Pacon Drawing Paper 12ft x 18ft Medium Weight - 500 Sheets

Our review of Pacon Drawing Paper finds it best suited for classrooms, hobbyists and anyone who needs a large pack of pure white sheets for everyday drawing tasks; the single biggest reason to buy is the sheer quantity of 500 sheets of 100% sulphite paper that perform adequately across several dry and light-wash media. The paper's plain surface and medium weight make it a practical choice for pencil, crayon and charcoal work, and it handles light watercolor washes, while offering a value-oriented option when large volumes are needed for practice or group activities.

Key Features

• Pure white 100% sulphite: Provides a consistent, bright surface that keeps colors and lines looking crisp on every sheet.
• Medium weight: Offers a balance between thin copy-style sheets and heavy watercolor pads so it is easy to carry and store.
• Multipurpose for media: Works well with pencil, crayon and charcoal and accepts light watercolor or wash techniques without immediate buckling.
• Large pack size: 500 sheets supply long-lasting value for classrooms, workshops and regular practice sessions.
• Loose drawing sheets: Individual sheets make it simple to share, mount or trim for projects without tearing pages from a pad.

Who It's For

Pacon Drawing Paper is ideal for teachers, art students and home crafters who need an economical, high-volume supply for sketching, lessons and mixed dry-media work. Its bright white surface and neutrality help with value studies, line work and charcoal where a consistent ground matters.

Artists seeking textured, heavy watercolor or archival-grade sheet for finished pieces should look elsewhere; those users will want heavier, textured paper designed specifically for wet media and long-term preservation rather than a loose pack intended for practice and classroom use.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good value for money due to the large 500-sheet quantity for high-use environments.
• Versatile for pencil, crayon and charcoal, making it useful for many basic techniques.
• Pure white sulphite surface keeps marks and colors looking clear and true.

Cons

• Thickness receives mixed feedback: some find it closer to copy paper and not ideal for heavy wet media.
• Surface texture is smooth, so it lacks tooth for certain textured drawing techniques preferred by some artists.

Specifications

Our Verdict

Pacon Drawing Paper is a practical, budget-friendly choice for classrooms and regular practice where quantity and a clean, white surface matter more than heavyweight or textured paper. It performs reliably for pencil, crayon and charcoal and can handle light washes, so it represents good value for anyone needing a large supply of usable drawing sheets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this paper good for watercolor?
It accepts light watercolor washes but is not a substitute for dedicated heavyweight watercolor paper for heavy wet techniques.

Can you erase pencil and charcoal cleanly on this paper?
Yes, customers report good erasure performance on the smooth sulphite surface without excessive surface damage.

Is the paper textured?
The surface is generally smooth with little tooth, so those wanting pronounced texture for pastel or heavy textured drawing may prefer a different paper.