a sketch pad should suit the majority of your needs.
Can I Purchase Eco-Friendly Sketching Pads?
Yes. Staples offers Eco Feature certified products, recycled content products and Sustainable Forestry Initiative sketch pads for drawing.