Stillman & Birn has been a trusted name in the American art materials industry for decades. The company was founded in 1958 by Phillip Birn, a Viennese bookbinder who brought old world craftsmanship to his small bindery in New York City. It was there he pioneered the concept of the simple, hardbound sketchbook that endures to this day.

Stillman & Birn’s sketchbook system caters to every artist’s unique needs, offering a choice of paper weight, surface type, and binding. Produced with both internal and external sizing, Stillman & Birn papers feature exceptional wet strength and can handle almost any medium, including watercolors, pen and ink, gouache, paint markers, and more.