--- product_id: 4145316 title: "Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students" brand: "strathmore" price: "R322" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Strathmore" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/4145316-strathmore-400-series-sketch-pad-toned-gray-5-5x8-5 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 50 heavyweight sheets 5.5x8.5 inch portable size 100% recycled paper Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students **Brand:** strathmore **Price:** R322 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your sketches with the perfect mid-tone canvas! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students by strathmore - **How much does it cost?** R322 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/4145316-strathmore-400-series-sketch-pad-toned-gray-5-5x8-5) ## Best For - strathmore enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted strathmore brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Mid-Tone Magic:** Toned gray paper enhances highlights & shadows for dynamic sketches - • **Eco-Chic Creativity:** Crafted from 100% recycled materials with fiber inclusions for texture - • **Compact & Convenient:** Ideal 5.5x8.5 inch size for on-the-go inspiration and easy storage - • **Artist-Trusted Quality:** Strathmore’s 125+ years of paper-making excellence in every sheet - • **Versatile Medium Mastery:** Perfect for graphite, charcoal, chalk, markers, and white gel pens ## Overview The Strathmore 400 Series Toned Gray Sketch Pad offers 50 heavyweight, textured sheets in a portable 5.5x8.5 inch format. Made in the USA from 100% recycled paper, its mid-tone gray surface is optimized for a wide range of media including graphite, charcoal, chalk, and markers, enabling artists to create striking highlights and shadows with ease. Trusted by professionals and students alike, this sketchbook combines eco-conscious craftsmanship with over 125 years of Strathmore’s paper expertise. ## Description The Strathmore 400 Series Toned Gray Sketch Pad contains a heavyweight sketch paper in a cool gray color perfect for light and dark media. This paper utilizes a mid-tone background that allows artists to work quicker and achieve unique affects by adding deep shadows and highlights that pop. The Strathmore 400 Series Toned Gray Sketch Pad has a medium drawing surface, contains fiber inclusions for visual interest, is 100% recycled, and is made in the USA. Paper is our art form, and we celebrate artists. We have kept the tradition of creating beautiful, high-performing papers alive for over 125 years. Choice of paper is one of the most important decisions an artist makes in determining the outcome of their work. No matter your choice of medium, you can be confident Strathmore paper will enhance your artistic efforts. ## Features - Nullify - Toned sketch paper is ideal for light and Dark media including Graphite, chalk, charcoal, sketching sticks, markers, China markers, colored pencils, pens and white gel pens - This item is manufactured in United States - Not recommended for children below three years - Designed for easy usage and storage ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B008D2TUUI | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,739 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #130 in Sketchbooks & Notebooks | | Brand Name | Strathmore | | Color | Toned Gray | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (11,308) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00012017412158 | | Item Dimensions L x W | 8.5"L x 5.5"W | | Item Type Name | 400 Series Sketch | | Item Weight | 0.24 kg | | Manufacturer | Strathmore | | Material Type | Paper | | Paper Finish | Texture Laid | | Paper Weight | 80 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Sketching | | Sheet Count | 50 | | UPC | 012017412158 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | No Warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Strathmore - **Color:** Toned Gray - **Material:** Paper - **Paper Dimensions:** 5.5 x 8.5 inches - **Paper Finish:** Texture Laid ## Images ![Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71laymdi8yL.jpg) ![Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Epo+eH4lL.jpg) ![Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31Nb1K4uCML.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: has anyone tried to watercolor on it?** A: Yeah but watercolor works and looks best on white paper. Kind of odd on grey. But whatever works for you. **Q: Is this grey paper dark, medium or ljght grey?** A: Medium gray. Dark mediums still visible on this paper. White really pops on this paper ^^ **Q: Arw there 50 sheets or 22? Reviews said they only have 22 but description says 50.** A: 50 is correct. Beware they sell also packages with paper sheets. **Q: Can you use colored pencils on here** A: This sketchbook is mainly for pencils and it's amazing with my prismacolors so yes 100% ## Frequently Bought Together - Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students - Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Tan, 9x12 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students - Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Blue, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/4145316-strathmore-400-series-sketch-pad-toned-gray-5-5x8-5](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/4145316-strathmore-400-series-sketch-pad-toned-gray-5-5x8-5) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-14*