The Strathmore 300 Series Bristol Vellum Paper Pad 11" x 14" carries on the long tradition of Bristol paper, a surface known for its stiffness, reliability, and clean presentation in drawing and illustration. The name “Bristol” comes from the early days of European papermaking, when the finest papers were sent to Bristol, England to be pasted together into heavier, more durable drawing sheets. The name stuck, and for good reason.
This pad includes 20 sheets of heavyweight 270gsm (100 lb.) paper with a vellum finish, meaning a lightly textured surface with enough tooth to hold dry media well. Unlike very smooth paper, vellum gives you better grip, richer shading control, and more gradual layering for tonal buildup and texture work. It is especially well suited for pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, pastel, and crayon, making it a versatile choice for both studies and finished art.
The sturdy, acid-free sheet gives your work a more substantial feel and helps it present well even without feeling flimsy or temporary. It is also a solid option for practicing airbrush techniques, which adds another layer of usefulness for illustrators and mixed media artists working with dry surfaces.
As part of the Strathmore 300 Series, this pad is built for artists who want dependable quality at an accessible price. It works equally well in classrooms, studios, and home practice spaces, and gives you the kind of surface that supports real drawing instead of getting in the way. Which, frankly, is the whole point.
Size:
- 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.6 cm)
👉 Features:
- 20 sheets of Bristol paper
- Heavyweight 270gsm / 100 lb. paper
- Vellum finish with light tooth
- Excellent for dry media and detailed work
- Acid-free
- Suitable for pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, pastel, and crayon
- Also ideal for airbrush practice
- Strathmore Series 300: Better
- Made in USA
👍 Ideal for:
- graphite drawing
- detailed sketching
- colored pencil layering
- charcoal studies
- pastel work
- crayon art
- mixed dry media techniques
- airbrush practice
- finished illustrations
✨ Inspiration Tip:
Try combining two or three dry media tools on the same artwork — for example graphite for structure, colored pencil for gradual layering, and charcoal for your darkest accents. The vellum surface holds each layer beautifully and helps you build depth without losing control.
