This week, we're ditching the pencil and embracing the true nature of sketching: searching out loud for the lines we like - and we're doing it in ink. Starting with pencil makes it way too easy to get trapped in an endless loop of erasing & overthinking. So leave your early marks visible. They bring so much movement, character, and life to a page! 🎨 The Prompt: Sketch What You’re Eating or Drinking No need to set up a fancy still life. Just pull out a pen and draw whatever's on the table in front of you while you enjoy a snack or coffee. - Commit to Ink: Jump straight in with pen or marker. No erasing allowed! - Search for Lines: Build your form with loose lines. If a line misses the mark, just draw the next one right next to it until you find the right curve or placement. - Highlight the Winners: Go over your favorite lines with a darker tool or a splash of bold color. - Leave the History: Let those early "searching" lines show underneath. They add a lively energy to the final drawing! ☕ I started my sketch of my cold brew while waiting for tacos, layering blue and grey lines until they felt right, before anchoring the forms with darker markers. So give it a try! Sketch your drink or snack and drop it in the comments below so we can see your beautifully layered lines! 👇

Hey everyone! For this week’s low-pressure still life, we’re looking to nature for inspiration. Grab a few found objects from the outdoors: rocks, dried leaves, seed pods, shells, bark, etc. and focus on finding a contrast of textures (smooth vs. rough, sleek vs. jagged). 🌿 A few tips for your page: - Focus on texture over precision: Don't worry about getting the proportions perfectly accurate. Focus on descriptive contour lines and capturing how the surfaces feel. - Zero in on what excites you: Highlight a favorite tiny detail or a subtle color that catches your eye. - Help the eye "read" the drawing: If your initial line drawing feels a little messy or hard to parse, try layering in varied hatch marks, line weights, or pops of color to help separate overlapping forms. 🌿 I used a handful of seashells for mine and had so much fun leaning into the ridges on that tiny crab claw and bringing out the subtle pinks and oranges! Grab your natural found objects, fill a page in your sketchbook, and share your drawing in the comments below. I’d love to see what you forage this week! 👇

Hey y'all. I got a little inspired to sit and draw something since I bought a new sketch pad and drawing pens. I'm amazed that I captured this can of crushed tomatoes that we had lying around. Honestly I'm most proud of capturing the wording without actually writing the words.

This week’s prompt is all about capturing your favorite corner - without drafting an architectural blueprint. You aren't taking inventory; you're capturing a mood, and you hold the edit button! How to tackle it: 1) Pick 2 or 3 "Hero Objects": Focus on key items that tell the story of the space (a favorite chair, vinyl records, a cozy mug). Draw those first. 2) Edit Out the Noise: Intentionally leave out at least 3 distracting details you see in real life (screens, cables, floorboards, light switches). 3) Use Color Pops: Place a few bold splashes of color on a mostly blank page, to give the drawing breathing room while guiding the eye. 👇 Drop your sketch and reference photo in the comments below! Can't wait to see your work!

Ever notice how simple everyday items get surprisingly tricky the moment you try to draw them? This week, we’re zooming in on one small object made of interlocking parts. Think a metal bulldog clip (like my example), a clothespin, a stapler, a key on a ring, or nail clippers. 🎨 Your challenge: 1. Pick your object: Grab something small that has hinges, joints, or overlapping pieces. 2. Draw it 5 times: Fill a single page with 5 quick sketches of that same object. 3. Change the angle every time: Rotate it, turn it upside down, try an awkward perspective, or tilt it. Keep it loose! - Stick to simple contour lines: Don't worry about shading or surface textures; just trace the outlines and where the pieces join together. - Keep it fast: Spend around 3 minutes per sketch. - Ditch perfection: Use something that can't be erased and just let your lines be what they are. We're all about the looking and the seeing here! 👇 Drop a photo of your 5-angle page below. Can't wait to see what you chose!