If you want to learn how to start sketching, the best place to begin is with a pencil, paper and something you can see in front of you. You do not need expensive art supplies, formal training or a “perfect” drawing style. All that is required is the curiosity to learn a new skill and a willingness to practise and observe.

Sketching is one of the most accessible ways to build confidence in drawing. It helps you understand shapes, proportion, light and shadow, while giving you a low pressure way to fill a sketchbook with ideas. Whether you want to create detailed pencil portraits, travel journals, botanical illustrations or quick daily doodles, these beginner sketching tips will help you get started.

Travel sketchbooks are one of the simplest ways to make your trips feel more memorable. They give you a space to slow down, notice the details around you, and capture moments in a way that photos alone often cannot. Want to learn more about how and why this is? Keep reading to explore the world of travel sketching and how best to start.

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.

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