Sketchbook
Definition
A sketchbook is a portable book or pad with blank pages where artists can freely draw, doodle, or make preliminary sketches. It serves as a personal visual diary for capturing ideas and observations.
Related terms
Graphite Pencils: Essential tools for sketching in a sketchbook, offering different levels of darkness.
Charcoal: A drawing medium often used in sketchbooks to create bold and expressive marks.
Mixed Media: The use of various art materials together in one artwork, which can be explored in sketchbooks to experiment with different techniques.
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AP Art & Design - 3.5 Selected Works
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