How To Keep A Sketchbook When You Think You Can't Draw

When you hear the word sketchbook, do you instantly think, “Not for me…I can’t draw”? You’re not alone. But here’s the truth: sketchbooks aren’t just for artists, and they don’t have to look any certain way. In this episode of Building a Creative Life, Pam Vale explores the many forms sketchbooks can take - from urban sketching to junk journals, crow journals, travel logs, messy books, pretty books, and even digital sketching. You’ll hear insights from past podcast guests who’ve made sketchbooks part of their process, plus Pam’s own discoveries (like why she actually works back-to-front in her books). This is your invitation to see sketchbooks in a new light - portable, flexible, judgment-free creative companions that might just surprise you.Be sure to check out these full episodes that were referenced in the podcast!Listen to the full 4 part series:Episode 1: I Built Something Amazing And Immediately Forgot About It, The Real Reason You Don't Feel Accomplished (It's Not What You Think)Episode 2: Stop Forcing Yourself Into One Creative Box, Why "Jack Of All Trades" Is Actually A ComplimentEpisode 3: How To Keep A Sketchbook When You Think You Can't Draw, You're Already Sketching — You Just Don't Know It YetEpisode 4: Daily Rituals Are The Secret To A Creative Life, This Is Why Small Acts Matter More Than Big ProjectsAbout Pam Vale (host):Artist, Author & Creative GuidePam is a seasoned artist and creative instructor with almost 40 years of professional experience. Inspired by her father, renowned singer Jerry Vale, she's dedicated to redefining what creativity is.Pam has spent years as a licensing artist, writer, and creative problem-solver. But the most important thing she's learned? Creativity isn’t something you need to earn - it’s something you already have.Her favorite work now is about helping others, especially women in midlife who think they are not creative, find their creativity.Subscribe now (for free or paid) so that you don’t miss an inspiring conversation, insightful newsletter or helpful creative tool!Click her to subscribe:You Are Creativewww.pamvale.comYour share might spark someone else’s creativity. Get full access to You Are Creative at pamvale.substack.com/subscribe