Strathmore 460-55 400 Series Visual Watercolor Journal, 140 LB Cold Press, 5.5x8, 22 Sheets , White

Great quality, multi-purpose journal

I really like the Strathmore 400 series watercolor blocks and journals and this is not the same paper even though it says watercolor paper and 400. Its sized quite differently. This paper is quite brittle, buckles substantially with watercolor and is very stiff. Be prepared to encounter a much cheaper paper in this visual journal. I was very surprised. And if youre familiar with wood pulp paper, trying to flatten it after getting it wet and it dries warped is nearly impossible. I might recommended this paper for non-wet media. I dont know, its just not that great. Im even rethinking my initial 2-star review because I just cant recommend it for any level of artist, be it beginner, student, or intermediate. Especially not for beginner who might think this paper is as good as it gets for watercolor. It isnt. Spend more for a better paper and youll be delighted. A better choice would be to get the 400 series watercolor blocks or the soft or hardcover 400 series watercolor sketchbooks. Or go crazy with the 500 series 100% cotton watercolor paper which is wonderful. The stuff in this visual journal is far below even subpart than those alternative choices in the 400 series and the beautiful 500 series.

Have not used this one yet, but have used smaller size. This is required for an upcoming watercolor course and I look forward to using it.

Very high quality! Will purchase again. Purchased for the art journal for brene browns ecourse and it has worked perfectly!

Super beautiful!!! Great material! Cool feeling:)

great quality, l was so impressed, i recommend and prefer.Thank you a recommended purchase for any artist.

Love this my new journal of choice.

GREAT JOURNAL HEAVY PAPERS

I love this watercolor journal. Good size to travel or to do small watercolor sketches. The paper can hold a good amount of water and the colors react good on it. I will buy again

Great for mixed media!