Moleskine recently unveiled their new Art Plus Sketch Album which explicitly called out the weight of the paper stock on new books is 120 gsm (80lb). Its a cardstock cover book available as a pocket or large “reporter style” though they show it used horizontally on the site, or a 7.5″ square size. Each book has 88 pages and retail prices are $7.95 for the pocket (A6-ish) , $13.95 for the large (A5-ish) and $19.95 for the 7.5″ (19cm) square.
I am willing to try one out so that you, my fine readers, do not have to blow your hard-earned cash if these are not a real improvement over the regular paper (terrible for anything but pencil) or the “sketchbook” stock which was water-resisting, manila card stock. I ordered one and expect to have it for review in a week or so. If it is terrible paper that makes me shout profanities, there will be a bonfire and you’ll all be invited.
Paper in a sketchbook is so important. I agree, not a big fan of the paper in their normal jotting journals. look forward to hearing your verdict!
I thought about trying one of these, but I was so sure I’d be disappointed that I didn’t have the heart. I appreciate your public service! Please try it with a light wash and some water-soluble ink. I don’t expect it to take watercolor, but it would be nice if it could take a little water media. Thank you!!
– Tina
I will certainly attempt an array of materials and will be sure to add your request to the list. Thanks!
Ana, I am very interested in your findings as I will be on the lookout for a replacement sketchbook soon. Please keep us posted. Thank you!