Sketch Pad GDD eco* A5, 40 sheets, 80 g/m² paper

GDD eco* A5 sketch pad contains 40 sheets of 80 g/m² paper in a portable A5 format designed for everyday sketching, note-taking and study. The medium-weight sheets provide good opacity and reduced show-through, making this pad suitable for pencil, ink and light marker work. The compact size and neutral surface texture support quick studies, field sketches and classroom use without taking much space in a bag or on a desk.

Advantages

The paper weight of 80 g/m² balances durability with flexibility, allowing erasing and multiple passes of pencil or ink while keeping the pad lightweight. Neutral-white sheets present accurate tonal reproduction and limit color shifts when applying light markers or ink. A5 format provides portability and ease of handling for on-the-go sketching and rapid idea capture.

Suitable for

• Graphite and charcoal sketches
• Ink drawings and linework
• Light marker studies and color tests
• Quick notes, layouts and thumbnail sketches
• Classroom exercises and practice sketches

Key specifications

• Format: A5 (approx. 148 × 210 mm)
• Number of sheets: 40
• Paper weight: 80 g/m²
• Paper color: neutral white
• Surface: smooth to medium texture suitable for dry and light wet media

How to use

Work on a flat surface or use the pad freehand when sketching in the field. For pencil and graphite work, begin with light strokes and build tone gradually; the paper tolerates erasing without excessive damage. For ink and light marker use, test pens on a corner sheet to check for bleed or show-through before committing to a full page. Tear sheets from the pad gently along the binding if you need to remove or share drawings.

Usage recommendations

Store the sketch pad in a dry, flat place to prevent warping and keep sheets clean. Avoid heavy washes or saturated markers; this paper is intended for dry media and light marker use. For archival or mixed-media work, consider transferring finished pieces to heavier or treated paper.