This year I attended a graphic design conference and one topic really stuck out. Danny Gregory spoke about the importance of keeping a daily sketchbook. As a creative professional, it’s easy to forget that one of the fundamental reasons I entered into this field was the simple joy of making stuff. Many of us forget that making art can be just for fun. And it’s okay to have fun everyday, right?
Danny encouraged us to focus on the process of drawing and not to think too much about the subject matter and/or end result. Everyday people and things are perfect to sketch. I’ve taken his advice and found it to be a joyful experience and a wonderful way to start the day. I’m not as practiced as Danny, but one day I hope to be. A few of my sketches can be seen on this post. Check out Danny’s youtube channel to see some of his work. It’s fantastic.
Awesome. I love it! You should paint the last one… I think that’d look cool as a water-color.. but I’m no artist.
Great advice from Danny. I may just be inspired enough to re-start daily sketching myself! Love your drawings.
Thanks y’all.
Nathan – that’s a good idea. I plan to start working in more color.
Donna – definitely do it. It’s like meditation.. but fun. I usually set my little egg timer for 10 minutes.