Close to the perfect sketchbook, for someone who wants to jot something down, something to draw. It withstands watercolor, oils, acrylics, ink but it does warp and change its smooth surface. And generally, you won't be left disappointed, it just takes some getting used to, but at its price... THERE IS NO COMPETITION. Yes, you can draw on the back side too, even if it is "weird" because you drew on the front, let me tell you it actually works.