Grey paper and big drawings are a natural match. The Art Spectrum Toned Paper Pad A3 in Grey gives you 40 large sheets of 250gsm grey paper for atmospheric landscapes, cityscapes, long pose figures and dramatic monochrome work.

A3 (297 x 420mm) gives a mid tone ground real impact. Sweep in charcoal for shadow, pull out white for light, and the grey becomes fog, concrete or an overcast sky.

Grey at Scale

On a large grey sheet, drawing becomes almost like painting. You think in masses of light and shadow rather than outlines. That is exactly how painters plan their work, which is why grey A3 is a favourite for preparatory drawings and tonal studies before a canvas.

It also gives finished drawings a calm, sophisticated look on the wall. Pick up some compressed charcoal for deep darks and a white pastel or chalk for the lights.

Why Grey A3 Feels Like Painting

• Think in masses. Big shapes of light and dark, not outlines.
• Atmosphere on tap. Fog, rain and stone come naturally on grey.
• Planning paintings. Great for tonal studies before you pick up a brush.
• Australian made. Manufactured in Melbourne by Art Spectrum.

Working Large on Grey

Clip the pad to a board and work upright. Block in shadows with the side of the charcoal, soften with a cloth or your fingers, then lift and add highlights. Step back often, because large tonal drawings read best from a distance.

Protect finished work with fixative and store it flat between clean sheets.

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