✷ Sketchbook Tour ✷ 2018-2020

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When I said I get 6,000 comments a day asking for sketchbook tours... that was an exaggeration but you get the point. I hope you like the video. I don't always love filming these honestly but it makes me happy that you guys seem to really like em. AND THAT'S the real talk.
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Leigh Ellexson
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[@irina.kipnis]

In the words of my 8 year old daughter, "she can do whatever she wants here, it's her channel!" Thanks for sharing your sketchbook. Keep 'em coming.

[@LeighEllexson]

LOVE THIS

[@hanaeve__]

Awwww!

[@ChiseledDiamond]

Truly a wise little lady!

[@furrylittlepeach]

You are utterly divine.

[@LeighEllexson]

furrylittlepeach ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Kaspaara]

I heartily approve of this comment!

[@chelseadraws4204]

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[@JacquelinDeleonart]

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who takes two years for a sketchbook! It was so cute seeing the Future painting you did again!! I love it soooooo much! I also get so overwhelmed trying to paint outside, like I forget what light and color is completely :( omg those black cats at the end are amazing thanks for sharing!

[@LeighEllexson]

JacquelinDeleon I’ll always love the Future painting ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@masojjest]

I would pay to see a Ghibli film entirely animated in your style

[@grrgrr069]

One already exists in a similar style.

[@masojjest]

@@grrgrr069 fr :0

[@needledbugs]

@@grrgrr069 which one

[@Andyxcrm]

@@grrgrr069 which one please

[@EveBolt]

I'll forever be in awe and puzzled by people who have all pretty pages in their sketchbooks. (You know what I mean). Mine are a bunch of scribbles and a billion faces in the same angle 😅

[@Jeleejelee_]

Eve Bolt - Art & Cats I love when the spreads link together and flow 💓

[@lolasilver95]

in my deffense i have the "sure, i can show you my art" sketchbook and the "no one will ever withness you existed dear sketchbook" sketchbook

[@ebsfxxedits1038]

Aha same

[@ebsfxxedits1038]

@@lolasilver95 I should probably do that lol

[@caitlinsmith6869]

The cows at 1:23 are literally the cutest thing ever ahhh

[@jbeoin]

Fellow artist, so I totally feel you on the not loving everything in our sketchbooks, but omfg, I love every page in here 😍

[@chronicfish]

*You've mentioned Strathmore mixed media sketchbooks being your favorite, several times. Recently I thought, what the heck...let's try one out..see what all the fuss is about. I NOW UNDERSTAND. ♥ (your sketchbook tour was divine, btw).*

[@LeighEllexson]

chronicfish yo, it’s the best!!!!

[@advaitsingh8074]

chronicfish Is it really good for mixed media? I am lookin for a sketchbook.

[@chronicfish]

@@advaitsingh8074 it is

[@advaitsingh8074]

chronicfish thx!

[@ebsfxxedits1038]

Oml I’ve been looking for a suitable sketchbook for a while. Like, since last year. I wanna try out alcohol markers but my current sketchbook can’t hold them. And my watercolour is kinda hard to blend.

[@henry2912]

the real question is, how does anyone NOT have a million unfinished sketchbooks lying around?? it might just be my art supply addiction talking but there’s nothing better in this whole darn plane of existence than getting a brand-new sketchbook in the mail and NO ONE can convince me otherwise😤✨ anyways, this video really helped with my art block! out of all the sketchbook tours i’ve seen, yours always motivate me the most

[@LeighEllexson]

sera I have more unfinished sketchbook than the three I’ve been working on, but I don’t like the actual sketchbook... like the paper/binding/feel of them. I decided to only finish my strathmore ones for now! 😇✨✨✨

[@leighannenight]

I do get weirded out when I paint outside. Painting en plein air is weird for me because live reference has real depth and that hurts my brain after using reference from photos.

[@alittlefella985]

D: but I loved the one you didn't like most, and also the loose ones with the Halloween cats in the back!! I want those as stickers so bad haha

[@bexsee]

Same! The page turned and I instantly said WOW out loud, then Leigh said it was her least favourite!

[@paige1521]

i watched one of your older sketchbook tours just a few days ago and you’ve improved so much!! i’m so proud of u and you’ve really inspired me ever since i was young!!

[@LeighEllexson]

Paige this made me go and look at one of old sketchbook tour videos hahah you’re right I didn’t realize how much my work has changed 😅

[@KiquyPham]

Your sketchbook is so inspiring! Thanks for sharing 💓

[@Pinkpeonysss]

I personally really enjoy sketchbook tours that avoid a narrative formula. I mean, I'll still watch them, I watch every sketchbook tour that is ever suggested to me by YT. But I have a harder time focusing on the ones that just tell you what is on the page. This sketchbook tour is as much for you as it is for the audience. You have the spotlight to reflect on the techniques you used...what you hoped to work on, what you worked on instead, what you learned, what you didn't care for. Where you were when you drew certain things (physically and maybe even mentally). When you go through a sketchbook and describe your personal journey through it, I think that's what really hooks people in. it doesn't have to be super personal either! I've watched some were people tell stories of a time in their life, and some where they just crack jokes about their art. But most importantly, make these tours just as much about your experience while doing the videos

[@Burning0Lilac]

I love your art! It makes me feel so happy and light hearted to see it ❤️. I hope one day you delve into animation b/c I feel like your style would lend itself rly well to expression and movement.

[@kashfiahare3190]

Dear Leigh. Your sketchbook tours are fun and enjoyable to watch. The commentary is just fine, don’t worry about it. I’ve watched this three times already! Thank you 😊

[@judyconsilio8853]

You have incredible light in your studio. I feel like that is the ideal setting , and that it complements your vibe. I would love to take that sketchbook outdoors on a beautiful day in May and just gaze at the pages . . the images are so serene.

[@limjean7324]

I think this is one of the best sketchbook tours , you go through it at the right speed which is not too slow

[@erincarr9411]

I love your mark making. And your swatches of color.

[@melaniebadger6221]

oh happy day! Your videos are the best. Love the sketchbook tour and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Halloween cat scream painting.

[@julesart5257]

I absolutely love your art style

[@dxxy]

love those black cats! 💖

[@nicholewade8233]

I love the little inktober bunny! So adorable! :)

[@papercuervo3426]

The color pallettes you pick are always so perfect 💕

[@misstessamaye]

Okay but your voiceovers are my favorite? Love this

[@ArtbyTuna]

I've been feeling super burnt out lately, but seeing your work makes me want to pick up paints and get creative!! so inspiring, thank you for sharing this leigh!

[@threedogsinatrenchcoat6336]

Your art style is literally the best one I have ever seen. The way its both realistic and not its very playful and makes me happy. Keep up the great work!

[@nikking5532]

I love the colours you use, they're so harmonised

[@spotted3star]

the corgi and the two halloween pics are probably my favourites, also the lil chub bird, reminds me of when my bird gets all short and fat when she's sleepy.

[@LeighEllexson]

spotted3star I love when my bird gets all chubby like that too

[@spotted3star]

Leigh Ellexson they’re so cute that way 😍

[@elysesimpson3999]

The black ink with that warm marigold yellow is such a beautiful combination. Loved this video ✨

[@denzeez7849]

I like how you aren’t like other KZbinrs and you don’t say mean things about your drawings. 😄❤️

[@curiousorigins]

Those hand twirls are exactly what I do, anytime I show anybody anything. I think I watched too much “The Price is Right” when I was little. 😂 I tend to abandon sketchbooks too. Though usually it’s because I like what’s going on in it and I don’t want to ruin it. 😂 I liked pretty much everything on there all bright and colorful. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@lu8201]

I love the red panda drawing xo💜💜 cute little otter xx I love the little nature scenes. Love your sketchbook tours. Much love

[@valery9178]

everything in this sketchbook is so cute and pretty, made me happy :)

[@michellefehrman1994]

Loved the pure black and whites especially of Toadie 😍😭. I can't get enough of your style

[@juliathen1344]

Loved your comments / sharing your thoughts about your work! And you're so right about being proud of that donkey, he's the cutest everrrrr. 🤯🧡💛

[@briannab.3368]

Toadie is too adorableee!!!🥰

[@sugarcandy654]

Inspired me to draw in my own sketchbook, your art is simply gorgeous even the ones you aren't happy with are just 💕

[@paigieinu1988]

your cat drawings = ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE

[@Liz-lk1tl]

the mint and pink tiger is absolutely beautiful! I love the color choices

[@EriAikawadiary]

This inspired me to actually finish my sketchbook and film a sketchbook tour✨I’m really slow when it comes to finishing a sketchbook💦 Really love your color scheme btw💕 love from Japan 🇯🇵 レイさんのスケッチブックはすごく素敵です💖✨

[@LeighEllexson]

Eri Aikawa I LOVE looking at other people’s sketchbook I really need to watch more tours

[@KatieMai]

i’ve had the same strathmore blank sketchbook sitting on my desk and you just inspired me to start it!

[@michellemeyer1214]

I’m so happy that I’m not the only artist that doesn’t finish my sketch books. It’s a sick addiction of ALL art supplies. And I think your sketch book is fabulous!

[@soniadiaz7424]

I’m a simple girl I see good art, I subscribe 😌

[@victoriacordova1483]

I love your sketchbook tours 💕

[@xenlithkayo2221]

Your use of color honestly is what I hope to be. I feel like every pallet you make is just so beautiful and gives such a good vibe

[@ghostroseart]

Nailed it! Love the commentary...ALSO the black cat with the leaves/forest/foliage Inktober from this year is absolutely stunning! Your instinct for composition always blows my mind. Anyway, thank you for sharing BYEEE!!!

[@missylou_art8741]

Just found your channel and I love your art work and the videos. It's so fun seeing different styles. I was watching this and thinking your art has a bit of a 50's-60's illustration vibe. love it!

[@ellstration]

Thank you Leigh! The wild boar babies are so precious. ... whispers: "landscape/building zine".

[@silvipeppers]

the way you handle color and texture is INSANE!! you're a huge inspiration, thank you for sharing your sketchbook and for the idea that you can make prints out of the work that comes directly of it. it's really reassuring to know that a good piece doesn't have to come from really stressing drawing session … idk if i'm explaining myself properly but holy hell. your work is gorgeous

[@LeighEllexson]

Silvi makes total sense!!! I love how comfy I feel in my sketchbook. Even though I want to make something “good” I don’t feel as much pressure when making a loose drawing or painting. 💯

[@kelleneellexson1962]

I liked everything. I love the Halloween ones. Oh...and the outdoor uncomfortable painting....👍👍👍

[@icedtea7044]

After watching this video I was like: I’m gonna draw some cats now because I saw Leigh draw some adorable ones. YOUR CAT DRAWINGS ARE SO CUTEEEE ♡︎♡︎♡︎

[@DrFjords]

That fawn you didn’t like is so cute!! I love her

[@emil9197]

LOVE the cats on the third page, so adorable

[@zahncl9609]

Your art makes me happy❤️

[@meldixon1918]

Love the font of the text bits! ( and your sketchbook tour thanks for doing it!!!)

[@letsgetarty]

This whole sketchbook is so beautiful! And there's so many amazing drawings in it that we've never seen! I'm honestly waiting for the day you create a big ol' artist book out of pages from all your sketchbooks 😁 I'd love that. And don't worry about commentary, you could upload a sketchbook tour without one and it'll still be just as good 💕 Can't wait for the next ones.

[@ferrisueller4445]

I have the same mindset with sketchbooks! If I don't like the beginning of it or where it's going I start over.. and so many artists suggest just letting sketchbooks be messy with bad art, but I can't live like that, I need to fix it all and cover things up that I don't like, or just rip the page out entirely .

[@xicitaxicana2389]

I always look forward to your videos 💖💖

[@MrsQuam]

MinnieSmall tried the same “fill all my old sketchbooks” challenge! Such a great idea! Hey how do you draw/write on top of what you’ve filmed? I loved the “YEAH.” and the texture of your primary colored “YES”! Even your writing has beautiful texture. :)

[@kathyhackney7950]

They also have a hardbound. I also love this sketchbook and have the very same one but I'm getting the hardbound next time. My cover was ruined before I ever even used it bc it's so delicate and I throw it in my bag

[@cherrymetoo]

Love your paintings so much! thank you for sharing ❤

[@sophynixon]

So much cuteness in one sketchbook! Beautiful work as always, Leigh ❤️🥰

[@user-vi2ln7lm2f]

The vibes in your art really speak to me... it made me smile! It made me really happy when I saw it, thank you

[@sandyarthur2516]

It’s amazing watching this...because as an artist, I’m always critical of my works and people criticize ME for being self critical! Haha 😂 so I appreciate you being like “yeah I retired it, I got tired of it!”

[@ClocheCraftandRelics]

Omg that jack-o'-lantern kitty!

[@user-ow1tu8db3t]

I love your tour so much!!!!!!!!

[@kagehina2115]

I honestly love all of the content you make! I think my favorite part was the bird and ducks so far 😊

[@andressasilva6759]

Hey !! I'm brazilian and i'm new here,on your channel.I love so much.❤🇧🇷

[@91shmoo]

Mate, I love those red river gorge paintings/drawings! I can relate to the panic of outdoor painting but I think you nailed it. In fact you’ve inspired me to do some outside nature painting today WOOP. Thanks for the tour x

[@Tiinea90]

I have been looking at some sketchbook tours for some inspiration and did not feel inspired, almost gave up going back to Pinterest and then I find your video. I have been pinning your pictures on Pinterest for a long time, so happy to see who is behind all this. Like your way of working with colors and all animals are super cute.

[@kimberlyjeffers1623]

I panic drawing outside too. I stopped walking with too much stuff so I could not worry about colour. Been using pastels lately because I want Colour but too lazy for watercolour so it’s this kinda struggle. Hoping to overcome this drama this year by drawing everywhere I go

[@ArtfulShelley]

Favorite KZbin artist ( + Frannerd). ❤ your adorable awkwardness, style, sense of humor, and music. Gold star ✪

[@hongciawei91]

have watched it for few times, and I still like it! love your video Leigh! :)

[@RischaHeape]

Loved it! And it helped me walk an extra 10 minutes on my treadmill, so thanks. :)

[@gooddollie]

Loved the sketchbook tour! I paint over my pages all the time.

[@andreatorraca8755]

Awww love the baby donkey.....

[@meghanbird4147]

I love your style!! It's so pretty and the colors in it are beautiful! :)

[@pphafidtl]

I love your color choices and pairings so much

[@pphafidtl]

Also i cant wait to try that strathmore mixed media sketchbook i like having a mixed media sketchbook but i also love sewn-bound instead of spiral bound and that cover looks satisfying to touch

[@puppycattango]

I love the art style. Not an artist so I don't know fancy-schmancy art words but it's beautiful

[@haikino]

love watching your sketchbook tours! i find these so inspiring to watch and all your color selections and combinations are so gorgeous

[@desireeuvalle9753]

I love seeing actual talent on KZbin! 🤩

[@riyanjinssi8264]

the first sketchbook that i ever finish (bc i mostly left my sketchbooks unfinished lol) took me almost 4yrs to complete >.< btw, i enjoyed this sketchbook tour and i love your arts

[@sarahowell832]

Hey leah, I really love your sketchbook tours. I find it super hard to look back on my work. Part of what makes it a little easier for me is picking out details that I like, even if I hate to composition. Thanks for posting btw :)

[@kellym7667]

I've been waiting for another sketchbook tour from you for like forever now and I'm so happy that you posted one!

[@scrapfie2830]

The cutest sketchbook i’ve ever seen!!!!

[@Bramblestorm12Gaming]

When you were talking about not wanting to work in a sketchbook when you don't vibe with it, I REALLY felt that, because it's exactly how I'm feeling about my current sketchbook, but my mom isn't getting me a new one cuz she doesn't understand cuz I couldn't put that feeling into words before I heard you say it

[@otterystchocolat9071]

Even your least favorite pieces are awesome. I love your work, you've inspired me. :D I must use more colors and I must draw more cute animals.

[@maggiemae3825]

I love your “vibe.” 😘

[@meganslater5421]

Your sketchbook tour was wonderful. I adore all the pictures of the different animals. They are so cute!

[@_Vorname_Nachname_]

I really love your artstyle

[@moonspiritartbycindyhill1084]

I love how you sketch animals

[@pewpewcat7679]

And here I sit, staring at my gessoed canvas. Just blank. I've been so depressed lately I'm just blank. But I want to paint or draw to get out of the depression but sitting there not being able to do anything is just making me feel worse. Wtf. Screwed either way it seems. Your art is beautiful. I'd say inspiring but that is lost on me at the moment. I'll definitely keep you in my playlist and come back to this one day when the "blockage" has lifted

[@rachelthompson7487]

Beautiful sketch book 🤩

[@sarcasmandfoxes]

I was just watching your videos while doing my bullet journal :D The pain of working through a sketchbook that you just don't like is truly a struggle but hey you did it! Always a good day when you upload! Hope your 2020 is going well! ^.^

[@lamureon]

love your art so much :) also it's so interesting to see your style change. and the cuteness still :D tigers omg 🐅 also I guess the commentary was how it always is in tours? I liked it, it was chill and relatable :)

[@AmyGiglio7683]

I have the exact opposite problem lol.... too many things to say! I feel like there is a lot you can talk about: what inspired you? what materials did you use? what do you like about it? what you don't like about it? what works? what doesn't work? what were you trying to achieve? Was it just for practice? Or more serious? What did you learn from it? Why did you choose that subject or medium or style? Other random things you associate with the subject or the experience of creating that piece of art? What would you improve next time? If you were to paint it again, what would you do differently? How do you feel about having completed your sketchbook? Why did you decide to fill up all of your old/partially filled sketchbooks? I could keep going but I doubt anyone is going to read all this lol. Hope it helps!

[@ebsfxxedits1038]

Replying so I can get notified of this comment 💓

[@lisarae7823]

This was wonderful to watch! :) I strive to make my sketchbooks cohesive, too..but it is so so hard when I stop liking the direction. So I totally felt that when you said it.

[@Whatpaigeisit]

Looooving the Halloween cats at the end! You're definitely giving me ideas to cover up pages I don't like in my sketchbook 🤓

[@ev5511]

ily, youve been inspiring me to draw since i was 12 and i just came back to your channel. youre the best :)