Dina Brodsky

 The Sketchbook Habit

I believe that the act of keeping a sketchbook journal has been one of the most important decisions I have taken in my life as an artists. My sketchbooks are the heart of my studio practice, my travel companions, my place to play and explore. They have served as a way of developing my skills, and a method of examining my life, the place where I discovered who I was, and created the person I wanted to be. I’ve kept sketchbooks consistently for almost 22 years, and during that time they’ve provided a sanctuary when I needed a place to retreat, and catharsis when I needed change. Sketchbooks are one of the best ways to feel connected and present in the world around you, while simultaneously providing a way to look inside yourself. In this class I want to share everything I’ve learned throughout my sketchbook practice, to explore the universe of artist sketchbooks, and to help others develop a sketchbook practice of their own.

This class covers:

• Creating your sketchbook toolbox: a small, portable kit that is easily accessible and minimalistic while providing you with the tools you need.

• Overcoming your anxiety and the need for perfection

• Experimenting with different materials and compositional approaches

• Finding your voice

• Maintaining your practice

• Finding or creating a community for your practice

Live Online Class - The class consists of 3 sessions, spread out over the course of a month. The classes are approximately 1.5 hour long, and you should expect to spend at least 20 minutes a day in practice while you learn the habit. We will be doing a 21-day sketchbook challenge with daily visual and verbal prompts and bi-weekly feedback. We will work together in a group to build the foundation of a practice that will stay with you for years. Each class consists of a lecture, individual feedback and Q and A - I stay online as long as anyone has any questions left.

Here are the dates for the next session of the Sketchbook Habit workshop

Monday Evening Classes: - Monday January 9th, 8-10pm EDT - Monday January 23st, 8-10pm EDT - Monday February 6th, 8-10pm EDT

Sunday Afternoon Classes: - Sunday. January 8th, 2-4pm EDT - Sunday January 22th, 2-4pm EDT - Sunday February 5th, 2-4pm EDT

You can register here:

https://www.insightsforartists.com/sketchbookhabit

I have a recorded version of the class available as well, that is structured the same way as the live class - its available here:

https://www.insightsforartists.com/sketchbookhabit

The classes will be recorded, so you can watch it later if you happen to miss one.

Who is it for:

This is an open-ended class for students of all levels, whether you’ve been drawing or journalling your whole life, or this is entirely new to you. Drawing is as much about the act of observing and being present, as it is about the final result. In addition to artists, this class is well suited for writers, scientists and entrepreneurs - anyone who wants to learn and grow.

Price - $275 per person, live class

$200- recorded class