Introducing Strathmore 400 series acrylic paper—textured, heavyweight surface with a linen finish expertly designed to handle thick, layered applications of acrylic paint without buckling or warping. Often a more affordable & portable than traditional canvases, making it a practical choice for both practice & finished pieces. 400 Series surfaces for advanced artists—quickly recognized by its iconic brown pad cover, this series is known for its dependable quality & time-tested durability, often accompanying art students into their careers as professional artists, fashion designers, architects, illustrators, animators, or engineers. Confidently create showcase-worthy pieces for galleries, competitions & online marketplaces with this beloved series! The Strathmore legacy—the history of Strathmore paper company began on st. Patrick's day in 1892 when its founder, Horace moses, opened the mittineague paper mill in west Springfield, ma. Strathmore has been a leading supplier of fine art papers for 130 years & founded with the belief that better paper makes better art. Strathmore provides artists of all levels with one of the widest ranges of quality surfaces for producing beautiful works of art, no matter the choice of medium. Listening to the needs of artists & providing inspiration, education, & innovating new products is at the core of what matters to Strathmore.
- Strathmore paper made for advanced artists—the 400 series features our best quality surface, recommended for collegiate art students, artists & hobbyists creating pieces worth publicizing
- Heavyweight painting paper for art class & art studios—convenient replacement to canvas panels & stretched canvas, this bleed-proof surface features linen textured finish
- Made for acrylic paintings—paper does not require additional priming & withstands many layers of paint & techniques like impasto, dry brush, scumbling, glazing & stippling
- Great for en plein air, practice & final masterpieces—quality archival & acid-free surface meets the standard for on-location paintings & finished artwork intended for sale in galleries or online marketplaces
- Lay flat, durable & portable—constructed with a durable cover & chipboard backing, take your art pad from class to the café or wherever inspiration strikes
- Strathmore: the artist's choice—choosing an art surface is one of the most important decisions an artist makes in determining the outcome of their work. Artists choose Strathmore.