Canson FIELD DRAWING BOOK 9X12

I was unable to have this sketchbook delivered to my post-box because apparently it "required special handling." It looks to me like that "special handling" required folding it in half!

I have been looking for a sketchbook that has higher quality paper than just 60-65lb paper. I had used the Canson Drawing 90lb paper before, and I found that it held up great to erasing, and didn't smudge nearly as bad as the 65lb sketch paper. I hoped they would create a sketchbook with that paper in it. Guess what? They do!The covers were hard which provide stability and protect the papers inside. Canson also makes a less expensive sketchbook with the same 90lb paper but it is perforated and doesn't have the nice hard covers like this one does. I don't plan on tearing out any pages as I use sketchbooks only for myself to monitor my progress and to practice.The description of this product states that there are two different textures, however, I do not perceive any difference in textures. This is perfect for me. I should also mention, that the label on mine even though it says it is a Canson Drawing book, does not state "Art Book" and is green instead of orange-yellow as shown in the picture. Maybe I got something different? Not sure, but what I got I really, really, like a lot and will order again.

Paper has gotten so expensive. This notebook is no exception. However, the quality of the individual pages, cover, and wire binding makes this an exceptional value. I draw with fountain pens and Micron (and other felt-tip) pens so I can't speak to its utility with pencils. But the paper is smooth with a tiny 'bite', slightly cream to my eye, and the perfect weight for ink pens. The notebook gives you a solid drawing surface. And it's the kind of notebook that makes you want to draw, fill it up, and buy a second one. Which is what I did.

VERY NICE! Bought it for my sketch artist daughter, who does anime and other comic drawing. She's very picky. I bought this for the brand name, I loved this brand for watercolor paper back when I had the freedom to just do whatever I wanted. Daughter was similarly pleased with the quality of the paper and the very hard binding! Perfect for someone who loves to draw everywhere!!

I love these little books! I keep my journal using them. The paper surface is such that you can draw, write, paint. It is a convenient size as a sketching journal but good as a scrapbooking journal. I’ve used them for many years and my old ones are in great shape. With spiral binding it lies flat. Wonderful not to have to keep fussing to keep a conventionally bound book open while you work. Photo is from 2005 journal.