It’s Finally Here!

At this point, I think it’s fair to say that my sketchbook is like an extension of my self. It has been there since the very beginning of my creative journey- I have shared the pages and pages I’ve filled in over 2 decades, some dating back to when I was 8 years old! And through the 9 years that I’ve been sharing my journey in art and my process online, through all the changes in my creative style and interests, my sketchbook has been the one constant.  

From the very first creative challenges I took on alongside the viewers of my YouTube channel, to the countless time-lapses of different pages and processes, and the weekly sketchbook prompts I share and work on with my Patrons, my goal has always been to share the magic and the power of a consistent art habit with others as I undoubtedly have my sketchbook to thank for my journey to forging a career in art. I have found that a sketchbook is the perfect place to grow and learn, to tackle any fears, assumptions or hesitations you might have towards art-making, and to make mistakes, explore ideas, improve your art and become the artist you dream of being. 

The 30-Day Sketchbook Project is the culmination of those ideas. In it, I have not only shared creative techniques, fundamental art concepts and drawing and painting ideas, I’ve explored how to love the act of making art and embracing creativity. This book– my first book!! – was such a pleasure to write and the art in it so much fun to create. I can’t wait to see the work you’re inspired to create from this book! And I’m even more excited to hear from you after 30 days and discover how your confidence, consistency and creativity has transformed!

Build a Consistent Art Habit With One Inspiring Challenge a Day

The 30-Day Sketchbook Project will forever transform the way you view your sketchbook. Through gorgeous yet simple step-by-step projects for each day of the month, illustrator Minnie Small will help you improve your skills, build your confidence and eradicate your fears of the blank page. Each day presents a new practice with three forms of inspiration: first, an overview of the topic with an approachable tutorial, followed by a prompt to help you make the lesson your own. Last, you’ll get a glimpse into Minnie’s process, as she shares some of her own sketchbook pages. Through this insight, you’ll not only learn how to put the prompts into practice, but you’ll also gain a greater appreciation of intuitive learning and the beauty of creative imperfection.

Get started in the first days with exciting exercises like the Timed Challenge and Master Study before easing into more elaborate ones like Observational Drawing and Monochrome Paintings. Keep the rhythm going with Collage Paintings and Ink Illustration. Then, see how far you’ve come when you reach more advanced lessons like Plein Air, Realism and Alternative Self-Portrait.

Whether your artwork lives only in the pages of your sketchbook or you use these exercises as a launching point for other work, it won’t take long to see the positive impact of this daily practice in your art. Let your imagination run wild, your love of creativity renew and your faith in your skills flourish, one day at a time.