Practicing artists will tell you that the single most important thing you can do to the development of your artistic skills is to keep a sketchbook. But how do you do that? That sounds like a silly question. I know. Of course, I had been drawing all my life. But I never put all my sketches together in a sketchbook. I would draw in random places (ie on various pieces of paper, on the side of my notes in school). It was not until 2012, after I finished my schooling and training, that I finally found my way to use a sketchbook regularly. Looking back over the last 10 years, sketchbooks have been a crucial part of my development as an artist. They have become a way to process my thoughts. A way to practice new mediums. A way to help me slow down and enjoy the simple pleasure of a pencil against paper. And truly a free way to create regularly.
How to Keep a Sketchbook: 5 Simple Steps
How to Keep a Sketchbook: 5 Simple Steps
How to Keep a Sketchbook: 5 Simple Steps
Practicing artists will tell you that the single most important thing you can do to the development of your artistic skills is to keep a sketchbook. But how do you do that? That sounds like a silly question. I know. Of course, I had been drawing all my life. But I never put all my sketches together in a sketchbook. I would draw in random places (ie on various pieces of paper, on the side of my notes in school). It was not until 2012, after I finished my schooling and training, that I finally found my way to use a sketchbook regularly. Looking back over the last 10 years, sketchbooks have been a crucial part of my development as an artist. They have become a way to process my thoughts. A way to practice new mediums. A way to help me slow down and enjoy the simple pleasure of a pencil against paper. And truly a free way to create regularly.