Drawing & Sketching

Practice your skills and create wonderful works of art with sketchbooks and paper pads from Hobby Lobby. Every artist needs a companion to carry with them for whenever inspiration strikes. Our selection of sketch pads is perfect for making your visions into reality. Use them to put ideas on paper, hone your techniques, or even just to doodle and pass the time. A sketchbook is an essential tool for any artist. They are perfect for experimenting with ideas and creating rough drafts. Use them to test out a variety of mediums, like charcoal, graphite, and pastels, and find out what you like. While sketchbooks are for improving your skills and playing with ideas, drawing pads are meant for creating finished pieces. They are usually made from sheets of drawing paper, which are heavier and of higher quality than sketch paper. Whether you’re interested in sketching or drawing, our selection features a variety of bindings, covers, and paper types for you to choose from. A leather sketchbook offers a stylish look perfect for that classic artist aesthetic, while a wire-bound one gives off a more modern vibe. If you’re interested in working with pen and ink, a smooth Bristol sketchbook is perfect for markers, airbrushes, and mechanical pencils. Because of its smooth texture, this type of Bristol allows for fine lines and detail drawing. Vellum Bristol paper has more texture, making it good for graphite, crayon, and other dry mediums. Use it for artwork where shading and deep tones are important. Sketchbooks and paper pads are essential drawing supplies for every aspiring artist. Whether you’re getting one for yourself or for a creative loved one, search here to find the perfect blank book for drawing!