Bristol and Illustration

Discover the exceptional quality of Bristol and illustration paper at Fineartstore.com. Our carefully curated collection of Bristol and illustration papers offers artists the perfect surfaces for a wide range of artistic techniques.

Whether you're a professional illustrator, a graphic artist, or a hobbyist, our Bristol and illustration papers provide the ideal combination of smoothness, durability, and versatility. Create stunning pen and ink drawings, vibrant marker illustrations, or intricate mixed media artwork with confidence. The heavyweight and acid-free composition of our papers ensures excellent ink and color vibrancy, while the smooth surface allows for precise details and seamless blending.

The terms Bristol and Bristol boards generally mean the same thing and can be used interchangeably. These terms describe multiple sheets of drawing paper pasted together to create 2, 3, or 4-ply sheets.

Illustration Boards differ in that they are sheets of drawing paper mounted to both sides of a heavyweight board to provide a stiff surface. The thickness of an Illustration Board is usually expressed in thousandths of an inch (mils) using the term "points".

Explore our selection of Bristol and illustration papers in various sizes and finishes, and elevate your artistic expressions to new heights. Shop now and experience the exceptional performance of our Bristol and illustration papers.