Sketching Landscapes with Acrylic Markers
During my one day trip to Big Bear Lake, I decided to continue testing my acrylic markers in real landscape conditions. I packed a small pocket sketchbook, a pen, and around fourteen markers to see how they would perform outdoors. Mountain trails always have surprises, and this time I learned a practical tip that will […]
Quick Sketching with Acrylic Markers
I’ve been curious if you can truly sketch fast with acrylic markers. I’m talking real quick ten to fifteen minutes, on the go, with just a tiny pocket sketchbook and a handful of markers. So I took nine acrylic markers with me and went sketching outdoors. And of course, I forgot my pen, which I […]
White Nights Watercolors 24 Set Review
Lately I’ve been using White Nights quite often, and some of you already saw these colors appear in my sketches. I had a few pans before, but recently I received the full 24 color set as a gift. Since I already knew I loved this brand, I wanted to sit down, open everything slowly, test […]
Sketching My NYC Adventure
New York City is always a dream for anyone who loves sketching architecture. This trip was all about capturing the city in sketches quick impressions with my watercolor travel kit and a fountain pen. Each page of my sketchbook became a memory from a different angle of the city: from the airport before takeoff to […]
My Italian Sketch Trip
This trip to Italy was my first time traveling with a watercolor kit and it changed the way I sketch. A tiny palette, one travel brush, a fountain pen, and a pocket sketchbook fit in the smallest corner of my bag. The big win with watercolors on the go: you don’t need many colors, setup […]
5 Hidden Gems I Sketched in Prague
On my trip to Prague, I wasn’t just chasing the big landmarks. Instead, I carried my sketchbook everywhere, hoping to find quiet corners where I could sit down or stand, breathe, and let my brush pen capture the city. Prague can be overwhelming with crowds, but I discovered some peaceful places that felt like little […]
5 Perfect Hidden Gems for Sketching in Paris
Paris is full of famous landmarks, but during my recent trip I wanted to capture places that are quieter, less crowded, and perfect for sketching in peace. Here are five locations where I set up my sketchbook, each offering a unique mix of history and charm. Btw, I have post about the Best French restaurants […]
My Cross Bag for Travel and Sketching
When traveling, staying organized and carrying essentials safely is a priority. This travel cross bag is a perfect blend of functionality, style, and compact design. I find it especially useful for holding sketch materials during trips, while also keeping personal belongings like a phone, and passport secure and easy to reach. More about this travel […]
GuangNA Acrylic Markers – First Impressions
I recently ordered a set of 24 GuangNA acrylic markers, curious to try them for the first time. I’ve seen many different brands of acrylic markers, and I wanted to know how this set would perform for sketching and travels. With their wide color range and brush tips, they seemed like a fun tool to […]
Watercolor Pencils Sketch in Rome
Watercolor pencils are a wonderful medium for urban sketching, as they allow you to combine the precision of drawing with the fluidity of watercolor. In this tutorial, I’ll show you step by step how I created a vibrant sketch of a café in Trastevere, Rome. I had a lot of fun sketching with this pencils. […]