Sketchbook Kangaro K-861238 — 80 sheets, DIN A5 landscape, forest green PU hardcover, 140 g/m² cream paper

The Kangaro K-861238 sketchbook contains 80 sheets of 140 g/m² cream paper in DIN A5 landscape format bound in a forest green PU hardcover. The compact hardcover design protects pages during transport and studio use while the 140 g/m² paper weight provides a medium-weight surface suitable for dry media, ink and light marker work. The landscape orientation and cream tone of the paper support sketching, compositional studies, journaling and mixed-media experiments that benefit from reduced glare and a warmer background tone.

Advantages

The Kangaro sketchbook offers a durable PU hardcover that shields pages from bending and moisture, and a sewn or glued binding that lays reasonably flat for drawing across the spread. The 140 g/m² cream paper balances opacity and tooth: it reduces show-through compared with lighter papers while retaining enough surface texture for pencil, charcoal and ink control. Its DIN A5 landscape size combines portability with a wide drawing area useful for quick studies and urban sketching.

Suitable for

• Pencil and graphite sketches
• Ink drawings and pen studies
• Light marker work and color accents
• Quick mixed-media layouts and compositional thumbnails
• Travel sketching and on-the-go visual notes

When it may not be suitable

This sketchbook’s 140 g/m² paper is medium weight and not designed for heavy wet media; layers of heavy watercolor, thick gouache or repeated wet washes may cause buckling or bleed-through. For detailed marker layering or alcohol-based marker techniques that require high bleed resistance, a heavier or marker-specific paper is preferable.

Key specifications

• Sheet count: 80 sheets
• Format: DIN A5 landscape
• Paper weight: 140 g/m²
• Paper color: cream
• Cover material: forest green PU hardcover
• Suitable for: pencils, ink, light markers, mixed media studies

How to use

Use the Kangaro sketchbook as a portable drawing book or studio pad. For dry media such as pencil, graphite, charcoal and colored pencils, draw directly on the cream paper. For ink and pen work, allow ink to dry between strokes to avoid smudging; test any new pen or marker on a corner sheet to check for show-through. When using light markers or minimal washes, apply thin layers and allow the page to dry fully before closing the book. Store flat or upright on a shelf to protect the hardcover and keep pages in good condition.

What to consider before purchase

• If you use heavy wet media frequently, consider a sketchbook with heavier paper weight or watercolor-specific sheets.
• If maximum marker opacity and no bleed-through are required, look for marker-grade or heavier-weight paper.
• Confirm that DIN A5 landscape size fits your working preferences and storage needs.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use the Kangaro K-861238 for pencil, ink and light marker work; test pens and markers on a corner sheet before applying heavier techniques. Keep the hardcover closed when transporting to protect the cream pages and lay the book flat when sketching across spreads to maintain alignment.