Sunday 23 November 2014

How to get your Pro Sketchbook

Hey Artists! Today's post is especially for you guys giving you some good advice on how to get a great sketchbook.

Disclaimer: My sketchbook is not the best, my advice is just a few guidelines to help you out and there are many more ways of doing this.
An artists sketchbook is pretty much what defines them, it's the one thing someone can make a judgement about your style according to what they see. It should be a combination of your creativity and knowledge meaning that it's not all artwork. It should be a place for researching, planning and developing ideas. Things you should include:
  • Artwork (duh)
  • Diagrams 
  • Plans 
  • Examples of different media being used 
  • Work from other artists 
  • Annotation 
Annotating - All annotating is, is simply explaining your drawing in the form of words.
  • Don't copy any facts or rubbish off the internet. When annotating your art work, say what's on your mind - your own thinking.
  • Explain your inspiration and where the ideas for your art come from
  • Don't praise your work too much, remember to say what's wrong and what could have gone better. 
  • Write how you want to, just make sure others can read it. Try and use a bit of artist vocabulary. 
  • If there is work in your sketchbook that isn't yours... credit it! 
How to present your sketchbook
  • Buy a sketchbook with good quality paper
  • Don't hide your artwork - don't hide it with big titles, unnecessary borders and time consuming backgrounds.
That's what I think makes a good sketchbook! Thank you guys so much for reading x

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