Published On Sep 26, 2024
I started my first sketchbook in March 2024 with the aim of being able to visibly log my artistic tests and progress throughout the year instead of having a random pile of differently sized papers that would inevitably get thrown out one day. This turned into a habit and has helped me advance with watercolors and test other water-soluble media that I've been interested in.
From material explorations to getting more diligent with my practice to really embracing the act of painting outside in nice weather, I think that despite the fact my work was hit or miss, I developed a lot of new skills!
I'll take you through each page, describe the materials and processes I used where possible and chat through the challenges I had.
The sketchbooks shown in order are:
Moyao 100% cotton cold press (6x6"): couldn't find this size but here are smaller ones - https://share.temu.com/LtjEZwVEFOA
A5 Watercolor Journal (FYI I didn't like this paper for the work I was doing): https://amzn.eu/d/eWtjOww
Claire Fontaine Watercolor Sketchbook 100% cotton hot press (A5 Landscape): https://amzn.eu/d/eWtjOww
Moyao 100% cotton cold press (A5 Portrait): https://share.temu.com/lT8vsH0uoYA
Teachers whose tutorials and work have been incredibly helpful so far:
Dani Watercolors: / daniwatercolors
Maria Raczynska: / mariamorjane
Lena Moz: / lenamoz
Janet Pulcho: https://janetpulcho.com/en
Ruth Wilshaw (Gouache): https://www.ruthwilshaw.com/
I am not cool enough to have affiliate links, so just enjoy any of the above mentioned links with freedom :)