Subcategories

• 200 GSM

  These sketchbooks are significantly better than any 200gsm sketchbooks with ordinary cellulose paper. They are much stronger and more durable and can handle any technique. Because the 200gsm paper is slightly thinner, the sketchbook contains more pages for your artworks.

• 300 GSM

  The thickest and heaviest paper we have bound in these books is the best choice for professional artists and anyone who needs the highest quality paper for their art. 100% Cotton 300gsm paper can handle any challenge.

• 100% Cotton

  There is no better surface for watercolor and wet techniques than cotton paper made with traditional mould made method. There are only a few manufacturers of such specialized paper in the world. In Koval's sketchbooks you will find the best of these papers in various options. Both hot pressed and cold pressed and even rough. The combination of the best paper with our unique sewing and gluing methods make these sketchbooks the best for professional artists and for artists who need advanced tools. You will find cotton sketchbooks in several different sizes and with either 200gsm or 300gsm weight paper. This is the world's largest selection of sketchbooks for artists with cotton paper. Some sketchbooks have the original manufacturers' watermarks on the pages. The product description states exactly whether the watermarks are present and where. 

  Koval's cotton sketchbooks are sewn with water-resistant thread that does not absorb watercolor. This wonderful innovation is available only in our sketchbooks, and thanks to it you will keep your artworks more aesthetically pleasing. And thanks to the use of such a thread, sketchbooks are tightly stitched and bound, never falling apart even when you use a lot of washes. The PRO series sketchbooks include an extra loose sheet of paper that you can use to test the paper before you even use the sketchbook (so you can overcome the fear of an empty sketchbook if you suffer), or to make color swatches. 

• 50% Cotton

  The 50% cotton paper combines the best features of cotton and cellulose pulp. The paper was, of course, produced to the highest environmental standards at the Fabriano factory, plus it is vegan friendly. 

  Such paper is sometimes better than 100% cotton. Mainly it depends on individual preference, but 50% cotton works great for gouache, but is also very good for watercolor and fountain pen.  These sketchbooks very multipurpose and are most often chosen for urban sketching, archi sketching or travel art. 

  It is available in several sizes and in a unique orientation - landscape. If you are looking for the best sketchbook for an artist for different techniques then here you will find it for sure. 

• Fabriano

  Fabriano Artistico – Italian Craft, Vegan Elegance

  
  The legendary Fabriano Artistico watercolor paper is a synonym for exceptional quality and the finest Italian craftsmanship. Produced using the mould-made method, it offers a natural texture, remarkable durability, and excellent resistance to intensive brushwork. Thanks to its double sizing (internal and external), it allows for multiple washes, layered painting, and outstanding detail reproduction.

  In the manufacturing process, traditional animal-based gelatin has been replaced with a plant-based sizing, making this paper completely vegan-friendly. Acid-free and pH-neutral, it meets archival standards and remains resistant to yellowing for decades.

  Available in Hot Pressed, Cold Pressed, and Rough textures and in various weights — perfect for professionals and demanding enthusiasts of watercolor, ink, and gouache.

• Saunders

  Saunders Waterford – The Soul of English Papermaking

  From the lush countryside of Somerset, England, comes Saunders Waterford, the flagship paper of St Cuthberts Mill—where paper has been mould-made for centuries. Crafted from 100% pure cotton, its surface is formed on natural woollen felts, then gelatine-sized inside and out for unmatched resilience. Deckle edges and a discreet watermark mark each sheet as a work of heritage. 

  Endorsed by the Royal Watercolour Society, Saunders Waterford offers archival permanence, vibrant color fidelity, and a tactile beauty that inspires as much as it supports your art.

  Also born at St Cuthberts Mill, Bockingford is the approachable companion to Saunders Waterford. Made with high-alpha cellulose (wood pulp), it offers an archival, acid-free surface with a gentle, inviting texture. Loved by watercolorists for its exceptional lifting properties, it encourages bold experimentation without fear. Mould-made and formed on natural woollen felts, Bockingford carries the same touch of English tradition, but in a form perfect for students, hobbyists, and professionals seeking a versatile paper at a friendly price.

• Arches

  Arches – The World’s Finest Paper

  
  Since 1492, Arches has been the gold standard for fine art paper. Crafted in the Vosges, France, from 100% cotton using the traditional cylinder mould process, it offers unmatched durability, archival quality, and a natural deckle edge finish.

  Chosen by legendary artists including Monet, Cézanne, Van Gogh, Picasso, Dalí, Warhol and many more, Arches remains the preferred surface for today’s masters. Available in Hot Pressed, Cold Pressed, and Rough textures, it’s perfect for watercolor, ink, gouache, and printmaking—preserving your art in timeless beauty.