Canson - Ultra Smooth Illustration/Comic Board
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- 130 gsm density supports ink work
- Ultra smooth surface for fine detail
- Extra white provides superior contrast
- Made without optical brighteners
- Ideal for markers and felt-tip pens
- Works well with pencil and ink
Ultra-smooth surface prevents ink feathering for crisp comic linework
Marker bleed-through ruins detailed ink work, but this dense illustration board stops it cold. Canson engineers this 130 gsm surface specifically for fine-line media, creating a foundation where Copic markers, technical pens, and felt-tips perform exactly as intended without feathering or show-through. The ultra-smooth finish lets pen nibs glide without catching, essential for maintaining consistent line weight through complex panel work and character details.
That extra-white surface isn't just aesthetics, it creates the high contrast that makes black ink pop and allows subtle marker gradations to read clearly. Unlike boards with optical brighteners that yellow over time, this stays true white through years of display or storage. The smooth surface also accepts graphite for preliminary sketching, then erases cleanly without damaging the paper surface before you commit to final inks.
Comic artists and illustrators who work in traditional media need surfaces that can handle multiple tool types and aggressive techniques. This board delivers that reliability whether you're ruling panel borders with technical pens, building up marker tones, or adding fine detail work with brush pens. The density prevents cockling even when working wet, keeping your artwork flat and professional.
