We have been asking for if you see "Smooth" Newsprint printed on the cover of the pad, not your personal impressions of the texture. So what is it?

This is “SMOOTH” newsprint regardless if the picture posted.

The title says smooth, newsprint paper but the picture shows rough surface. Is this a smooth surface pad?

It is a smooth surface. I do not recommend to buy this one.

Would the rough texture be good for oil pastels?

It’s too soft a texture for pastels. This is more for sketching and charcoal.

Does it becomes yellow over time?

Yes Tne cover is Yellow All the Rt

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🎨 Sketch Boldly, Create Fearlessly with Strathmore!

LIGHTWEIGHT PORTABLE - At just 0.62 kg, this pad is easy to carry, making it your ideal companion for sketching on the go or in the studio.
TRUSTED LEGACY OF QUALITY - Strathmore’s 125+ years of paper craftsmanship ensures a premium surface that elevates every stroke and sketch.
TRACK YOUR ARTISTIC GROWTH - Use this pad to capture your evolving style and technique—because every masterpiece starts with a single sketch.
PERFECTLY SIZED FOR CREATIVE FLOW - Generous 14x17 inch dimensions give you ample space to unleash your artistic vision without constraints.
ROUGH TEXTURE FOR DYNAMIC SKETCHING - Natural-toned, rough newsprint paper enhances graphite, charcoal, and colored pencil strokes with authentic texture and depth.

The Strathmore 300 Series Newsprint Rough Pad (14x17 inch) features a natural-toned, rough-textured paper designed for versatile sketching with graphite, charcoal, and colored pencils. Lightweight at 0.62 kg, it offers portability and a premium surface backed by over 125 years of Strathmore’s trusted paper-making heritage.

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