Anthony Delbrun: Discussion 1 Why Keep a Sketchbook?

After reading the article, I have never felt so understanding and relieved in my life! There is so much stuff the author says that I 100% agree with her. I keep a sketchbook to illustrate any ideas I have, look through my progress over the years and as something that is therapeutic. I enjoyed drawing ever since I was a kid and still do to this day. Any thoughts that I have and if I am having a bad day I draw on my sketchbook and it makes me feel better. The author suggests that the sketchbook is not just for drawing only, but as a diary or journal you can put your own thoughts in. One thing the author said that resonated with me is that you don’t have to be perfect. That is a HUGE blessing for me because I try to be consistent with my drawings only to have a few inconsistences in them. The sketchbook serves as drafts for me until I start a project that requires consistency. Next thing the author suggests is you don’t need “specific” materials to use in your sketchbook. I mostly use any material in my sketchbook for the most part. I have several sketch books in my arsenal, even ones back when I was in MIDDLE SCHOOL! The only constraint that prevented me from using the sketchbook was classes, life and currently right now my tv pitch project. I have been writing ideas for my pitch since April of this year and continue doing so. What I hope to gain by keeping mines this semester is drawing hands and feet properly and maintain consistency.