Canson - Fanboy Comic Book Art Boards

Fanboy Comic Book Art Boards

Blue grid guides panel layouts without scanning

Heavyweight paper that handles the real work of comic creation, penciling, inking, and even marker work without bleed-through. Canson's 150 lb. drawing surface accepts aggressive erasing during the penciling phase, then maintains integrity when you ink over it. The texture provides enough tooth for graphite adhesion while staying smooth enough for clean ink lines that won't feather.

Non-reproducible blue grid lines eliminate the tedious setup work that slows down page layout. Mark panels and establish your composition framework directly on the board; the blue disappears during reproduction, leaving only your finished artwork. This speeds up your workflow considerably, especially when you're blocking out multiple pages or working through thumbnail concepts at full size.

Industry-standard dimensions mean your pages scan and reproduce correctly without reformatting hassles. The boards work with traditional pen and ink techniques, brush work, and technical pens equally well. Markers stay crisp without bleeding through to damage underlying pages, crucial when you're working in stacks. Basic comic drawing instructions get you started with panel construction and page flow fundamentals, though the real education comes from filling these boards with your own sequential work.

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.

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