How to Choose a Sketch Pad

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:ChooseSketchPad
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How to Choose a Sketch Pad

Introduction

Select a sketch pad that's right for the way you like to sketch.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Steps

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Step One

Choose a sketch pad with a paper that works with the pencil that you'd like to use. Fragile paper rips if you use a hard lead, while rough paper produces lots of dust with soft lead.
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Step Two

Select a paper quality that matches the use you have in mind. Choose watercolor paper if you're going to use watercolors or a pad of newsprint if you're going to generate a lot of quick sketches. Ask the art store clerk for advice if testers aren't available.
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Step Three

Choose a graph paper pad if you're going to make measured sketches.
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Step Four

Select a bound book if you're going to make sketches and notes to record a trip and keep them as a memento. Choose one that stays open without damage to the spine.
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Step Five

Pick a sketchbook with replaceable, loose paper if you're tentative about your sketching talent.
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Step Six

Choose a sketchbook that doesn't intimidate you with a cover more fabulous than the sketches you'll make in it.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Graph Papers
  • Watercolors
  • Sketchbooks
  • Art Papers
  • Watercolor Paper
  • Watercolor Paintbrushes
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