Do you want to try travel sketchbooking? Here’s my favourite supplies for that.
You need something to carry all your supplies in. This backpack isn’t to big and should fit all the supplies in this list.
The Callie Backpack
You’re going to need a pencil to sketch with. I prefer using a mechanical pencil as it means I don’t have to sharpen it.
Koh-I-Noor : Mechanical Clutch Pencil Leadholder for 0.5mm 5035
This paint set has the CMYK colours so you can mix practically any colour
Schmincke : Akademie Gouache : 20ml : Cardboard Set of 5
This box allows you to create your own watercolour pallet. Just add the half pans on this list, fill them up with either watercolour or traditional gouache, let them dry and then you have your own custom palette.
Jackson's : Empty Metal Watercolour Box : Holds 12 Half Pans or 6 Full Pans
Half pan paint cells. Fill them up with watercolour or traditional gouache, let them dry and then add them to the empty box on this list. You then have your own custom paint pallet.
Jackson's : Empty Plastic Pans
Travel brushes aren’t necessary but they’re a space saver
These are my favourite sketchbooks for watercolour and gouache. This is a good size for travel sketchbooks, not to big, not too small. I’ve been through at least 7 of them.
DagouColor Watercolor Sketchbook 5.5x3.5, 2 Pack
A great basic pencil case for travel sketching
Jackson's : Pencil Cases and Rolls
If you want a more eco friendly fine liner, I love my lumos refillable pen.
Lumos Pro - The Infinitely Refillable Pen
The perfect match to the lumos pen.
Fountain Pen Ink - 01 Deep Black
This isn’t essential but if you want to add to your experience then this easel folds down small so it’s easy to carry.
Jackson's : Small Sketching Easel
For travel sketching you don’t want a really big sketchbook. I’ve gone through at least 5 of these.
L'Oeil Mellow Art Watercolor Sketchbook 9x14cm
A ceramic pallet is best for gouache. Just wrap it in some paper towels or thin scarf when you’re packing your bag.
Jackson's : Ceramic Palette : No. 28 5x7 in. and lid
