Hopeless Ramentic
I got this sketchbook from a group buy on Reddit from India. I really like this paper. It handles a lot of different media really well. However, I got into a few really good streaks of drawing and it became difficult to finish due to internal pressure.
Page Count: 96
Paper: Sugarcane pulp, cream colored
Book Size: B5
Extra Notes: I love this paper! It crinkles so nicely when I put on a layer of watercolor. I have 4 more of this sketchbook and am looking forward to using them.
Sampling of Pages
Tools Used
Mostly fudes.
The pens glide wonderfully on them.
Pens Used
| Pen | Ink |
|---|---|
| Sailor Fude de Mannen (40 deg) | Organic Studios Santiago Sea |
| Pilot Parallel 4.5mm | Diamine Ancient Copper |
| Sailor Fude de Mannen (55 deg) | Pilot Iroshizuku Momiji |
| Lamy 1.9 mm | Diamine Safari |
| Pilot Parallel 4.5mm | Pilot Iroshizuku Yamabudo |
| Sailor Fude de Mannen (40 deg) | Organic Studios Nitrogen |
| Koh I Noor Magic Pencil | Original |
| Sailor Fude de Mannen (40 deg) | PenBBS Black Bread |
Pens Emptied
| Pen | Ink |
|---|---|
| Sailor Fude de Mannen (40 deg) | Organic Studios Nitrogen |
Final Thoughts
I started this sketchbook back in June, 2022. It was the first time I started a large sized sketchbook and taking it seriously. It was a really good place to practice drawing big and using brush pens. Also it was a good place to try some faux Chinese brush painting with minimal setup.
Unfortunately I ran out of steam around October and abandoned it.