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

Sketchbook Tour: The Grey Book

Sketchbook Tour: The Grey Book

Welcome to Draw Tip Tuesday!

In today's video, join me on a sketchbook tour of The Grey Book by HahneMühle. Over nearly a year, I've experimented with various techniques and materials on its grey-toned pages. I started this some time in June, right after taking a colorful workshop taught by Maru Godas and Marina Grechanik. They provided a sketchbook that was partly filled with colored paper - after using that during the workshop, I felt courageous enough to finally take this grey toned sketchbook off the shelf and start filling it.

From testing negative spaces to playing with bright colors in gouache, to sketching in a cafe and capturing memories from travels, every page is a lesson in embracing the process.

As we flip through, I share insights, successes, and even some mishaps, reminding you that your sketchbook is a playground for creativity. Remember, it's not about perfection—it's about enjoying the act of drawing.

Sketchbook shown:
Hahnemühle The Grey Book, size A5

How To Make Time For Your Drawing Practice

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Let's Draw Together

Let's Draw Together