Renowned since 1893, Strathmore 500 Series Bristol Plate offers one of the smoothest drawing surfaces available. Its signature Plate finish is created through an exclusive Strathmore process that compresses sheets between specially prepared metal plates, producing an exceptionally consistent, ultra-smooth surface prized by illustrators, designers, and technical artists.
Made from 100% cotton, these heavyweight bristol sheets provide archival quality and outstanding performance for media that demand crisp, clean lines and flawless detail. The slick surface allows technical pens, markers, airbrushes, and mechanical pencils to glide effortlessly while minimizing feathering and drag.
Available in 23" × 29" and 30" × 40" sheets with 2-ply, 3-ply, and 4-ply options, Strathmore 500 Series Bristol Plate is built for professional artwork and presentation-quality illustrations.
Features
- Premium 100% cotton bristol paper
- Exclusive ultra-smooth Plate finish
- Manufactured using Strathmore's proprietary plate process
- Available in 2-ply, 3-ply, and 4-ply thicknesses
- Offered in 23" × 29" and 30" × 40" sheet sizes
- Acid-free and archival quality
- Excellent for precision line work and marker rendering
- Professional-grade illustration surface
Specifications
- Series: 500
- Surface: Plate (Ultra-Smooth)
- Available Sizes: 23" × 29", 30" × 40"
- Available Ply: 2-Ply (152 lb. / 250 gsm), 3-Ply (228 lb. / 375 gsm), 4-Ply (304 lb. / 500 gsm)
- Material: 100% Cotton
Recommended Media
- Technical pens
- Pen and ink
- Alcohol and specialty markers
- Airbrush
- Mechanical pencils
- Precision illustration
- Line art
- Design rendering
Exceptional Smoothness for Precision
The exclusive Plate finish creates an exceptionally smooth surface that excels at detailed illustration and technical drawing. Fine nibs produce sharp, uninterrupted lines, while markers and airbrushes apply cleanly with minimal surface interference.
Archival Professional Quality
Constructed from 100% cotton, Strathmore 500 Series Bristol Plate combines strength, stability, and longevity for artwork intended for portfolios, exhibitions, and archival storage.
