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title: "Strathmore Visual Journal Bristol Smooth 5.5\"X8\"-28 Sheets -460350"
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reviews_count: 13
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# 28 smooth Bristol sheets 5.5x8 inch compact size Made in USA quality Strathmore Visual Journal Bristol Smooth 5.5"X8"-28 Sheets -460350

**Brand:** strathmore
**Price:** ₹ 2197
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your art game with Strathmore’s smooth Bristol — where precision meets portability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Strathmore Visual Journal Bristol Smooth 5.5"X8"-28 Sheets -460350 by strathmore
- **How much does it cost?** ₹ 2197 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Bleed-Resistant Pages:** High-quality 100lb paper prevents marker bleed-through, keeping every page pristine
- • **Precision-Ready Surface:** Ultra-smooth Bristol finish ideal for pen, ink, marker & mechanical drawing
- • **Versatile Medium Mastery:** Optimized for alcohol markers and ink, empowering your multi-medium creativity
- • **Compact Creative Companion:** Perfectly sized 5.5"x8" journal for on-the-go artistry and note-taking
- • **Trusted Legacy Craftsmanship:** Strathmore’s 125+ years of paper expertise ensures premium artist-grade materials

## Overview

The Strathmore Visual Journal Bristol Smooth (5.5"x8", 28 sheets) is a premium, USA-made art journal featuring ultra-smooth 100lb Bristol paper designed for pen, ink, marker, and mechanical drawing. Its bleed-resistant pages and compact size make it a favorite among professional and hobbyist artists seeking a reliable, versatile surface that enhances every stroke. Backed by over 125 years of Strathmore’s craftsmanship, this journal is a must-have for millennial creatives who demand quality and portability in their artistic tools.

## Description

The Strathmore 300 Series Bristol Smooth Visual Journal is a high quality Bristol weight board for finished art. The smooth surface is rated very good for mechanical drawing, airbrush, marker, pen, and ink. 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.

Review: Copics, marker, watercolor — YES. - I have bought several of these now. (I have done two 40-day art challenges. So I have a lot of experience using these particular journals.) They aren’t made for watercolor. Let me just say that now. However! Don’t let that stop you. I started off using prismacolor markers (Alcohol based), And while there is ghosting on the back, I’ve never had any bleed through. The next page is always pristine. I recently did the sketch with Copics and those are fine too. Very smooth paper, a pleasure to use. And the 9x12” is large enough to write notes above or beside your images. Now, watercolor. Is it good for watercolor? Yes and no. If you do not have excellent water control, and the ability to paint quickly so that your water brush doesn’t lay down a sopping mess, you might not be happy. This was me the first two pieces I did. However, I kept at it, because I loved the journal anyway. And I Found that it TAUGHT me excellent water control. Whenever I paint on actual watercolor paper, it’s like magic. My skill level is just way higher simply from making this journal work for me. That being said, the watercolor paper version of this journal is excellent, and has a smooth enough texture to take ink very nicely. And I absolutely love it. If you are doing watercolor ONLY, you might consider doing that one. But if you do markers as well, I think this one is better. I currently buy both. (Fyi: There is the slightest buckling, waving as you can see at the edge of the notebook. But when you are looking at the page, it looks flat. Probably only somebody with OCD would notice it. Which is probably why I noticed it LOL. But when using the notebook the pages always look and feel flat)
Review: I recommend this for Alcohol Marker Artists Looking for a Proper Sketchbook - I've only used one page, but so far, I'm very impressed with the paper. It doesn't suck my markers dry like my mixed media paper sketchbooks do. I primarily use copic alcohol markers as my medium, so finding bristol paper in sketchbook form is difficult. It seems like the only sketchbook option available for marker artists is Ohuhu, but they don't carry smaller sizes, so if you're like me and don't like using bristol pads then I recommend this bristol sketchbook! I wish I could find it in a physical store tho. Also, I wasn't a fan of the cover, but there's a nice solid brown cardboard cover underneath, so you can just tear off the front! I have the 5.5 x 8 in size, and I put my Canson XL 7 x 10 in mixed media sketchbook side-by-side for comparison. I prefer small sketchbooks so this size is perfect for me.

## Features

- Strathmore-Visual Journal: Bristol Smooth
- This item is manufactured in United States
- Excellent for traditional and specialty pen and ink techniques
- Designed for easy usage and storage

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004DQZXWW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,110 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #5 in Bristol Paper |
| Brand | Strathmore |
| Brand Name | Strathmore |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 441 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00012017460357 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 8"L x 5.5"W |
| Item Type Name | Visual Journal |
| Item Weight | 0.31 kg |
| Manufacturer | STRATHMORE |
| Material | Paper |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Paper Dimensions | 5.5 x 8 inches |
| Paper Finish | Smooth |
| Paper Weight | 100 |
| Product Dimensions | 8"L x 5.5"W |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Journaling |
| Sheet Count | 28 |
| UPC | 712532843313 012017460357 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | No Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Strathmore
- **Color:** White
- **Material:** Paper
- **Sheet Size:** 5.5 x 8
- **Paper Finish:** Smooth

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Copics, marker, watercolor — YES.
*by U***O on September 23, 2020*

I have bought several of these now. (I have done two 40-day art challenges. So I have a lot of experience using these particular journals.) They aren’t made for watercolor. Let me just say that now. However! Don’t let that stop you. I started off using prismacolor markers (Alcohol based), And while there is ghosting on the back, I’ve never had any bleed through. The next page is always pristine. I recently did the sketch with Copics and those are fine too. Very smooth paper, a pleasure to use. And the 9x12” is large enough to write notes above or beside your images. Now, watercolor. Is it good for watercolor? Yes and no. If you do not have excellent water control, and the ability to paint quickly so that your water brush doesn’t lay down a sopping mess, you might not be happy. This was me the first two pieces I did. However, I kept at it, because I loved the journal anyway. And I Found that it TAUGHT me excellent water control. Whenever I paint on actual watercolor paper, it’s like magic. My skill level is just way higher simply from making this journal work for me. That being said, the watercolor paper version of this journal is excellent, and has a smooth enough texture to take ink very nicely. And I absolutely love it. If you are doing watercolor ONLY, you might consider doing that one. But if you do markers as well, I think this one is better. I currently buy both. (Fyi: There is the slightest buckling, waving as you can see at the edge of the notebook. But when you are looking at the page, it looks flat. Probably only somebody with OCD would notice it. Which is probably why I noticed it LOL. But when using the notebook the pages always look and feel flat)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recommend this for Alcohol Marker Artists Looking for a Proper Sketchbook
*by J***S on June 6, 2026*

I've only used one page, but so far, I'm very impressed with the paper. It doesn't suck my markers dry like my mixed media paper sketchbooks do. I primarily use copic alcohol markers as my medium, so finding bristol paper in sketchbook form is difficult. It seems like the only sketchbook option available for marker artists is Ohuhu, but they don't carry smaller sizes, so if you're like me and don't like using bristol pads then I recommend this bristol sketchbook! I wish I could find it in a physical store tho. Also, I wasn't a fan of the cover, but there's a nice solid brown cardboard cover underneath, so you can just tear off the front! I have the 5.5 x 8 in size, and I put my Canson XL 7 x 10 in mixed media sketchbook side-by-side for comparison. I prefer small sketchbooks so this size is perfect for me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Journal!!
*by +***+ on March 30, 2026*

I like doing pen and ink with watercolor and have been enjoying this “journal”, which happily the Visual Journal cover can be removed to reveal a rather handsome faux brown leather very hard cardboard cover! Will likely purchase another one when this one is finished.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-24*