Master Your Sketchbook - How to Experiment, Play, and Grow as an Artist
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Master Your Sketchbook - How to Experiment, Play, and Grow as an Artist

Discover sketchbook ideas, tips, and exercises for artists at every level. Learn how to experiment with mixed media, organise pages, and make the most of high-quality 150gsm paper in ArtGecko’s Classy Gecko sketchbooks.

How to build a daily sketching habits, even if you are busy title
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How to Build a Daily Sketching Habit (Even If You’re Busy)

Think you’re too busy to sketch every day? Think again! Building a daily sketching habit doesn’t mean hours of work - just a few minutes with your favourite sketchbook. Whether it’s quick doodles in your A5 travel sketchbook or bold ideas in your A3 all media book, those small moments add up to big creative growth.

Take a read of this blog for our tips, tricks and more on getting into the routine of a daily sketching habit and up your creative skills.

Open sketchbook ready to be sketched inside
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Why Keeping a Sketchbook Can Improve Your Art

Messy doodles, bold experiments, quiet studies; your sketchbook is where the real magic happens. It’s not about perfection, it’s about play, practice, and finding your creative flow. Discover why keeping a sketchbook can boost your skills, spark new ideas, and make your art geck-ceptional.

How to Stop Paint Bleed in Sketchbooks - Practical Tips for Marker and Ink Artists
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How to Stop Paint Bleed in Sketchbooks - Practical Tips for Marker and Ink Artists

One of the most common problems artists face when using a sketchbook is paint and ink bleed. You finally create a bold, colourful page - only to turn the sheet and find the pigment has seeped right through. Whether you’re working in a pro sketchbook or an A4 sketchbook, bleed-through is one of the biggest frustrations in creative work.

The good news? With the right paper, tools, and techniques, you can stop paint bleed in your sketchbook and keep your artwork looking clean and professional.

Sketchbook Tips to Beat First Page Fear
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Sketchbook Tips to Beat First Page Fear

Struggling with first-page fear? Learn how to confidently start your artist sketchbook with these creative tips. Explore Artgecko’s best sketchbooks for beginners and professionals!

Spooky Sketchbook Ideas for Halloween: Tips for Artists of All Levels
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Spooky Sketchbook Ideas for Halloween: Tips for Artists of All Levels
As the nights grow longer and leaves start to fall, Halloween is the perfect time for artists to experiment with new ideas and add a little darkness to their sketchbooks! Whether you’re just starting out or filling up a GCSE art sketchbook, October is the ideal season to get creative and explore spooky designs. Dive into these Halloween-inspired tips and ideas for your Artgecko Sketchbook — perfect for everyone from GCSE students to professional artists looking to add a little scare to their art.
Push Seasonal Sketching to the Next Level!
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Push Seasonal Sketching to the Next Level!

Top Tips for Seasonal Autumn Sketching Autumn has arrived, bringing its crisp air, golden hues, and a world of creative...

The Great GeXchange Round 2
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The Great GeXchange Round 2
In this blog post, we explore the uniquely brilliant project that is The Great GeXchange. Click here to read more and discover all the talented artists that got involved in the second eddition of The Great GeXchange!