pronounced "Kōsha”
I’m an artist and creative entrepreneur living in the Netherlands. I love drawing and I do it every day. On this website, I hope to inspire you to develop a drawing practice too, because it can make you feel good.
Photo by Rick Keus
Let’spractice gesture drawing! Capture movement, energy, and posture with quick 1- and 2-minute poses. I’ll share my favorite tools, like water-soluble pencils, and tips to make drawing people fun and stress-free. Perfect for urban sketchers and artists looking to improve their skills. Join me and take your figure drawing to the next level!
Break the blank page curse by starting with frames! Draw simple panels on your sketchbook page to create structure, then fill them with everyday sketches or moments from your day. Using consistent materials and colors ties it all together into a cohesive story. This easy trick turns random doodles into a creative masterpiece and makes drawing more approachable.
Urban sketching is a fun way to turn everyday moments into art! Cafes are perfect for capturing cozy vibes, colorful details, and lively scenes. In this video, learn how to sketch a coffee date step-by-step with simple tools like a sketchbook, watercolors, and pens. Overcome public drawing fears and embrace creativity. Start sketching today and see why life is better when you draw it!
Take a peek inside my sketchbook filled with everyday moments—hands, selfies, café sketches, and more. In this flipthrough, I share thoughts about the daily drawing practice, about finding joy in simple subjects, and creating meaningful stories with your art.
Drawing with friends turns sketching into a fun, shared creative adventure. Seeing how others interpret a scene and swapping tips sparks growth. It’s about enjoying the process, building connections, and embracing creativity. Grab your sketchbook, find a spot, and experience the magic of sketching together!
Discover creative sketchbook inspiration! From drawing movie stills and exploring bold color palettes to experimenting with textured paper, this Hahnemühle watercolor sketchbook is filled with daily drawing adventures. Learn tips for urban sketching, overcoming challenges, embracing the process, and finding inspiration anywhere.
Discover how to transform your sketchbook with vibrant color palettes! Inspired by cities like Miami, New York, Amsterdam, and Barcelona, I’ll show you how to mix and document colors to capture unique vibes. Learn how palettes can change the mood of your art and get tips for creating your own. Let’s get creative and make your sketchbook colorful and fun!
Join my 90-minute live online Mini-Workshop for a fun, creative drawing session!
I never reveal the theme beforehand—I decide on the day to keep it fresh and exciting. Last month, we explored simplifying, exaggerating, and embracing interpretation over likeness. All skill levels welcome, no fancy supplies needed. Let’s draw together!
Welcome to Draw Tip Tuesday!
Bring your sketches to life with creative color! In today's video, I share tips for choosing cohesive palettes, using bright colors, and adding personality to your drawings. Simplify your color choices, experiment with layering, and let your sketchbook reflect your mood and creativity. Watch now and give your line art a pop of color.
Discover the continuous line drawing technique to overcome creative blocks and build confidence in your art! By drawing your hands in a single, uninterrupted line, you’ll gain fluidity, improve control, and create expressive, unique drawings. Perfect for warm-ups and when you’re unsure what to draw, this technique helps free up your creativity. Try it with any subject and start sketching today!
In October, I returned from a magical adventure in Greece, where I taught a 12-day workshop, hosted by The Blue Walk. I brought along not only my A4 sketchbook (which I showed you last week), but also a smaller, A6 Hahnemühle Nostalgie sketchbook. This tiny sketchbook quickly became my go-to companion for on-the-go sketches, and I loved how it worked for capturing spontaneous moments, and I’ll give you a tour in today’s video.
In October, I got back from an unforgettable 12-day workshop in Greece, organized by The Blue Walk. What a trip! in today’s flipthrough, I’m sharing colorful demos, people sketches, and travel moments captured in my A4 Hahnemühle Nostalgie sketchbook. And I have a fun drawing assignment for you to try.
One of the most common questions I get when I post a drawing on Instagram is, “How long did that take you?”
It’s an interesting question—often, people assume that an intricate drawing must mean hours of work. But that’s not the case!
In today's video, we’re revisiting a fun and messy technique: using coffee to kickstart your creativity!
If you’ve ever felt stuck staring at a blank page, wondering what to draw, coffee splatters will be a fun way to get started. You don’t need a plan, and you definitely don’t need to worry about making things perfect; just have fun, play, and experiment!
Today I’m using this playful coffee technique to create bold sketches and explore new ideas in my sketchbook. Let’s dive into how you can do the same.
Let’s flip through the sketchbook I filled in September. It has some pages that are little treasures and others being a bit more "meh". And that’s totally okay!
One thing I love about keeping a sketchbook is how it captures the flow of life and practice, with its mix of experiments, personal moments, and creative challenges. It’s not about making every page perfect; it’s about embracing the process and learning to observe the world around you.
Join me in Greece for a quick 10-minute travel sketch in this week’s *Draw Tip Tuesday* video! I found a peaceful spot in Naxos and captured the scene with a limited watercolor palette and a Derwent Inktense pencil. Discover how to simplify shapes, mix versatile grays, and embrace the wonkiness of loose, playful sketching. Perfect for anyone looking to sketch on the go!
Join me in my latest sketchbook challenge! In this video, I explore a fun technique using a fountain pen with water-soluble ink to create dynamic lines and gray washes. Learn how to experiment with different approaches and boost your creativity. Tag me if you're sketching along, and check out my Patreon for more inspiration and workshops!
When you're out of ideas for your sketchbook, don’t stress about finding a “meaningful” subject. So many of us get stuck thinking that what we draw needs to be profound or special. But here’s the truth: anything becomes meaningful once you start drawing it. The magic is in the process, not the subject!
Learn the fun and freeing continuous line drawing technique in this Draw Tip Tuesday video! Using a Uniball Eye Rollerball pen and Caran d'Ache colored pencils, I show how to keep your pen moving without lifting it from the paper. It’s all about embracing the wonkiness and enjoying the process. Watch the video and try it in your sketchbook today!
Welcome to Draw Tip Tuesday!
This week, I'm continuing my sketchbook challenge, and I hope you're joining in!
The goal is simple: draw one subject and approach it differently each time.
In today’s video, I’m focusing on my still life subject and experimenting with a limited color palette using watercolors and a pencil.
