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Products bearing the AP seal of the Art & Creative Materials Institute, Inc. (ACMI) are certified non-toxic. A product can be certified non-toxic only if it contains no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans, or to cause acute or chronic health problems when used as intended. See [Health and Safety ](https://www.dickblick.com/learning-resources/product-info/health-safety/ "Learning-resources/product-info/health-safety")for further information.


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- 80 sheets
- 94 lb / 140 gsm
- Black, acid-free paper
- Hardcover with flat-lay stitch binding
- Elastic closure, pen holder, and ribbon bookmark
- Ideal for high-contrast work with metallic and opaque media

Designed for bold, high-contrast contrast artwork and calligraphy, Sakura Hardcover Sketchbooks with black paper create a striking backdrop for gel pens, metallic inks, pastels, and other opaque media. The deep black surface makes highlights glow and colors pop, encouraging artists to build from light to dark.

The 140 gsm paper offers a sturdy, reliable surface that handles confident mark-making while maintaining a smooth feel for pens like Pigma Micron and Sakura Gelly Roll. Flat-lay stitched binding provides full access to each page spread, while the durable hardcover keeps artwork protected.

Thoughtful details include an elastic closure band, expandable inner pocket for loose sketches and notes, and a built-in pen holder. An exclusively illustrated sleeve designed by Marieke Sanchez wraps the notebook and doubles as a bookmark.




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Sakura Black Paper Hardcover Sketchbook - Black, 3.5" x 5.5", Blank

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Designed for bold, high-contrast contrast artwork and calligraphy, Sakura Hardcover Sketchbooks with black paper create a striking backdrop for gel pens, metallic inks, pastels, and other opaque media.

Sakura Black Paper Hardcover Sketchbooks | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Sakura Black Paper Hardcover Sketchbook - Black, 3.5" x 5.5", Blank at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.

Sakura Black Paper Hardcover Sketchbook - Black, 3.5" x 5.5", Blank | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Sakura Black Paper Hardcover Sketchbook - Black, 5.1" x 8.3", Blank at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.

Sakura Black Paper Hardcover Sketchbook - Black, 5.1" x 8.3", Blank | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Sakura Black Paper Hardcover Sketchbook - Black, 8.3" x 11.7", Blank at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.

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