What Progress Can Look Like in a Sketchbook

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These examples come from hobby artists who followed the Sketch Awesome journey. Their progress didn't happen overnight — it came from regular practice over time. 

Take a look at some of the sketches below from the students featured in the video above. 

Christine's Sketches

Early Sketch

Later Sketch

"My early attempt has no depth whereas I feel the latter appears alive thanks to Phil’s ability to capture and develop our skills with his supportive teaching". Christine. 

 


 

Margaret's Sketches

Early Sketch

Later Sketch

"I feel the perspective is more precise and the application of the colour is better. A feeling of more confidence." Margaret

 


 

Elisabeth's Sketches

Early Sketch

Later Sketch

"Jumping from watercolour to Gouache was a complete novelty. I learnt how to manage the palette and how to work with layers in a completely new way". Elisabeth

 


 

Pauline's Sketches

Early Sketch

Later Sketch

"The first boot was drawn about 8 years ago when I joined a local art group as a complete beginner. I was proud of it then, but my Sketch Awesome pair of boots show just how much I have benefited from Phil’s expert and approachable tuition on Sketch Awesome." Pauline

 


 

Jean's Sketches

Early Sketch

Later Sketch

"An increase in confidence, thanks to clear instructions." Jean

 


 

Enrollment for the next group of Sketch Awesome opens tomorrow. If you'd like to follow a similar sketching journey, keep an eye on your inbox.

 

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