I have all sorts of paper in my cabinet, but really only use bristol board for my drawings. Of course I sketch in any available sketch book, but a finished piece is done on bristol. I'm down to my last few sheets, so I decided to visit Utrecht and stock up. I use their house brand in either vellum finish or plate finish. The subject determines if I use the smooth (plate) or textured (vellum) paper. Dogs, for example, are easier to portray on a textured finish since it helps create the illusion of fur. Glass is better on smooth. But whatever the finish, it's good quality paper at a great price.
