A Look Inside Sketchbook: Raw, Real & Unfinished

Because not every page is perfect and that’s the beauty of it

 

When you scroll through social media, it’s easy to think every artist creates masterpieces every time. But the truth? Most of us have sketchbooks filled with doodles, half-finished ideas, messy lines, and plenty of “what was I even doing here?” moments.

And honestly we love it that way.

 

This post is a peek into the raw side of creativity. No filters. Just real art, in progress.

 

 

Sketchbooks are where ideas begin. They’re not supposed to be perfect. They’re a space to:

•Experiment with shapes, colors, or textures

•Try new techniques without pressure

•Practice every day, even for five minutes

•Dump thoughts, scribbles, or dreams before they fade

 

Some pages are beautiful. Others are just… chaos. And both are equally important.

 

 

Let’s be real we don’t always love what we create. But we’ve learned to appreciate the process more than the outcome. That few pages you almost didn’t want to share:

•A half-finished color study that turned into a total paint mess (but helped you discover your favorite green).

•A quick pencil sketch you made in a waiting room—awkward proportions and all.

•Just brush strokes and swatches, but now it’s a base for a future piece.

 

Every messy mark tells a story.

 

 

We often wait to post or share until we’ve made something we’re proud of. But there’s so much power in showing the in-between. The real stuff. The vulnerable stuff.

You never know who you might inspire just by being real.

 

 

1.Open your sketchbook to any page

2.Don’t judge it, just observe

3.Add one new line, mark, or word to it today

4.Share it (or don’t!)—but appreciate it for what it is: proof you showed up

 

 

So if you’re feeling like your sketchbook isn’t “good enough” to share this post is for you. Your pages matter. Even the smudged ones. Especially the unfinished ones.

Let’s keep creating, one imperfect page at a time.

 

 

Post a photo or video of your sketchbook and tag us—we’d love to see your process!

Or drop a comment below telling us what your sketchbook means to you.