Discover the joy of keeping an illustrated journal — a creative blend of words, drawings, collage, and paint that captures the beauty of everyday life. No perfection required! This is your personal playground for observation, storytelling, relaxation, and creative exploration.
Some materials will be provided, but feel free to bring:
• Pens (ballpoint, markers, gel pens)
• Colored pencils, crayons, or watercolors
• Paper of any kind — a sketchbook, computer paper, recycled paper bags, etc.
• If you plan to paint, sturdier paper is helpful
• Curiosity, enthusiasm, and a small donation for the Gild if you’re able

Need a sketchbook?
If you’d like us to provide a sketchbook, please pre-register by April 15. Email: artsandcraftsgild@gmail.com
Sketchbooks are $5, and once you register, you’ll receive a return email with a Venmo link for prepayment. Because we will be ordering the books in advance, payment must be received by April 15.

For inspiration, be sure to follow the Arden Arts & Crafts Gild Facebook page, where we’ll be posting a few short intro-to-sketchbooking videos ahead of the event.