Art supplies I frequently use
When I go outside to sketch, I like to keep my art supplies simple, practical, and easy to carry. Travel sketching is not about taking the whole studio with you. It is about choosing the right few tools that help you capture the place, the mood, and the moment. Over time, I found myself coming […]
5 Art Supplies I Seldom Use
Sometimes we buy art supplies with excitement, try them once or twice, and then quietly return to our favorite materials. For me, it is not always because the supply is bad or low quality. Many of these materials are actually beautiful, professional, and loved by many artists. I simply noticed that my own sketching routine […]
Exploring My Water-Soluble Art Supplies
One of my favorite things about sketching is exploring how different materials respond to real locations, changing weather, and fast-moving scenes. Over time, I’ve come to rely on five main water-soluble tools: pencils, markers, brush pens, a fountain pen, and pastels. Each has its strengths—and quirks—and I’ve used them in field sketches to document architecture, […]
What to Do When You Forget Your Sketching Supplies
If you’ve ever set out for a day of sketching, only to realize you left your materials behind, don’t panic! There are plenty of creative solutions you can use to make the most of the situation. Here are some tips that can help you when you’ve forgotten your sketching supplies: If struggling about which materials […]