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Drawn on the Way: A Guide to Capturing the Moment Through Live Sketching
Learn to observe the world more deeply—with curiosity, empathy, and joy—as you sketch the stories unfolding all around you.In Drawn on the Way, Sarah Nisbett shares her techniques for creating captivating line drawings that capture the moments and moods that you encounter on the train, in a café, outdoors, a young woman lost in thought, a pair of hands clasped on a lap, a peppy beagle, a pair of jeans-clad crossed legs. Sarah invites you to see the people, animals, places, and objects you draw with compassionate curiosity—as more than a stranger or inanimate object, but as someone or something with a story worth knowing or imagining.
Even if you are inexperienced at drawing or don’t consider yourself an artist, you can learn how to create sketches from start to finish employing techniques such as contour drawing, using line work to add texture, and adding spot color—and discover how each sketch tells a story. You’ll begin to focus on important details that reveal something about the subject you’re the graceful drape of a hand over a purse, the shy way someone tucks their feet underneath them.
As you unplug, set aside perfectionism, and explore the world through drawing, you’ll
How to translate what you see into a compelling drawingHow to silence your inner critic and find joy in drawing what captures your interestTechniques for drawing figures and creating quick portraitsHow to find the emotion in objects by asking questionsHow to draw scenes and backgrounds without becoming overwhelmedHow to quickly and expressively render the natural world, including plants and animalsHow key details can take a sketch from plain to captivatingWays to find the extraordinary in the everydayHow to transform mistakes into likeable elementsTips for becoming a visual storytellerLife lessons learned from years of live drawing
We spend most of our lives on the way, rushing and running from place to place, task to task. When we have a spare minute, we usually reach for our phones and shut everything else out. The techniques, projects, and ideas in Drawn on the Way are designed to help you be more mindful about drawing, to capture the people, places, and things you encounter each day. By doing that, you’ll connect with humanity in a deeper, more meaningful way—and discover a lot about yourself.
Even if you are inexperienced at drawing or don’t consider yourself an artist, you can learn how to create sketches from start to finish employing techniques such as contour drawing, using line work to add texture, and adding spot color—and discover how each sketch tells a story. You’ll begin to focus on important details that reveal something about the subject you’re the graceful drape of a hand over a purse, the shy way someone tucks their feet underneath them.
As you unplug, set aside perfectionism, and explore the world through drawing, you’ll
How to translate what you see into a compelling drawingHow to silence your inner critic and find joy in drawing what captures your interestTechniques for drawing figures and creating quick portraitsHow to find the emotion in objects by asking questionsHow to draw scenes and backgrounds without becoming overwhelmedHow to quickly and expressively render the natural world, including plants and animalsHow key details can take a sketch from plain to captivatingWays to find the extraordinary in the everydayHow to transform mistakes into likeable elementsTips for becoming a visual storytellerLife lessons learned from years of live drawing
We spend most of our lives on the way, rushing and running from place to place, task to task. When we have a spare minute, we usually reach for our phones and shut everything else out. The techniques, projects, and ideas in Drawn on the Way are designed to help you be more mindful about drawing, to capture the people, places, and things you encounter each day. By doing that, you’ll connect with humanity in a deeper, more meaningful way—and discover a lot about yourself.
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304 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 21, 2021
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About the author
Sarah Nisbett
3 books3 followersA former professional opera singer, Sarah Nisbett learned how to draw by sketching strangers during her daily commute on the New York City Subway. A totally self-taught artist, she turned her hobby of drawing “on the way” into a successful Instagram account and blog, and now, a book!
Her Drawn On The Way project is dedicated to helping people find the extraordinary in the everyday and to see themselves and those around them as works of art. Through her expressive, minimal illustrations and paintings, Sarah is creating a movement of self- acceptance and awareness, showing people that when you make art about the world, you make the world yours.
When Sarah isn't drawing, she's thinking about dogs, what to cook for dinner, when she'll get to ride a horse next.
Her Drawn On The Way project is dedicated to helping people find the extraordinary in the everyday and to see themselves and those around them as works of art. Through her expressive, minimal illustrations and paintings, Sarah is creating a movement of self- acceptance and awareness, showing people that when you make art about the world, you make the world yours.
When Sarah isn't drawing, she's thinking about dogs, what to cook for dinner, when she'll get to ride a horse next.
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January 15, 2022
3.5 stars
A helpful guide to improvisational sketching, even if you don’t really draw. Useful tips & exercises, & inspiring examples are included!
[What I liked:]
•I appreciate the emphasis on not trying for perfection, & just going for it. The method is, very basically, starting with a hook & then experimenting & adding elements to tell the story and capture the meaning you want to tell with the drawing. This helps to feel less overwhelmed about where to start, which worked for me when I tried it.
•The book mixes in concepts with both examples and structured exercises to try yourself. I appreciate how the exercises (while simple) are broken down step-by-step with examples & tips. It made it less daunting for me to try.
•This book is a mix of two things: telling a story and capturing emotion with sketches based on what you observe around you, & how to technically achieve various effects. Both are helpful.
[What I didn’t like as much:]
•It wasn’t a big problem for me, but the layout at times was hard to follow. Sometimes with the step-by-steps it was a bit hard to tell which numbered text section went with which drawing.
[I received an ARC ebook copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. Thank you for the book!]
A helpful guide to improvisational sketching, even if you don’t really draw. Useful tips & exercises, & inspiring examples are included!
[What I liked:]
•I appreciate the emphasis on not trying for perfection, & just going for it. The method is, very basically, starting with a hook & then experimenting & adding elements to tell the story and capture the meaning you want to tell with the drawing. This helps to feel less overwhelmed about where to start, which worked for me when I tried it.
•The book mixes in concepts with both examples and structured exercises to try yourself. I appreciate how the exercises (while simple) are broken down step-by-step with examples & tips. It made it less daunting for me to try.
•This book is a mix of two things: telling a story and capturing emotion with sketches based on what you observe around you, & how to technically achieve various effects. Both are helpful.
[What I didn’t like as much:]
•It wasn’t a big problem for me, but the layout at times was hard to follow. Sometimes with the step-by-steps it was a bit hard to tell which numbered text section went with which drawing.
[I received an ARC ebook copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. Thank you for the book!]
December 24, 2021
This gorgeous book is not only inspirational for its stunning aesthetic alone, or its real world ‘how-to’ instructional exercises for sketching subjects in real time.
No. Through ‘Drawn on the Way: A Guide to Capturing the Moment Through Live Sketching’, Sarah Nisbett offers a manuscript on how to observe humanity on a deeper level. A skill set we all benefit from when we develop, hone, and tune into our own deeper listening centers, to see and understand each other beyond the knee-jerk judgements of the mind.
Thank you for your generosity in sharing your gifts with us, Sarah. I am joyfully suggesting this book to everyone who can hear.
No. Through ‘Drawn on the Way: A Guide to Capturing the Moment Through Live Sketching’, Sarah Nisbett offers a manuscript on how to observe humanity on a deeper level. A skill set we all benefit from when we develop, hone, and tune into our own deeper listening centers, to see and understand each other beyond the knee-jerk judgements of the mind.
Thank you for your generosity in sharing your gifts with us, Sarah. I am joyfully suggesting this book to everyone who can hear.
December 30, 2021
Disclaimer: I have no intention of learning how to draw better. But that’s what makes this book so lovely! Nisbett describes her processes in a simple and encouraging manner that can be applied to whatever way you want to see and tell stories.
Drawn on the Way is a manual on how to find joy in your everyday life! Who doesn’t need a gentle reminder of that right now?
Drawn on the Way is a manual on how to find joy in your everyday life! Who doesn’t need a gentle reminder of that right now?
February 8, 2022
It is not only about drawing but also about seeing
A self-taught live sketch artist and illustrator, Sarah Nisbett presents her book "Drawn on the Way. A Guide to Capturing the Moment Through Live Sketching"
The goal for the book can be found in the introduction. Nisbett states: "This is more than a book about how to draw. This is a book about how to see: how to see the world differently, as a place filled with stories; how to see the people around you differently, as works of art; and how to see yourself differently, as someone whose voice has a place, even if it’s just in the private pages of your own sketchbook... This book will not teach you how to draw like me; rather, it will guide you through the process of drawing from life in your own style... I hope this book makes you curious about your world and your place in it. Curiosity, empathy, joy, and wonder are foundational to the techniques explained here." (p. 7).
The material of the book is divided into nine chapters: " 1) Tools and Materials, 2) Getting Started, 3) Warm-up Exercises, 4) Drawing the Object, 5) Drawing Scenes and Backgrounds, 6) Drawing Nature and Animals, 7) Drawing Figures, 8) Drawing Portraits, and 9) Tying it All Together. Nisbett includes personal experiences and comments in the book, tips and exercises with multiple steps as well as a small list of resources at the end. I love that she challenges that she talks about her own mistakes and challenges the readers to embrace theirs. I highly recommend this book for beginners but also for advanced artists who want to try something new.
The complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley free of charge. I was under no obligation to offer a positive review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
#DrawnOnTheWay #NetGalley
A self-taught live sketch artist and illustrator, Sarah Nisbett presents her book "Drawn on the Way. A Guide to Capturing the Moment Through Live Sketching"
The goal for the book can be found in the introduction. Nisbett states: "This is more than a book about how to draw. This is a book about how to see: how to see the world differently, as a place filled with stories; how to see the people around you differently, as works of art; and how to see yourself differently, as someone whose voice has a place, even if it’s just in the private pages of your own sketchbook... This book will not teach you how to draw like me; rather, it will guide you through the process of drawing from life in your own style... I hope this book makes you curious about your world and your place in it. Curiosity, empathy, joy, and wonder are foundational to the techniques explained here." (p. 7).
The material of the book is divided into nine chapters: " 1) Tools and Materials, 2) Getting Started, 3) Warm-up Exercises, 4) Drawing the Object, 5) Drawing Scenes and Backgrounds, 6) Drawing Nature and Animals, 7) Drawing Figures, 8) Drawing Portraits, and 9) Tying it All Together. Nisbett includes personal experiences and comments in the book, tips and exercises with multiple steps as well as a small list of resources at the end. I love that she challenges that she talks about her own mistakes and challenges the readers to embrace theirs. I highly recommend this book for beginners but also for advanced artists who want to try something new.
The complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley free of charge. I was under no obligation to offer a positive review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
#DrawnOnTheWay #NetGalley
April 21, 2023
Dieses Review bezieht sich auf die deutsche Edition, erschienen mit der ISBN 9783864909078 im dpunkt.verlag
Wie kann ich alltägliche Situationen schnell und einfach mit einem Stift festhalten? Wie kann ich komplexe Situationen auf das Wesentliche reduzieren? Sarah Nisbett zeigt, wie das mit wenig Material und Aufwand möglich ist.
Sie selbst hat nach eigenen Angaben alle Zeichnungen, die den Weg in das Buch gefunden haben, mit einem blauen Tintenroller erstellt. Das spiegelt sich insofern wider, als dass die Zeichnungen eine ähnliche Optik haben. Was seinerseits eine Wirkung auf mich als Leser hatte. Die Autorin zeigt eindrücklich, wie sie das Wesentliche manchmal auf einen Strich reduzieren kann. Es geht also nicht darum, komplizierte Momente festzuhalten bzw. ein Gemälde zu erstellen, sondern vielmehr darum, eine Erinnerung zu verewigen. Zumindest habe ich sowas vor meinem geistigen Auge gehabt.
Es gibt Tagebücher, in den Momente als kleine Skizze oder Graphik eingefügt werden. Genau hierfür eignen sich solche Zeichnungen, z.B. als zeichnerische Ergänzung zu einem Text oder in einem Skizzenblock. Die Autorin zeigt aber nicht nur, wie minimalistisch eine Szene gestaltet werden kann, sondern zeigt Schritt für Schritt, wie eine solche Skizze entsteht. Und das ohne Farben, die erst im letzten Kapitel Einzug in dieses Buch erhalten.
Fazit
Natürlich ist das Buch geprägt vom Stil der Autorin. Vor allem, weil sie die Zeichnung alle mit einem Stift erstellt hat. Das mag beim ersten Durchblättern langweilig wirken, hat aber seine Daseinsberechtigung, weil der Leser und (angehende) Künstler viel besser nachvollziehen kann, wie die Zeichnungen entstanden sind. Und das vom ersten Strich an. Wer gerne Momente in minimalistischen Zeichnungen festhalten möchte, ist hier genau richtig.
Wie kann ich alltägliche Situationen schnell und einfach mit einem Stift festhalten? Wie kann ich komplexe Situationen auf das Wesentliche reduzieren? Sarah Nisbett zeigt, wie das mit wenig Material und Aufwand möglich ist.
Sie selbst hat nach eigenen Angaben alle Zeichnungen, die den Weg in das Buch gefunden haben, mit einem blauen Tintenroller erstellt. Das spiegelt sich insofern wider, als dass die Zeichnungen eine ähnliche Optik haben. Was seinerseits eine Wirkung auf mich als Leser hatte. Die Autorin zeigt eindrücklich, wie sie das Wesentliche manchmal auf einen Strich reduzieren kann. Es geht also nicht darum, komplizierte Momente festzuhalten bzw. ein Gemälde zu erstellen, sondern vielmehr darum, eine Erinnerung zu verewigen. Zumindest habe ich sowas vor meinem geistigen Auge gehabt.
Es gibt Tagebücher, in den Momente als kleine Skizze oder Graphik eingefügt werden. Genau hierfür eignen sich solche Zeichnungen, z.B. als zeichnerische Ergänzung zu einem Text oder in einem Skizzenblock. Die Autorin zeigt aber nicht nur, wie minimalistisch eine Szene gestaltet werden kann, sondern zeigt Schritt für Schritt, wie eine solche Skizze entsteht. Und das ohne Farben, die erst im letzten Kapitel Einzug in dieses Buch erhalten.
Fazit
Natürlich ist das Buch geprägt vom Stil der Autorin. Vor allem, weil sie die Zeichnung alle mit einem Stift erstellt hat. Das mag beim ersten Durchblättern langweilig wirken, hat aber seine Daseinsberechtigung, weil der Leser und (angehende) Künstler viel besser nachvollziehen kann, wie die Zeichnungen entstanden sind. Und das vom ersten Strich an. Wer gerne Momente in minimalistischen Zeichnungen festhalten möchte, ist hier genau richtig.
November 4, 2023
"Drawn on the Way: A Guide to Capturing the Moment Through Live Sketching" by Sarah Nisbett is a gem for artists and enthusiasts alike. Nisbett's expertise in live sketching shines through in this comprehensive guide, offering readers practical advice and inspiring examples for honing their on-location sketching skills. This book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to infuse their art with the immediacy and vibrancy of real-life moments.
What sets this book apart is Nisbett's ability to guide readers through the process of live sketching with clarity and passion. She offers insights on everything from choosing the right materials to capturing fleeting moments in busy environments. The inclusion of her own exquisite sketches provides a visual masterclass, demonstrating the potential for depth and emotion that can be achieved through on-location artistry.
Nisbett's approach is both encouraging and empowering. She encourages readers to embrace imperfections and to view each sketch as a snapshot of a moment in time. Her emphasis on capturing the essence and energy of a scene, rather than striving for hyperrealism, fosters a sense of freedom and spontaneity in the artistic process.
In conclusion, "Drawn on the Way" is a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration for artists seeking to bring their sketches to life through on-location artistry. Sarah Nisbett's expertise and her genuine love for the craft make this book an invaluable addition to any artist's library. It is a celebration of the beauty found in everyday moments, and an invitation to capture them with pen and paper.
I was provided an advanced copy of this book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
What sets this book apart is Nisbett's ability to guide readers through the process of live sketching with clarity and passion. She offers insights on everything from choosing the right materials to capturing fleeting moments in busy environments. The inclusion of her own exquisite sketches provides a visual masterclass, demonstrating the potential for depth and emotion that can be achieved through on-location artistry.
Nisbett's approach is both encouraging and empowering. She encourages readers to embrace imperfections and to view each sketch as a snapshot of a moment in time. Her emphasis on capturing the essence and energy of a scene, rather than striving for hyperrealism, fosters a sense of freedom and spontaneity in the artistic process.
In conclusion, "Drawn on the Way" is a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration for artists seeking to bring their sketches to life through on-location artistry. Sarah Nisbett's expertise and her genuine love for the craft make this book an invaluable addition to any artist's library. It is a celebration of the beauty found in everyday moments, and an invitation to capture them with pen and paper.
I was provided an advanced copy of this book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
February 27, 2023
I loved this craft book about drawing. Sarah Nisbett shares her insider tips for sketching quickly both on the go (she often draws on the train during her commute) and for the sheer joy of drawing at any locale.
Her tone is conversational and warm and her tips are down-to-earth and step-by-step, making it easy for a novice or a hobbyist like me to follow her ideas and/or to adapt them and make them my own.
This book covers a nice grab-bag of drawing lessons, from materials/assembling a drawing kit to drawing people, pets, nature, and more. There's a lot of inspiring yet practical knowledge to glean here.
I especially like the chapters on "Becoming a Visual Storyteller," "Contour Drawing and Blind Contour Drawing," "and "Using Composition to Tell Your Story." There's a stellar chapter on "Knowing When to Stop" that will keep coming in handy, too.
This will be a book I'll keep on my bookshelf and return to again and again for ideas and tips.
I'd heartily recommend this book to beginning to intermediate artists who are interested in line drawings, drawing from life, drawing on the go, and in learning insider-tips to improve their compositions. If you have a perfectionist streak and want to break out if it, this might be a good book as well. Or, if you took art classes long ago and want to brush up and to remind yourself of the innate joy of creating drawings, this book is also a winner.
Her tone is conversational and warm and her tips are down-to-earth and step-by-step, making it easy for a novice or a hobbyist like me to follow her ideas and/or to adapt them and make them my own.
This book covers a nice grab-bag of drawing lessons, from materials/assembling a drawing kit to drawing people, pets, nature, and more. There's a lot of inspiring yet practical knowledge to glean here.
I especially like the chapters on "Becoming a Visual Storyteller," "Contour Drawing and Blind Contour Drawing," "and "Using Composition to Tell Your Story." There's a stellar chapter on "Knowing When to Stop" that will keep coming in handy, too.
This will be a book I'll keep on my bookshelf and return to again and again for ideas and tips.
I'd heartily recommend this book to beginning to intermediate artists who are interested in line drawings, drawing from life, drawing on the go, and in learning insider-tips to improve their compositions. If you have a perfectionist streak and want to break out if it, this might be a good book as well. Or, if you took art classes long ago and want to brush up and to remind yourself of the innate joy of creating drawings, this book is also a winner.
June 27, 2024
"This is more than a book about how to draw. This is a book about how to see... This is a book about drawing, but it's also a book about living." I didn't know how much I needed this book! I love the author's method of interrogating her subject- especially inanimate ones- to deconstruct, to figure out where and how to start, what to draw next. To discover the emotion inherent in the subject or how others relate to it. The section on scenes helped me learn to edit what I'm seeing and capturing what I connect to. The concept of using a pen because of it's permanence is a new one to me- I'm used to the "timidity" of pencils because I could erase mistakes. The practice of embracing decisions and accepting them as they are is one that will take some adjustment but I am excited to try. I loved the author's encouraging words and advice for each of the exercises at the back of the book, and they are ones to use over and over again with new subjects. A wonderful book for artists of all levels of experience.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
February 16, 2022
Thank you so much to NetGalley for providing me an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Drawn on the Way is a book offering artists a way to channel their creativity through live sketching. I loved the author's way of explaining her various choices (her choice to write this book, her choice of sketching utensils, her choice to draw a certain way, etc.) because it's clear that she intends for this book to foster creativity in each artist's own unique way, rather than one uniform style. She understands that the path to creating art isn't always easy, and offers tips on overcoming your doubts, which I thought was extremely helpful. The author offers many different techniques for you to try, pairing each with words of encouragement and tiny doodles. You're able to choose what you think will work for you, and what won't.
This book makes me want to draw. 5 stars.
Drawn on the Way is a book offering artists a way to channel their creativity through live sketching. I loved the author's way of explaining her various choices (her choice to write this book, her choice of sketching utensils, her choice to draw a certain way, etc.) because it's clear that she intends for this book to foster creativity in each artist's own unique way, rather than one uniform style. She understands that the path to creating art isn't always easy, and offers tips on overcoming your doubts, which I thought was extremely helpful. The author offers many different techniques for you to try, pairing each with words of encouragement and tiny doodles. You're able to choose what you think will work for you, and what won't.
This book makes me want to draw. 5 stars.
January 8, 2022
Art journaling is such a wonderful and rewarding hobby to have. Drawn on the Way contains many tips and techniques that would be helpful for the beginner, near beginner and intermediate artist who want to learn and improve what they put in their sketchbooks. I was very interested in the author's suggestions on how to "interrogate" and draw objects, how to look at things as composite shapes, using composition to tell a story, and how to find the "hook", among others. I discovered that I may have been tackling portraits wrongly! Using her technique, I saw some improvement right away. Drawing people is generally very hard though and journalers like me will need to practise a lot for sure!
December 18, 2022
'Drawn on the Way: A Guide to Capturing the Moment Through Live Sketching' by Sarah Nisbett is a book about sketching on the go.
Sarah Nisbett became known for sketching strangers on transit and sharing those sketches with her subjects. In this book, she discusses her method and tools for creating quick sketches. There are also chapters and exercises on finding emotion in subjects, drawing backgrounds easier, transforming mistakes and more.
I love encouraging art instruction books and this one really is. The important thing is beginning and forgiving yourself. The book includes lots of the author/artist's work.
Sarah Nisbett became known for sketching strangers on transit and sharing those sketches with her subjects. In this book, she discusses her method and tools for creating quick sketches. There are also chapters and exercises on finding emotion in subjects, drawing backgrounds easier, transforming mistakes and more.
I love encouraging art instruction books and this one really is. The important thing is beginning and forgiving yourself. The book includes lots of the author/artist's work.
November 28, 2021
Such a lovely book, written with passion and lots of encouragement. From simple sketches to more intricate drawings, the author shows how you can take objects, scenes, and people from everyday life and use them to inspire your art. I also loved the easy-flowing tone of the narrative, as though the author was there, talking to you and guiding you. There are lots of great ideas to start you off; nothing is too simplistic, and she shows how even errors can become part of your artwork. A great book for anyone who needs a little help with their creativity. Highly recommend.
December 30, 2021
4.5 stars.
What a joy to read this book! If you need inspiration on how to start drawing on the go or drawing in general, this is the book for you. This is not a step by step book. It's not even about that. It has some tips and some high level general advice and some ways to kick start your drawing. But it's really about being inspired and finding a way to just get started and develop your own practice. Loved every minute I spent with it.
with gratitude to edelweiss and Quarry BooksQuarto for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
What a joy to read this book! If you need inspiration on how to start drawing on the go or drawing in general, this is the book for you. This is not a step by step book. It's not even about that. It has some tips and some high level general advice and some ways to kick start your drawing. But it's really about being inspired and finding a way to just get started and develop your own practice. Loved every minute I spent with it.
with gratitude to edelweiss and Quarry BooksQuarto for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
January 12, 2022
What a beautiful lens through which to look at art and creativity! Making art can feel intimidating, but the author here does SUCH a good job of taking the stress and the perfectionism out of it, and focusing on how just looking for the beautiful and exciting in the ordinary can improve your life. I'd recommend this for anyone at any skill level - especially newbies looking to add art to their lives!
October 1, 2023
Why does this feel like a nudge?
Well, she drew everything on the way! What's my excuse for not making the time?
And these illustrations are actually fun to follow through. And her tone is friendly and self-effacing. Much friendlier than my mean internal editor, and I actually would rather keep reading this book until I glean some of that bravery toward imperfect wobbly lines.
Well, she drew everything on the way! What's my excuse for not making the time?
And these illustrations are actually fun to follow through. And her tone is friendly and self-effacing. Much friendlier than my mean internal editor, and I actually would rather keep reading this book until I glean some of that bravery toward imperfect wobbly lines.
November 1, 2025
The tip that stayed with me most was the movement of the line when drawing figures. They also train a lot around shapes but on a better way than make this rectangle a shoe. It’s very encouraging to embrace the imperfections of life in lines and the way she goes through each bit seems helpful and not too complicated
December 27, 2021
I really enjoyed how much this book suggests exercises and practices that push back against the perfectionism that can make it hard to stay with a drawing practice. All the exercises are pretty quick and encourage the reader to start drawing wherever they are with whatever they have with them.
January 3, 2022
I didn't really find this book very helpful for advancing my drawing skills. While I'll admit I'm a novice at drawing I thought there were would be something I would find helpful. Hopefully more experienced artists enjoy this.
June 12, 2023
Inspiring and fun drawing style
I love her drawing style- contour drawing, just enough. I also enjoyed her inspiration and tips on how to capture people without them "catching you." Ill definitely look back to it in the future.
I love her drawing style- contour drawing, just enough. I also enjoyed her inspiration and tips on how to capture people without them "catching you." Ill definitely look back to it in the future.
December 27, 2021
Awesome book inspiring to draw. without any limits. The author explained her journey and along which how to approach drawing each subjects and laid back approach to do so.
August 14, 2022
Lots of information from a person who has taken up sketching from her every day environment as she travels through the world.
January 8, 2023
Lots of good tips and encouragement for someone just starting out with sketching.
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