Moleskine
Moleskine Art Plus Sketchbook, Large, hard cover
A pocketable sketchbook with heavy 165 g/m2 plain paper that opens flat for drawing across both pages.
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85 / 100It nudges a casual doodler to carry a real sketchbook everywhere; the heavy paper takes ink and markers that would bleed through a regular notebook.
Frequently asked questions
What paper weight is it?
165 g/m2 acid-free ivory paper.
Which media does it suit?
Dry media and light washes such as tempera, according to Moleskine.
Does it open flat?
Yes, it lies flat at 180 degrees.
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