Artist Tara Jane invites you to take a journey through her sketchbook paintings.
Artist Tara Jane invites you to take a journey through her sketchbook paintings.
Illustrator Haley Tippman depicts people in the midst of work, commuting, and at rest—with a twist.
I’m always envious of illustrators that keep beautiful sketchbooks. (My “sketchbook” is a loose collection of papers bound together with a single binder clip.) Sara Boccaccini Meadows has made a habit of painting in hers, and the spreads go beyond…
As hard as I try, I am not one to keep a sketchbook; it’s probably one reason why I love to see the spreads of other artists and illustrators. These books offer a window into how someone thinks and sees…
The idea of “play” is important in an artistic practice. Having the time to follow creative whims—to try things that both succeed and fail—will help you develop your visual language and hone your process. Julie Hamilton uses her Instagram to do…
I love using the collections feature on Instagram. It’s how I find (and remember) so much great work, from embroidery to illustration to ceramics. (I totally recommend it.) One of my favorite collections is simply titled Sketchbooks, and the name says…
Having a good journal is like having a trusty companion. I have so many small art journals and keep every one of them; I can’t bear to part with my scribbled (and often indecipherable) notes or doodles. Artist Lily Moon…
Illustrator Clover Robin is no stranger to Brown Paper Bag. I was first wowed by her last year when I found that she chronicled her travels using collage—while on the road! Since then, I’ve been following her work as she…
Yesterday, I wrote about the ambitious #100dayproject of Cheryl Teo—she’s in the midst of building vibrant cut paper scenes on matchbook-sized stages. Illustrator Lee May Foster-Wilson, aka Bonbi Forest, is also completing this hundred day endeavor. She’s going the 2D…
Last week, I shared 12 illustrators inspiring illustrators to follow on Instagram. But that’s not all of who I follow; I use my feed to track awe-inspiring sketchbooks, too. From collage to painting, these artists are using their playtime to hone…