Canson XL Drawing Pads

Canson XL® series is a line of pads that combine value with performance, designed to appeal to art students and enthusiasts from middle school through college. Designed to appeal to students, Canson XL pads contain more sheets at a comparable or better price than other value pads in the marketplace. What's more, because they're developed in consultation with art professors who use Canson's professional artist papers as a benchmark, XL papers incorporate many professional performance characteristics — at a value price.

Canson XL pads feature superior construction and heavier-weight cover materials than other value brands, and every product in the line is manufactured using environmentally friendly, sustainable processes.

Drawing Pads - These wirebound pads contain microperforated true-size sheets and 14 point heavyweight covers for durability. Developed and tested by art professors, these sheets feature a special surface formulation that ensures clean erasing and exceptional performance. 70 lb (114 gsm) weight.

Sketch Pads - These sketch pads contain medium-tooth white drawing paper, suitable for pencil, charcoal, and other dry media. 50 lb (74 gsm) weight.

Multi-Media Pads - These wirebound pads feature 98 lb (160 gsm) heavy weight paper that is micro perforated for easy removal. Heavy sizing makes this paper excellent for watercolor, acrylic, or dry media.

Bristol Pads - The only recycled bristol on the market, these pads are designed to appeal to students, with superior contruction and heavier weight covers. 96 lb (260 gsm) weight.