Compared to Stonehenge how toothy is the bristol vellum?

Thanks for reaching out to us! We reached out to one of our art educators about your question and this is what she came back with: "I would describe the 500 Bristol Vellum as having a more prominent texture than Stonehenge. The 500 Bristol Vellum's texture is also very regular- it has more of an even, distinct pattern. The Stonehenge paper doesn't have a regular pattern, the texture is more like the texture on Strathmore's 500 Mixed Media. Also, Stonehenge has a softer surface than the 500 Bristol Vellum, so the texture flattens out a bit more when you shade on it vs. the 500 Bristol Vellum which has a firmer surface and therefore holds its texture more during shading (which makes the texture more prominent when you draw/shade on it.)

Is this cold press Bristol?

This is a Plate surface Bristol so it would be more like a hot press than a cold.

Thanks for writing to us, our 500 Series Bristol Plate works well with graphite pencil, pen & ink, marker, mixed media and collage

What paper do you recommend for fine detail like Zentangles using micron pens. It also needs to be heavyweight for making tiles.

I use my Strathmore 500 primarily for colored pencil but did find the Micron lay down was smooth with no skips. I would want a heavier wait for tiles.

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Strathmore (580-62 500 Series Bristol, 2-Ply Vellum Surface, 11"x14", White, 15 Sheets

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Brand
Strathmore
Color
White
Material
Paper
Paper Dimensions
11x14 inches
Paper Finish
Cold Press

🎨15 sheets for extended creativity

📏11x14 inch ideal canvas

📝2-ply vellum for rich texture

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Description

🎨 Elevate your art game with Strathmore’s vellum — where every stroke counts!

GENEROUS 11 X 14 SIZE - Spacious format to bring your boldest ideas to life
ARTIST TRUSTED QUALITY - Strathmore’s 125+ years of paper craftsmanship ensures professional-grade results
PREMIUM 2 PLY VELLUM SURFACE - Perfectly textured for pencil, charcoal, ink, and marker mastery
IDEAL FOR GRAPHIC COMIC ART - Designed to enhance shading, blending, and detailed line work for visual storytelling
VERSATILE MEDIUM COMPATIBILITY - Optimized for pencil, pastel, tempura, acrylic, and light washes

The Strathmore 500 Series Bristol Pad features 15 sheets of premium 2-ply vellum paper sized at 11x14 inches, designed for professional artists seeking superior texture and durability. Ideal for pencil, charcoal, ink, and marker, this cold-press surface enhances blending and shading, making it a top choice for graphic novelists, illustrators, and sketch artists. Trusted for over 125 years, Strathmore delivers consistent, high-quality paper that transforms your creative vision into reality.

Specifications

ASIN	B000KNMEJC
Best Sellers Rank	#38,876 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #6 in Bristol Paper
Brand Name	Strathmore
Color	White
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (410)
Global Trade Identification Number	00012017667114
Included Components	Paper
Item Dimensions L x W	14"L x 11"W
Item Type Name	500 Series Bristol
Item Weight	1.2 pounds
Manufacturer	Strathmore
Manufacturer Part Number	P580-62
Material Type	Paper
Model Number	P580-62
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Paper Dimensions	11x14 inches
Paper Finish	Cold Press
Paper Weight	90
Recommended Uses For Product	Sketching, Drawing
Sheet Count	15
Style	2-Ply Vellum
UPC	012017667114
Unit Count	15 Count
Warranty Description	No warranty.

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