Introducing Strathmore 400 Series Colored Pencil Paper—a heavyweight, all-purpose white paper specifically developed for artists who specialize in colored pencil drawings. With its durable, toothy surface and archival, acid-free quality, this paper lets you create bold, detailed artwork that stays vibrant decades later. Designed for artists who love blending, shading, and expressive pencil strokes, it’s the perfect canvas for bringing your imagination to life. Our 400 Series is often easily recognized thanks to the iconic brown cover used across our fine art pads. Known for its dependable quality & time-tested durability, this series is a staple in the hands of art students & professional artists, from their first art class in middle school, through to high school competitions, collegiate course work & on to a career as a professional artist, fashion designer, architect, illustrator, animator or engineer. Artists working with watercolor paint, acrylic paint, oil paint, pastel, colored pencil, charcoal, marker, pen, ink & more have a curated paper customized for their needs. Confidently create showcase-worthy pieces for galleries, competitions & online market places with this beloved series!