Medium-tooth surface paper handles the transition from rough sketch to finished drawing without requiring a paper change. Strathmore mills this 80 lb. stock from acid-free fibers, creating a durable sheet that withstands repeated erasing and layering without pilling or tearing. The natural white tone provides neutral ground for graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, and pen work, while enough tooth remains for soft pastels and Conté crayons to grab effectively.

Twenty-four sheets give you room to work through ideas and refinements. Spiral binding across the top keeps the pad flat while you draw, and micro-perforation on larger sizes (8" × 10" and up) allows clean sheet removal when you're ready to frame or present finished work. The medium surface strikes a practical balance, smooth enough for detailed pen work and light ink washes, textured enough to hold powdered media securely. This versatility makes the 400 Series reliable for everything from gestural figure studies to precise botanical illustrations, adapting to whatever technique the drawing requires.