SM-LT Art - Travel Books

Travel Books

Hardbound books protect sketches during travel with smooth or textured paper

Tossed in bags, opened on uneven surfaces, subjected to weather and constant handling. SM-LT Art builds these travel books to survive actual field conditions while maintaining the structure that serious sketching demands. Both formats use acid-free, pH-neutral paper that won't yellow or deteriorate, protecting work you'll want to revisit years later.

The Watercolor Sketch Book pairs natural white, slightly rough paper with thoughtful sheet selection. When you open to any spread, both facing pages present the same paper surface, no texture mismatch disrupting visual flow across your composition. This cotton-based paper handles fast, gestural watercolor work, absorbing washes while maintaining enough tooth for layering. Ideal for capturing fleeting light conditions or quick color studies where speed matters more than meticulous detail.

The Sketch Book features extra-pressed woodfree paper with a highly smooth surface that responds beautifully to fine line work. Fountain pens glide without catching or feathering; graphite produces crisp, even tones. This surface rewards precision, botanical details, architectural studies, careful portraits drawn with controlled marks rather than expressive gestures. Both books share A5 format with 80 sheets, compact enough for travel yet substantial enough for sustained projects.

Paper and Boards

Paper and Boards Purchase Guide

Paper and Board Types

Rough Paper Surfaces - Textured papers with pronounced tooth for creating interesting effects with dry media like charcoal and pastels.

Art and Illustration Paper - High-quality papers designed for specific mediums including watercolor paper, drawing paper, and mixed media paper.

Art Panels - Rigid painting surfaces including canvas panels, illustration boards, and specialty panels for various artistic applications.

Framing and Display Paper - Mat board, mounting board, and presentation papers for professional framing and display work.

Hobby and Decorative Paper - Decorative papers, cardstock, and specialty papers for crafts, scrapbooking, and decorative projects.