Bristol

Read our interview with artist Kevin Hayward who creates beautiful wildlife drawings using graphite. 

Bristol generally describes a drawing paper that is pasted to form multi-ply sheets. Bristol sheets provide a stiff, strong surface to work on without the need for mounting. The term Bristol derives from the early days of European papermaking when mills would send their finest papers to Bristol, England to be pasted together. Bristol papers generally have two types of surfaces: smooth and vellum.

The term vellum as it relates to paper can be somewhat confusing because it can refer to two distinct aspects:
1. Vellum as a paper 2. Vellum as a finish

Bristol generally describes a drawing paper that is pasted to form multi-ply sheets. Learn more...

We recently introduced 3 new Learning Series products! New topics include colored pencil textures, drawing nature in colored pencils, and hand lettering basics. 

Alphonso Dunn's free Pen & Ink Workshops are now fully released and available on our YouTube Channel!

In his first video lesson, Alphonso covers the basic aspects of drawing and creating textures with pen and ink. Consistentcy in mark making is an essential foundation skill and is the first area of focus. From there Alphonso covers a few key principles of creating realistic textures and goes over helpful practice exercises.

To celebrate Inktober we're giving away a beautiful prize package of Inktober-inspired goodies! Enter for a chance to win our papers & more!

We asked artists to show us their favorite piece they created in 2016. Check out some of the amazing artwork that was sent in. 

To celebrate the holidays we're giving away a giant assortment of art materials that make fantastic gifts or stocking stuffers! Enter for a chance to win our papers and more!

Eyes are a popular subject for artists to draw. We've gathered a collection of stunning eye pieces created by a variety of talented artists. 

Mark Reep creates dreamy, atmospheric drawings using charcoal and graphite on our bristol smooth paper. Read our interview with Mark and see his stunning work. 

We often get asked if our art paper can be run through an inkjet or laser printer. Read on to find out.

Our 500 Series Bristol papers are measured in plies. We often get asked what the equivalent pound weight is. Read on to find out. 

Artist Ursula Doughty uses our 300 Series Bristol Smooth paper for her sheet music art. She prints the music then draws characters on top using colored pencils. 

We interviewed artist Kim Taggart to get an inside look at her serene graphite and charcoal drawings of the Midwest skies, plains, and rolling hills.

Ursula Doughty is a talented colored pencil artist who creates a smorgasbord of unique pieces including animal mashups, creative food art, and Disney pieces with a twist.

Color psychology suggests our mood can be impacted by different colors. Read about the color green and see a collection of green-themed artwork.

Kelly Eddington is a master watercolorist who is known for her stunning detail and control of this sometimes fussy medium.

The Fall Edition of our Artist Newsletter is here! Our featured artist, Philece Roberts, is a portraiture and figurative artist giving us a look at her process.

Read our interview with LA-based, photorealistic artist, Karolina Leonte!

Winter is in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere!  We hope you enjoy this list of some of our favorite wintry pieces.

A strong foundation is essential in everything you pursue. For Philece and art, that foundation is drawing, no matter the medium of the final piece.

Read our interview with miniature artist, Blake Gore!

Do you have an artist in your life that you're shopping for?  Look no further than our gift guide - we've got it all covered.

Jordan Clark's workshop is now open and it's completely FREE to watch and journal along!

Exciting changes in our greeting card line! From updated packaging to new surfaces, check out all of our options for creative correspondence!

Created in 1893, Strathmore 500 Series 100% cotton Bristol is an industry standard beloved by artists for its exceptional quality.

Read our Interview with Comic Artist, Writer and Strathmore Ambassador, Soroush Barazesh, better known as Koteri Ink.

This series features 4 artists sharing unique, step-by-step tutorials for creating festive holiday cards. Follow along to make memorable, hand-made greetings!