Sakura 140gsm Pocket Hardcover Sketchbook – Black Paper

This pocket black paper sketchbook has 160 thick pages, hardcover binding, elastic closure, pen holder, inner folder, and bookmark.

Keep a bold little drawing surface close at hand with this black paper sketchbook from Sakura. This pocket-size hardcover sketchbook includes 160 pages of 140gsm black paper in a compact 3.5×5.5 in (9×14 cm) format, making it easy to carry in a bag, apron pocket, travel pouch, pencil case, or studio basket. It is a fun choice for quick sketches, high-contrast drawing, miniature studies, lettering practice, color tests, idea capture, and creative play on the go.

• Brand: Sakura Of America
• Style: Sketchbook
• Size: Pocket
• Dimensions: 3.5×5.5 in (9×14 cm)
• Pages: 160 pages
• Paper: Black paper
• Paper weight: 140gsm thick paper
• Cover: Durable hardcover
• Features: Elastic closure band, inner storage folder, color-coordinated pen holder, satin ribbon bookmark
• Paper quality: Acid free

The small format encourages frequent sketching without feeling precious. Use it for thumbnail drawings, tiny landscapes, animal studies, pattern ideas, color combinations, lettering samples, travel sketches, and quick experiments with light-on-dark techniques. Black paper is especially rewarding with opaque and bright media because highlights appear immediately, making even simple marks feel dramatic and expressive.

Pair this sketchbook with colored pencils for jewel-toned accents, white highlights, and layered color studies, or use it with ink and opaque pens for graphic line work. The 140gsm paper gives each page a sturdy feel for everyday drawing, while the hardcover protects your work as the book travels with you.

Sturdy stitch binding allows the book to lay flat, which is helpful when working in a compact format. The elastic closure keeps pages secure, the pen holder keeps a favorite tool within reach, and the inner storage folder gives small notes, reference scraps, labels, or swatches a place to stay. Browse more sketch and drawing paper options when you want additional surfaces for drawing, practice, and creative exploration.