Artists today need paper choices in their hardbound books. The Hardbound Art Journals from Strathmore give artists the choice of drawing, watercolor, mixed media and toned sketch papers, the same high quality papers used in our fine art pads. Hardbound Art Journals are available in a variety of sizes designed for everyday use. The lightly-textured, matte cover is a dark chocolate brown, and the durable Smyth-sewn binding allows pages to lay flatter.