Drawing pad SMARTMAX A2 220 g/m², 25 sheets

SMARTMAX A2 drawing pad contains 25 sheets of 220 g/m² textured paper in a large A2 format. The pad is intended for sketching and a variety of dry media, with sufficient surface strength to accept light wet techniques such as diluted ink washes. Its heavier weight and toothy surface provide support for pencils, charcoal, pastels and mixed sketching methods, making the pad suitable for studio projects, art classes and outdoor fieldwork where a larger-format support is needed.

Advantages

The 220 g/m² paper offers a balance between stiffness and flexibility, reducing buckling when applying soft washes or heavier layers of dry media. The textured surface improves adhesion of charcoal and pastel particles while still allowing smooth pencil work. A2 size gives extended working space for gestures and detailed compositions, and the pad format keeps sheets together for transport and storage.

Suitable for

• Sketching with graphite and colored pencils
• Charcoal and pastel drawings
• Light ink washes and diluted media
• Studio compositions and art class exercises
• Field sketching and large-format studies

Key specifications

• Format: A2
• Paper weight: 220 g/m²
• Number of sheets: 25
• Surface: textured (tooth) suitable for dry media
• Compatibility: suitable for pencils, charcoal, pastels, light wet techniques

How to use

Work on individual sheets detached from the pad or keep them in the pad for support during transport. When using pencil, charcoal or pastel, adjust pressure to achieve the desired tone and texture; the textured surface will retain pigment well. For light wet techniques such as diluted ink washes, apply moderate amounts of liquid and allow sheets to dry flat to avoid distortion. If framing or mounting, trim or mount the paper after complete drying of any wet media.

Usage recommendations

Store the pad flat in a dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain paper quality. For heavier washes or repeated wet layering, consider using additional backing board or mounting the sheet to a firm substrate to prevent buckling.