Can't draw? Learn how to wield a pencil with these sketchbooks.
It's a common misconception that only a blessed few can draw — like it's either you have the innate talent to sketch or you don't. But that couldn't be more wrong. Learning how to wield a pencil isn't quite synonymous with forcing yourself to learn how to carry a tune. While not everyone can achieve the greatness of, say, Van Gogh or Picasso, anyone who has the desire to transform a blank piece of paper into a work of art can absolutely do so, but only if they have the willingness to learn.
See, drawing is a skill that can be acquired. Much like grasping the laws of physics or coming to terms with the intricacies of a foreign language, you can also assimilate to putting a pencil to paper if you have the proper learning material. Whether you want to move on from your usual stick figures or wish to elevate your already intermediate sketching skills, we have some resources to help take your drawing skills to the next level. Take your pick from these courses, all of which are *drum roll* on sale:
How to Draw Sketchbooks: Drawing Basics
This sketchbook follows the "fake it 'til you make it" principle. It's filled with actual sketches inside, so you can draw directly on top of them as a guide. As you go through the pages, the guidelines slowly disappear to train you to be less dependent on them. Towards the end, you'll hopefully have learned how to visualize shapes and draw them without the help of outlines. Grab the sketchbook on sale for $23.99.
How to Draw Sketchbook: Figures
The rest of the sketchbooks in this list follows the same format: you're given templates and outlines in the beginning in the hopes of outgrowing them and learning how to draw on your own. In this case, though, you're taught how to sketch figures like facial features, body parts, dynamic poses, and more. Get it on sale for $23.99.
How to Draw Sketchbook: Athletic Shoes
Taught by a renowned footwear designer who has worked with brands like Under Armour, New Balance, Converse, and Nike, this sketchbook will teach you how to sketch the shoes of your dreams. From the anatomy of the shoe to proportions to different shoe types, it will help any sneakerhead design all kinds of footwear. Usually $30, you can snag it on sale for $23.99.
How to Draw Sketchbook: Cars
Have a dream car that not even luxury brands can materialize? Why not do it yourself? Using the phase-out guideline system, this sketchbook will train you on how to bring your concepts to life. Right now, you can get it for only $23.99.
How to Draw Sketchbook: Superheroes
And of course, there's also a sketchbook dedicated to superheroes. Ideal for comic enthusiasts, it features the work of Andy Smith, a veteran artist who has worked for the big guns like Marvel, DC Comics, Disney, and more. Now go and create your very own superhero. Or villain, if that's your sort of thing. Get it on sale for $23.99.
Miller Kern is the Deputy Editor of Shopping and Reviews at Mashable, where she writes and edits reviews, roundups, deals, and news stories about tech products, including headphones, skincare devices, laptops, sex toys, e-readers, robot vacuums, and more. She's been covering all things shopping and tech, including shopping holidays like Prime Day and Black Friday, for Mashable since 2019. Miller can tell you which products are actually worth your money. She also explores trends in the shopping sphere, such as dupes and viral TikTok moments.
