Stillman & Birn Zeta Series Softcover 7.5X7.5

I’ve only had this sketchbook for a sort time but I love it so much! The white smooth paper is perfect for mixed media! I’ve had so much fun experimenting with different pens, colored pencils, light washes of watercolor and gouache !!! The way colors look on this paper is just beautiful and vibrantly! I also love the Beta as well for when I paint with more water and more layers ! I tried adding a lot of watercolor layers and gouache with lots of water on the zeta, but it doesn’t like too much water and it starts to warp slightly...not a problem for me, but the Beta is way better for wetter paintings! The paper bound on the zeta is so amazing and lays flat easily! This is a heavenly experience for me after only using spiral bound sketch books before this one!! It’s fun to paint across both pages now! I definitely love this zeta sketchbook!! I have only one problem with the soft covers and that it has a wonderful soft feel to it but I wish they included a plastic cover since it tends to get dirty and I have had to wipe it down fairly often. I’m going to find something to protect it better. It is worth it to have quality paper and binding like the zeta and beta!!!! These are my favorite sketchbooks ever now!

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These tights are smooth and comfortable, they don't fall down as much as other tights do, which is something I really look out for. They're perfect for autumn as they as they aren't super thin, and keep me just warm enough. The colours are also beautiful and bright, just like in the photos!

You really can’t go wrong with this sketchbook. The paper is very smooth and feels great to work on. I mostly use coloured pencils and it handles layering and blending beautifully. I also plan to use it for gouache and will report back later on how it handles wet media. The softcover is flexible but still feels well made and the sketchbook opens completely flat which is a big plus. I also love the square format. The 7.5" x 7.5" size is perfect for sketching and easy to work with. The paper is pH neutral, lignin and chloride-free which is reassuring if you care about longevity. It’s not cotton paper but that hasn’t been an issue for my use. It is a bit pricey but that’s expected for Stillman & Birn and the quality matches the price. Overall, you really can’t go wrong with it and I’d happily buy it again.

Mi cuaderno de sketching favorito. Si te gusta dibujar en satinado y con acuarelas este es tu cuaderno.