The surface you choose for your artwork will contribute greatly to the character of the finished piece. A coarse surface may enhance certain mediums, bringing out the texture and adding variety to the tones. A smooth surface may be more appropriate if you don’t want the marks you make to have textured appearance.
Various Drawing Surfaces
Dark Canson Paper
On dark paper, the white pastel dominates and the dark charcoal supports.
White Bond Paper
Charcoal on simple white bond paper, the most commonly used white paper.