The Sketchbook Fillers' Club

Four Powerful Guidelines for Stunning Spreads by Dylan Mierzwinski 

Hello Friends,

Over the last few months, I’ve been wrestling with a stubborn case of artist’s block. It’s not fun when the ideas feel stuck, but one thing that helps me is leaning into my sketchbook practice. Lately, I’ve been looking to other artists who openly share their sketchbooks, and it’s been encouraging to see how they keep showing up on the page. 

 Recently, I took a Skillshare class that gave me just the nudge I needed: The Sketchbook Fillers’ Club: Four Powerful Guidelines for Stunning Spreads by Dylan Mierzwinski. The class is less than two hours, broken into bite-sized lessons that are easy to follow. Dylan’s teaching style is bright, friendly, and approachable — the kind that makes you feel like you can actually do this (and enjoy the process). 

 What I appreciated most is that she doesn’t just talk about filling pages, she gives you a structure to lean on. Her system starts with something she calls “Doorways,” and builds from there. Having a template or guideline to follow makes the whole process less overwhelming and a lot more enjoyable. It’s a wonderful class for both beginners and seasoned artists who just want a little spark of direction. 

 If you’ve been feeling a little stuck or simply want to bring more creativity into your everyday life, this class is such an encouraging place to start. It’s approachable, fun, and gives you just enough structure to make the blank page feel less intimidating. Even if you only have a few minutes here and there, it’s a wonderful way to unwind and reconnect with the simple joy of making something with your own hands.  

 If you’d like more sketchbook inspiration, here are a few of my favorite books and social media accounts for sketchbook inspiration: Reading List