What does mixed media paper handle?

The listing names pencil, pen, charcoal, crayon, sketching sticks and gel pen, and also describes watercolor washes, gouache and acrylic.

Will ink bleed through the MOFUNY sketchbook?

MOFUNY says the 160 gsm paper is thick enough to stop ink bleeding through the pages.

Will watercolor buckle it?

MOFUNY says the sheets handle washes, layering and blending, and support multi-layer techniques without warping. The listing gives no limit for very wet work.

How many sheets are in the pad?

60 sheets of 9 x 12 inch paper.

Is the MOFUNY sketchbook acid-free?

Yes. MOFUNY describes each sheet as acid-free, to help keep colors from fading.

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MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12

A ring-bound 9x12 inch pad of 60 sheets of 160 gsm (98 lb) mixed media paper, with hard cardboard covers and a binding that turns 360 degrees.

Best for: Mixed media artists and art students who work in several wet and dry media

Size: 9 x 12 in
Paper: 160 gsm / 98 lb mixed media
Sheets: 60
Binding: Ring bound

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Buy it if

You switch between pencil, pen and watercolor washes in one book
You want paper that keeps ink from bleeding through to the next page
You like a ring binding that folds all the way back

Skip it if

You want the most pages. It has 60 sheets, while the 100 gsm Fuxi 9x12 pad has 100
You want tear-out sheets. The listing does not mention perforation, while the Fuxi pad has micro-perforated sheets

What the MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12 is

The MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12 is a ring-bound pad of 60 sheets of 160 gsm (98 lb) mixed media paper. Hard cardboard covers protect your work, and the listing says the pad can be rotated 360 degrees.

MOFUNY says the paper is thick enough to keep ink from bleeding through the pages. The listing names pencil, pen, charcoal, crayons, sketching sticks and gel pens, and also describes it handling watercolor washes, gouache and acrylic.

Key features, explained

Based on the manufacturer's Amazon listing.

160 gsm (98 lb) mixed media paper
Heavier paper is generally better at taking wetter media, and MOFUNY says ink does not bleed through the pages.
Acid-free sheets
MOFUNY describes each sheet as acid-free, which helps keep colors from deteriorating or fading.
Ring binding that turns 360 degrees
The listing says the pad rotates 360 degrees to give you the most drawing space, and that the ring binding protects pages as you turn them.
Hard cardboard covers
MOFUNY says the hard cardboard cover and back protect your drawings and are not easy to damage.
Takes many media
The listing names pencil, pen, charcoal, crayon, sketching sticks and gel pen, plus watercolor washes, gouache and acrylic.
9 x 12 inch pages
A roomy standard size that still tucks into a bag or backpack.

MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12 specifications

Size: 9 x 12 in
Sheets: 60
Paper weight: 160 gsm / 98 lb
Paper: Mixed media, acid-free
Binding: Ring bound, turns 360 degrees
Covers: Hard cardboard front and back
Best media: Pencil, pen, charcoal, crayon, gel pen, sketching sticks
Also listed for: Watercolor washes, gouache, acrylic
Color: Burgundy
Model: MMS25-160G-S01

Who the MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12 suits

Mixed media artists. One pad for sketching in pencil, inking over it and adding color.
Art students. MOFUNY names art students among the people it is made for, and one pad covers dry media, ink and washes.
Journaling and illustration. Ink stays on its own page, so the back of each sheet is still usable.

Look elsewhere if: you want heavier paper in a hardcover and do not mind a smaller page. The String & Space 200gsm Hardcover Sketchbook lists 200 gsm paper for charcoal, colored pencil, oil pastel and watercolor at 5.8 x 8.5 in.

MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12 vs similar picks

Spec	MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12	Fuxi 9x12 Spiral Sketchbook	String & Space 200gsm Hardcover Sketchbook
Size	9 x 12 in	9 x 12 in	5.8 x 8.5 in
Paper	160 gsm / 98 lb mixed media	100 gsm / 68 lb, acid-free	200 gsm
Sheets	60	100	40
Binding	Ring bound	Top spiral, hard covers	Wire (spiral), hardcover
Choose it for	Heavier paper for mixed media	More sheets for dry media	The heaviest paper of the three, in a smaller book

MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12
Size
9 x 12 in
Paper
160 gsm / 98 lb mixed media
Sheets
60
Binding
Ring bound
Choose it for: Heavier paper for mixed media
Fuxi 9x12 Spiral Sketchbook
Size
9 x 12 in
Paper
100 gsm / 68 lb, acid-free
Sheets
100
Binding
Top spiral, hard covers
Choose it for: More sheets for dry media
String & Space 200gsm Hardcover Sketchbook
Size
5.8 x 8.5 in
Paper
200 gsm
Sheets
40
Binding
Wire (spiral), hardcover
Choose it for: The heaviest paper of the three, in a smaller book

Before you buy

The pad has 60 sheets, fewer than the 100 in the Fuxi 9x12 pad.
MOFUNY lists watercolor washes, gouache and acrylic, but gives no limit for very wet work, so try a test sheet before a heavy wash.
MOFUNY asks buyers to check the package contents when it arrives.

Frequently asked questions about the MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook 9x12

What does mixed media paper handle?: The listing names pencil, pen, charcoal, crayon, sketching sticks and gel pen, and also describes watercolor washes, gouache and acrylic.
Will ink bleed through the MOFUNY sketchbook?: MOFUNY says the 160 gsm paper is thick enough to stop ink bleeding through the pages.
Will watercolor buckle it?: MOFUNY says the sheets handle washes, layering and blending, and support multi-layer techniques without warping. The listing gives no limit for very wet work.
How many sheets are in the pad?: 60 sheets of 9 x 12 inch paper.
Is the MOFUNY sketchbook acid-free?: Yes. MOFUNY describes each sheet as acid-free, to help keep colors from fading.