CANSON C a grain Sketchbook, 180 g, 30 Sheets, A5, Spiral Binding
CANSON “C” a grain is a fine-grain drawing sketchbook in A5 format with a spiral binding and a weight of 180 g/m², designed for artists, students, and schools. The paper is acid-free and offers two different working surfaces: one smoother and the other with a more pronounced grain. It is designed for drawing with pencil, charcoal, sanguine, and pastel. Thanks to its weight, it can also handle diluted watercolor or ink.
Product details
- Brand: CANSON
- Product line: C a grain
- Format: A5
- Number of sheets: 30
- Weight (g/m²): 180 g/m²
- Binding: spiral
- Paper features: acid-free, two different working surfaces, fine grain, durable sizing
- Weight: 0.21 kg
Uses and techniques
The paper’s more pronounced grain holds pastel and charcoal very well and makes layering easier, while the smoother side is ideal for detailed pencil and sanguine drawings. Its quality sizing makes corrections easy without damaging the fibers. At 180 g/m², it can also handle light wet media, such as diluted watercolor and ink, without significant buckling.
Frequently asked questions
Which media are suitable for this sketchbook?
The sketchbook is suitable for dry media (pencil, charcoal, sanguine, pastel) as well as light wet media, including diluted watercolor and ink.
What is the difference between the paper’s two sides?
One side has a smoother surface suited to detail, while the other has a more pronounced grain that captures dry pigment better and makes layering easier.
