How and Why to Keep a Studio Notebook

00:00 intro
00:41 what is a "studio notebook"?
01:57 a few to try (& features to look for)
02:20 Handbook Watercolor Journal
03:42 Stillman & Birn Beta Series
04:25 American Journey (Cheap Joe's) and Bee Paper
04:57 Kilimanjaro (Cheap Joe's, 100% cotton)
05:26 Etchr Labs (100% cotton)
05:58 adding 100% cotton flip-out pages
07:23 "icebreaker" activities (getting started)
13:14 quick tour of many activities to try in your notebook
Expand your sketchbook practice beyond just making sketches. Your studio notebook is a place to brainstorm, explore, learn and develop your own creative style. Here are some ideas for getting started using a studio notebook to support all aspects of your creative development.
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