snippets from my sketchbookOver the years, my sketchbook has become more than a place to hold drawings. My sketchbook (a.k.a. art journal) is where I record my dreams while keeping track of my schedule. It's filled with doodles, photos, calendars, inspiring quotes, movies I've seen, books I've read, and even recipe ideas. Housed in a single binding, it's a sketchbook, journal, photo album and organizer all in one.
My sketchbook is my 'go-to' destination for a late night brainstorming session or to write down memories I don't want to forget. It's a place I can safely go to explore new ideas and experiment with new techniques without the fear of judgement or harsh critique. I don't have to worry about style, a cohesive look, or the finished product - I can just play.
By keeping it all in one book, I always know where to find what I'm looking for. If I'm feeling stuck, finding inspiration is usually just a matter of flipping through it's pages and revisiting an old idea or trying something that I 'saved for later'.
My sketchbook is my constant companion - we've developed quite a relationship. Sure, we've had our fair share of struggles. Sometimes an idea is quickly dismissed, a sketch isn't working, or the color isn't quite right... But, in the end there is always the offer of fresh paper and a chance to work it out.
Be sure to check back to see how this sketch transforms into this weeks color challenge.
Be sure to check back to see how this sketch transforms into this weeks color challenge.
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ReplyDeleteLove it!!! The look on that pig's face is priceless :) And I love the idea of a one-stop-shop sketchbook with everything inside - sounds like something for me!
ReplyDeleteI have a journal and a separate idea book. I've been trying to decide whether I should combine them or not. I'd love to see a picture of what your book looks like full - not the individual pages if you don't want to share them - I love the look of a book bursting at the seams with goodies.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you're doing a good job with your blog - several posts in just two weeks.
Thanks for commenting & following my blog ~ Sherry
I use sketch books too, but not for sketching. I write ideas and stories, and I love how the pen writes on a thicker page. I have different sketch books for different projects I'm working on.
ReplyDeleteI love your mosaic at the top!! Great idea!! And you cracked me up when you wrote "Sure, we've had our fair share of struggles" I thought you were going to say "fights", and this I wanted to hear about! LOL!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way you use your sketchbook :D