Crescent No. 16 Cold Press Illustration Board – 30x40

Crescent No. 16 Cold Press Illustration Board – 30x40

This professional-quality cold press illustration board features a lightly textured surface ideal for a wide range of dry and wet media. Constructed with a durable gray core, Crescent No. 16 handles applications from soft pastels and charcoal to light washes of watercolor or gouache without warping or fast absorption.

The cool white surface enhances contrast and blends smoothly, making it a favorite for sketch artists, illustrators, and mixed media painters. Acid-free and warp-resistant, this heavyweight board is ideal for plein air work, mounting, or final presentations.

Key Features:

• Size: 30" × 40"

• Surface: Cold press (textured)

• Core: Gray core for stability

• Media Compatibility: Charcoal, graphite, pastel, watercolor, gouache, acrylic, ink

• Benefits: Warp-resistant, slow absorption, excellent for blending

• Finish: Cool white tone for high-contrast detail

• Use Cases: Studio or field sketching, calligraphy, mounting, mixed media, professional presentation

From classroom use to gallery prep, Crescent No. 16 balances versatility, quality, and value for artists of any skill level.