Hi there, I’m Koosje!

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

A Week of Sketching in Santa Fe | Draw Tip Tuesday

A Week of Sketching in Santa Fe | Draw Tip Tuesday

Welcome to Draw Tip Tuesday !

Lately, I’ve been sharing sketchbook tours, and today I have another one for you!

With workshop season in full swing, I’ve been filling up a lot of sketchbooks. So, let’s dive into my sketchbook from May 2024, all created in beautiful Santa Fe.

In this video:

  • Sketching Food: Quesadillas with cactus.

  • Color Palettes: Collected from various spots in Santa Fe.

  • Drawing from Video: People dancing in the mornings.

  • Live Model Drawing: Timed sketches during class.

  • Outdoor Sketching: Capturing the windy day at The Rail Yard.

  • Iconic Diners: Drawing the lovely Plaza Café.

  • Sketch Collages: From the International Folk Art Museum and on Canyon Road

  • Chef’s Table: Sketching the busy kitchen scene.

  • People Drawing Class: Practicing hands and feet.

  • Sketch Stories: Using limited palettes and frames.

  • Drink and Draw: A fun group session.

  • Final Morning: A relaxing coffee sketch date.

  • Back Home: Observing people while waiting for a friend.

If you enjoy these assignments and challenges, check out my Patreon page for extra content, articles, videos, and more. Become a patron to get exclusive access! The link is below.

Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel for more sketchbook tours and tips. See you next week!

Sketchbook Tour: Daily Drawing Joy

Sketchbook Tour: Daily Drawing Joy

Accordion Sketchbook Tour

Accordion Sketchbook Tour