Collection: Drawing and Sketch Pads

Cheap Joe's Art Stuff has been a trusted source for serious artists looking for the best deals on professional grade art supplies for over 30 years. We understand how important it is to have the right supplies on hand for any task, and our selection of pads is no different. Artists need a place to practice their work as well as create their finished pieces, which is why we carry a variety of sketching pads and drawing pads. Browse our full inventory to find pads from names you trust like Fabriano, Canson, Arches, and many more.

Before buying pads, it is important to know the difference between sketch pads and drawing pads. Sketch pads are intended for practicing your work, and as a result feature lightweight paper in higher quantities. Drawing pads are intended for finished projects, so the paper is heavy weight. Drawing sheets also feature paper that tends to be better at grabbing dry media like graphite and charcoal, allowing for more intense areas of light and dark than you can achieve with sketch paper. Our selection of Arches Drawing pads feature paper made from 100% cotton with no optical brightening agents. This acid-free paper features a surface that is perfect for your finished art made with graphite pencil, charcoal, pastel, pen, ink, and more. Fabriano's Studio Fat Pads are sketch pads made from acid-free paper that has been sustainably sourced. These pads are available in both Mixed Media and Watercolor varieties, providing you with a range of options. We also carry pads specifically for pen, marker, pastel, and watercolors, so you can also find the type of drawing and sketch pads you need.

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