How to Start (& FILL) Your Sketchbook!

[@MiraByler]

Keep the adventure going with another fun art video! 💕 kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5ukaaqNoNWoms0

[@elisemitchell8907]

First xxx keep up with the great work

[@learningwithlola8255]

you are the best

[@tiberiussugarplum9780]

I don't think you can ruin a sketchbook.. everything in it is precious, may it be the ugliest thing created by mankind.. it's a sketchbook.. you should sketch in it without feeling pressured to become Picasso all out of sudden ❤️

[@jessixapotato1671]

✨inspired✨

[@HLouchart]

Inspiring ✨

[@onvari0]

That’s beautiful! Inspired ✨

[@carolinesteinberg220]

Tiberius Sugarplum so true InSpiRinG

[@somerat8448]

Tiberius Sugarplum inspirational

[@sharnaaspinall4502]

“Draw your day” I’m just gonna colour the page black

[@galaxqwq8925]

Honestly same

[@random_1553]

Ha ha

[@________9151]

I suggest a smaller sized sketchbook as well! You won’t be so intimidated by that big blank page. Smaller pages will make it look like you filled the whole page too!!

[@liv3650]

anazing idea

[@________9151]

Olivia Blow ah thank you!! ☺️

[@shototodoroki8931]

Well .... i have a sketch book .... It’s an A3😂😂 it’s giant

[@shadowdragonproductions1065]

Galaxy Wolf I LOVE YOUT PROFILE PIC

[@alexandria3653]

Yeah. I have a sketchbook about 1 1/2 a foot tall and I’m to intimidated to use it lol

[@ParasolMushroomStudios]

I swatch on the first page of my sketchbooks now so I don't feel pressured to make the first page look nice. Good tips! :3

[@jeepers6676]

Parasol Mushroom Art I like that idea :)

[@VisualMind]

The zentangle page turned out so amazing! I'm so happy to see a sketchbook video from you! Those are my absolute favorite videos on KZbin!

[@MiraByler]

Aw, thanks! :)

[@ChloeRoseArt]

FIRST LIKE FIRST COMMENT I HOPE Edit: I will actually watch this later but I’m out at the moment. IM EXCITED THOUGH

[@MiraByler]

HOLLA GIRL YOU JUST NAILED THE FIRST COMMENT!

[@tide4623]

Chloe Rose Art hi Chloe!

[@MiraByler]

Fair point! Hahaha

[@hannahgrace4929]

Love you Chloe rose art I love your videos!!!!!!

[@samogrady4086]

Hi thanks for making this video. I am new to drawing and want to try watercolour. This video help alot

[@books2art203]

I like your suggestion about doing patterns. I think a lot of times we get caught up in doing a drawing that portrays something or someone that we forget about the simple and fun things. Also your goal "don't lose this sketchbook" made me laugh. All in all, great advice, thank you.

[@felicityearl1397]

I don’t know why but I actually have no problems starting or filling sketchbooks😂 I take mine everywhere I go and it only takes me a few months to finish, and for some reason I don’t care if they get ruined, all my finished sketchbooks are ripped and broken and have stickers all over them haha I’m weird ❤️

[@MiraByler]

That’s awesome!! ☺️

[@spaghetti6691]

Same, I used to sit whith my friend a draw backgrounds for her charaters

[@sofianicholson7746]

Same! But I lost mine that had stickers so I need more for my new ones I got for christmas

[@onewholeonehalf7218]

FrogButt1600 - no offense but I can tell ur wierd from ur KZbin name

[@dana-mp5ti]

I like to paint different patterns with watercolor and then drawing on top of it, it's very helpful because to me adding color to your pages makes it so much easier and less intimidating to draw

[@antonea808]

Love your doodles! I used the have the worse anxiety about my sketchbooks. Until I bought a cheaper one with spirals that I could easily rip out... I can’t say it’s fancy but it’s so cool to look through! At the end of the day, when I inevitably leave this earth, my friends and family will cherish all the little paintings I did. They won’t care about the pretty supplies I leave behind. One of my HS friends lost her husband in a accident recently. Stuff like that puts things into perspective. If someone sees a bad sketch or ugly painting I did, that’s the least of my problems. 😆 that’s some late 20’s wisdom for you there.

[@MiraByler]

Well said! :)

[@Pollygone]

Yes! I love these kinds of videos because I love to see how people fill in the first few pages

[@butterflytwins9201]

8:32 It’s like creating your own coloring page

[@garrettlotts6268]

That's exactly what a zentangle is! I've done a few, even one of my cat! I'll be posting a video of some of my art on my channel soon, if you'd like to check it out!

[@b00per.dooper_11]

Thank you for helping me understand art more and you give me inspiration

[@shadesofgray5476]

The plain ol' hardbound Pentalic sketchbooks that people in high school and art school use are good for beginners. The paper will take a lot of abuse and doesn't pill. Takes some wet media and is good with ink. Very reasonably priced. Get a stack of 'em! Be sure to look for the Pentalic brand name though, similar sketchbooks can have substandard paper and disappoint. One tip that might be helpful, if you use ink and it bleeds to the back, you can paint over the back with gesso to restore and make a clean page. I like the hardbound ones because I don't need to carry a support to use them out and about. They free you up because you don't feel so precious with them and they also take a lot of abuse.

[@Dippystink]

I like to listen to music when I draw and draw what I see

[@maryespinosa7068]

Me too

[@lizzybramich9905]

Thats called still life!

[@spaghetti6691]

Same

[@blandrat]

emma eggplant same! Music helps me focus on a lot of stuff and relieves me of a lot of head aches. I love listening to music any chance I get!

[@flatty.kawa_13]

emma eggplant that’s a really good idea!!! It really helped

[@sydneyfoster3693]

I have different sketchbooks of different sizes, paper weights, even paper colors for different things then a catch-all sketchbook that I bring everywhere and write down anything that comes to mind. I even use it during classing in school and while I'm at work. I find that having a purpose for a sketchbook helps me get over the fear of ruining it. I just have to stop loosing them.

[@marielacristina762]

I allways afraid when i have to start an sketchbook. Thanks for all the ideas. I never heard about zentangle, i allways thought that are were doodles, every that you learn something new. Greatings from Argentina

[@kittykatsfc13]

Love how you filled the page with patterns with gelly roll pen Omgoodness came out gorgeous. You need to paint that in a canvas super cute 💞💞💞

[@CynLuvsRylie]

I definitely think you make it look easy. You are soo talented and I like these videos about sketch books. You Are right about being scared to ruin my book. I will try your tips Thank You 💜

[@MichelleLynnFineArt]

I have such a problem finishing sketchbooks. Thanks for the great ideas!

[@oofitskendra1163]

whenever I'm drawing, I play aesthetic background music! thanks for the tips💜💞

[@TheIlwin]

"Don't loose this sketchbook" lol that's definitely a goal to accomplish! Anyway "draw your day" sounds pretty nice idea. I think I read it somewhere already but - of course - forgot about it again (probably in some bullet journal themed thing) so thanks for reminding :).

[@englishinsomniac2754]

Hello from the English Insomniac. Now this is the video I have been waiting for. I bought a sketchbook a few months ago, but since I have the artistic ability of a monkey and the imagination of a goldfish, I have not yet plucked up the courage to make a start on that important first page. So this is the motivation I need. BTW, loved your pink Zentangle in particular and I always love your little pot plant sketches. Thanks Myra ! Time to go to bed for another sleepless night as usual ;0)

[@MiraByler]

I wish I could send you a few solid hours of sleep! :) Best of luck on your sketchbook! I'm so excited for you!

[@englishinsomniac2754]

Hi Mira. Tonight I completed the first page of my sketchbook. Fancy wording "Art Book" and lots of flowers, leaves and insects. Coloured in with sparkly pens. It looks great. So thanks to you and the lovely HulloAlice for inspiring me so much !

[@samanthadinkel1223]

I also have the imagination of a goldfish 😂😂

[@hxney-tae4459]

+Mira Byler Do you have any tips on how to not be so perfect in a sketchbook, because I started a sketchbook today and I am scared that I'm going to ruin it if I don't do everything perfect. Thanks, Ellouise P.S Love your videos! :D

[@alexandria3653]

Pikachu lover26 Ikr? It’s so hard to come up with original ideas

[@oncerpotter3272]

I love these kinds of things. I don't really keep a sketchbook myself for I noticed take them out and put them on a folder. I love these tips and for me I acutally love drawing detailed full portrait drawings.. I love your videos. Very relaxing and informative. Thank you 😊😊

[@HLouchart]

UR VIDEOS HAVE INSPIRED ME TO CONTINUE ON WITH MY DOODLE BOOK & IM SO HAPPY THAT YOU HAVE!! I LOVE JUST DOODLING FOR FUN WHENEVER I GET A CHANCE ❤ THANK YOU!

[@_a_a369]

Thanks this video is perfect for me. I got a new sketchbook for christmas 2018. I drew in it on Jan 2nd that was the first mark ever made in this sketchbook.

[@AmbiCahira]

Oh and I have so many sketchbooks! I bought one that I felt was so precious that I bought one to literally abuse as much as I can (it was the goal I put up to try to make it as ugly as possible but still serious attempts. But it can be rained on outside, can try new supplies, do exercises etc) then use precious for like clean versions of ideas! And my black sketchbook will be my first bullet journal with white pretty pen, and a tan sketchbook for when I am in the mood for colored pencils. Now I just added watercolor pencils to my collection and neither of my four sketchbooks take water well so I might need a fifth. 😂

[@kottonkandii3296]

0:26,me everytime the package says "handle with care" can't find scissors? Use teeth!😂

[@TheGingerOwl]

I LOVE the idea for a goal page!!! It would be so interesting to go back once the book is finished. Definitely doing this next time I start a new one!

[@MiraByler]

Yay! I'm sure you will LOVE it!! :)

[@ArtistRebeccaLS]

I really like these ideas for filling sketchbooks 😊

[@notjustanotherbrickinthewall]

Great video! I love my sketchbook and thanks to you I got hooked on it and fill them one by one!

[@chocolateknots635]

Its always nice to see a fellow lefty.😄

[@S0ul_destr0yer01]

I'm left handed

[@mmara8074]

Me too

[@albedoschalkboard7445]

Tru ahahah Im also a lefty :)

[@sofianicholson7746]

Ikr cause most people are right handed!

[@easypeasydiys3259]

I’m a righty

[@mcaprisun]

I thought I’d get bored halfway through like I do with a lot of art videos, but you’re actually very entertaining and this video inspired me!! thank you!!

[@emeraldm0on-yt]

3:32 and index your pages and as your first page have an index to turn too

[@MiraByler]

Great idea!

[@artbylari388]

I’ve been wanting to start a sketch book again for a while. You’ve motivated me and actually given me a clearer picture of the things I wanna create in it. And I totally get the omg it’s a posh expensive sketch book I don’t wanna ruin it but now I’m thinking differently and more willing to accept mistakes etc or else I won’t improve 🙃

[@MiraByler]

I love your outlook! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@theroseendeavor7570]

I have such a hard time keeping a journal and your video made me think of a way I could journal without having to put words into it. Thank you so much for all the work you put into your videos, art and connecting with your community! ♥️

[@angeleehope8156]

The Rose Endeavor I struggle with that too! I just have random pages that I wrote about my day in, and others I just sketched my mood/whatever came to mind. It’s a lot less pressure to write everyday.

[@Mariafay_art]

I LOVE your zentangle page, it's awesome. x

[@jessicacollins8049]

My art journey is just beginning. I did some hand lettering on the cover with posca pens and slapped cute stickers on the cover. It helps me to realize its a book to play in.

[@MiraByler]

That’s a good idea!

[@amanda3319]

Very helpful, I'm definitely going to try a few of these. If not, all of them! Thanks! You helped motivate me!

[@halasakr1114]

Your art inspired me so so much thank you Mira..love you 😭😭❤️

[@emmagregory7911]

no art is bad because there are so many different kinds of art so it is beautiful just like you

[@livingwithlizzie877]

Oooh thanks! I am getting a new illo sketchbook today in the mail! I just want to get it now😂

[@coloringwithd]

Great ideas. Thank you. I especially like the Zendoodle one. Been trying to do it for the past 30 years. 😊

[@Rojo731]

Really great suggestions. Sometimes not being inspired is frustrating, so just letting things like patterns flow isn't something I thought of. I have thought of zentangles, but I'm intimidated oddly enough. Of all things! Ha. Thanks! Love your channel.

[@shannonpeavoy135]

I like to use mine for everything i draw write and do some scrapbooking in it as well .

[@emilysatticarts5538]

It also fun to defuse some essential oils it feels happy or play some music 😊😊 I do like your tips too mira

[@RainbowMan-pw2gl]

The “buy a cheap sketchbook” one works. I got my current sketchbook at Walmart for 5 dollars. If ur wondering it’s the smallest version of the canson mix media sketchbook. It’s really good, it has thick pages and a good amount of pages, so I recommend it if you don’t wanna go out to hobby lobby and buy a $20 strathmore or something.

[@dragoneye025g6]

Wow your left handed?! Your the first left handed artist on KZbin that I have found! Finally! And your so good at art

[@alexandrawatral4758]

I love the "draw your day" idea! I might start a little sketch book/journal of just this!

[@xxofficialgamergirlxx4635]

That writing is goals

[@CynLuvsRylie]

Soo many great ideas you shared Thank You. I love your art btw. You make it look soo easy.

[@erilw]

I loveeee your great ideas! I also love your little tin of watercolour 😆

[@random_1553]

Yeah I’m scared to mess it up. Keep on uploading

[@hiiluoclanatn]

Thank you Mira! I can't watch this tonight but I'm looking forward to watching it tomorrow after work. I've definitely needed some inspiration and ideas. I tried to start a sketch book in May but haven't gotten to draw anything in it :(

[@ScribbleFix]

Such a sweet lovely video! Thank you! I just started a sketchbook so this will be very helpful!

[@TriskelionAvle]

i did the praktis on the difacolt things and now im grait at drowling hands so THANK U!!!!

[@unaisairfan6126]

I am a child and I learned what intimidating means from you, so thanks💖

[@bandarudinesh8630]

Hi mira !!! You are awesome and I love the cute adorable ways you filled your sketch book and I am going to try them in my sketch book hope you have a nice day 👍👍☺☺😉😉

[@airizarry12]

Thank You for this video, I so welcome your advice. Thank You so much for sharing. Luv ya!!!!

[@learningwithlola8255]

i love your art you are my fave artist

[@dianamejia1186]

You inspire me a lot and I do have a sketch book but sometimes Im afraid to say we're it's from because of what people are going to think

[@wingyartz8264]

Omg that’s like the best left handed handwriting I’ve ever seen! XD

[@truthseeker4699]

Loved this! So positive! Thanks!

[@mabelschmabel7759]

This was super helpful thank you so much, you have inspired me!!

[@mabelschmabel7759]

Thx for loving my comment!

[@spazyazysart]

These are a neat idea, will have to try them out to!😁😍

[@ummati3765]

Excellent, really appreciated, very nice paint kit, markers, drawings, and also u r very funny 😍

[@jadarosenberg15]

“I’m really bad a drawing noses” *Seconds later* best nose drawing I’ve ever seen!!!!😂😂♥️♥️✨✨

[@thy371]

So I have the ginormous sized sketchbook. I have like 1 sketch in it. I feel pressured about what to fill it in with! I’m really trying to find the time to make a zentengle (idk how to spell it)! awesome video btw

[@aubreydillon4272]

This actually really helped thanks

[@MiraByler]

Yay, glad to hear!

[@alanefideler7234]

Such good ideas! You’re literally the best at ideas for sketchbooks

[@MiraByler]

Thanks!

[@zoeugov9576]

Yes! Finally i find someone left handed like me!

[@B4ll1n]

Thank you this made my day

[@BE_Art]

Mira!!! This is actually super helpful and motivating!

[@MiraByler]

Yay, glad to hear!!

[@stellbz2347]

I remember zentangles! We used to draw them all the time in middle school! 😆💗

[@nyee.q.s608]

I used to binge watch these type of videos, but now it's all about bullet journaling lmao.

[@assat9655]

Omg it was so helpful... I have a ton of sketch books that I don't finish cause I get bored or don't know what to do.😁👌👍🏻

[@AmbiCahira]

Super great tips! You write and paint so pretty! But hey as a fellow leftie, try to re-train yourself to not push on your thumb, you could create a strain or wear and tear in the joint that could cause early pain and even arthritis and that would be such a devastating thing. So try to practice holding a more joint friendly way.

[@monikaramgopal7307]

Hey Miranda...I love all your videos cos your art is so beautuful and I love your personality 😃

[@djihaneben24]

This is amazing and really helpful thank you so much 😊💟💟

[@ashrafuddinfahad5335]

I loved this video 😘😘😘😘😘

[@takajedna6949]

This Video it's awesome! I am speak Polish but I am know English (I think but maybe I must learn more and more :D)

[@queenofgames1293]

Like ur hand writing

[@AnnasDrawingChannel]

I love your videos, Mira! This is really inspiring. I'm just finished a sketchbook and starting a new one. I think it may be my practice sketchbook. :). Love your videos!!

[@artofjessirenee2617]

A SKETCHBOOK VIDEO AAAAAAHHHH HECK YEAH It's so funny that you would upload this now.. my next video is literally about how I've never filled a sketchbook haha 😅

[@hihello-ys5zp]

Omg this heleped me so much thanks!!😀

[@MiraByler]

Yay, happy to hear that!! :D

[@jayaphurailatpam2480]

Awesome ideas!!! Thanks 😁😁😁

[@fangirlsarah9058]

I love you're channel , and this Ved really helped me , I am sure I will my sketch book

[@mariatrapani851]

I ENJOYED THIS VIDEO VERY MUCH. BEAUTIFUL, BYE

[@sophiamazz8911]

I love the zentangle:)

[@graceseptiana9062]

I love your content and your art!

[@रश्मीभार्थ]

7:59 Is it just me or you also like the pink shade?🤨🤨🤔🤔

[@lilbird4873]

That was amazing

[@nickgrayson9277]

Just found ur channel can’t believe I didn’t find it b4

[@MiraByler]

Welcome to the art family!! :)

[@sainart731]

Awes9me videos I was one of ur 100 subscribers and ur channel has grown a looootttt

[@Radioactivestatic]

It's more like a bullet journal but a art one and that's cool

[@loladoesart9935]

AAAAAAAHH! Thank you for this! I just got a strathmore design your own cover sketchbook and im only a few pages into it and im a bit nervous. Im super excited to watch this! :D

[@MiraByler]

Ohh, that sounds like a cool sketchbook!!

[@jeepers6676]

I got a sketchbook and it said it was a5 but it was actually smaller. It was a good sketchbook however the size is an issue so I usually draw on paper

[@TammyTheQueenBee]

Great video and great advice

[@grahamcracker1105]

When i draw in my sketchbook, and i want to fill up a page i would tell myself to be creative and do what first comes to mind, “use different medias in one” “use charcoal” “go crazy all over the page with different colors” literally anything. And sometimes ill think that it might come out bad, but even if it does ill look back to that drawing and ill think about how fun it was to let my creativity get the best of me.