Here's what you'll be covering over the course of the class. It's set up over the course of 30 days, but you can take as much time as you need. The class consists of lectures, technique demos, and prompts to build your habit. This is an open ended class for anyone who wants to spark their creativity and build a habit you can maintain for years to come.

Module 1: Beginning Your Sketchbook

• setting an intention for your sketchbook practice

• choosing your materials

• creating a lightweight, portable sketchbook kit so you can draw anywhere

• the history of artist sketchbooks

Module 2: Creating a Habit

• adding journaling to your sketchbook practice

• an overview of contemporary sketchbook artists

• creating tonal studies using ballpoint pen

• using ink washes and a negative space technique

Module 3: Maintaining Your Practice

• tips on maintaining your sketchbook habit when life gets busy

• transforming your drawings into paintings

• working in your sketchbook using a traditional dry brush approach

• working from life