Extraordinary Sketchbooks

by Jane Stobart

Sketchbooks are an essential part of the creative process for artists of all disciplines, ranging from textiles and jewellery to interior design, printmaking and ceramics. The sketchbook is a complete record of the creative process which, it can even be argued, is more important that the finished object at the end of this process. This book is a vital resource for artists of all levels including students, makers and collectors, as it not only gives practical advice about building your own sketchbooks but also provides examples of different artists' working methods. Extraordinary Sketchbooks takes the reader through different themes and functions for sketchbooks, including drawing to collect visual research, course work, developing concepts and suggestions for making simple and quick visuals into exciting images. An inspiring gallery of examples from a range of artists including recent graduates, practising artists and lecturers and working professionals form a variety of art and design industries. A fantastic resource for artists everywhere.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction

144 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011

Reviews

[chrstphre campbell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Skimpy with The Sketchbook Pages ( ! )

I would have preferred less commentary & more artwork.
Very often The illustrations are of & about things that I’m afraid to even draw in a doodlepad ! I am so preobsessed with Art as it should be, that being creative like this only causes me to panic ( ! )

[Bea Turvey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adore sketchbooks - they are beautiful, rough, raw, primal ideas lovingly carved out with pens, paper, crayons, paints...anything. They are the germinating ova, if you will, of an artist's final piece. They are as visceral and giving as as a dreamworld - everything is possible; or appears to be so.
The pages are filled with select pieces from artists both young and old, famous and getting there. I could sit and look at this for hours.

[PJ Ebbrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an absolutely stunning book and would be a 6 out of 5 on the scale. There is a wide range of work, from artists with travelling sketch books or studio based. I was particularly taken by William Kentridge and Karen Butti.

It really is a must for your bookshelf.