Strathmore Watercolor Visual Journal 5.5x8
- 22 sheets, wire bound
- 5.5 x 8 inch pages
- 140 lb cold press watercolor paper per title
- Opens 360 degrees and lies flat
- Removable cover sheet over an illustrated cover
- 10.08 ounces journal weight
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small wire bound journal with cold press watercolor paper for painting and collage pages. The sheet count is low and the paper weight field disagrees with the title.
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ASIN: B003YIXDKEModel: P460-55Category: Watercolor Paper
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Overview
Not a loose watercolor pad, this is a wire bound visual journal with a removable cover sheet that reveals a hand-illustrated cover design. The wire binding lets it lie flat and open all the way around.
Wire binding and watercolor paper in a journal format make it a place for mixed pages and collage. The limits are the small sheet count and the conflicting paper weight entries.
Who it's for
Art journaling, collage and watercolor studies on the go. Painters working at large scale, or anyone who needs loose sheets for framing, should choose a different paper.
Pros and cons
- Wire binding lies flat
- Cold press watercolor paper
- Removable illustrated cover sheet
- Collage use listed
- Few sheets in the journal
- Paper weight entries conflict
Performance notes
Cold press paper has a textured surface that holds water and pigment, and its weight sets how much wetness a page tolerates before it ripples. Because the binding opens flat, work can continue across a spread without the pages lifting.
Where it stands among watercolor paper
- #2 most-searched brand and model of the 7 watercolor paper lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 20 watercolor paper we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Strathmore |
|---|---|
| Model | P460-55 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Paper Weight | 140 lb (title); spec field lists 28 |
| Paper Dimensions | 5.5 x 8 inches |
| Item weight | 10.08 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Paper Finish | Watercolor |
| Color | White |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Sheet Count | 22 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Collages |
| Style | Watercolor 140LB, wire bound |
Closest rivals on specs
Canson XL Watercolor Wirebound Pad 7x10- Item Weight 0.63 vs 0.54 pounds (+17%)
Hahnemuhle Collection Watercolor 300 Pad 9x12- Item Weight 0.63 vs 0.51 pounds (+24%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Strathmore Visual Journal 460-55?
One wire bound journal with a removable cover sheet over the hand-illustrated cover. No other items are listed.
Does the Strathmore watercolor Visual Journal open flat?
Yes. The description says the wire binding lets it lie flat and open up 360 degrees.
What paper weight is the Strathmore watercolor Visual Journal?
The title and style say 140 lb, while the paper weight field says 28. Confirm with the seller if you need the exact figure.