Sketching regardless of your artistic ability is a truly magical way to preserve a moment, a place, or a feeling. The act itself is a kind of mindful alchemy: sitting quietly, breathing in the atmosphere, tuning into the sound of the wind, birdsong, or distant chatter. All of it finds its way into the lines and marks you make on paper. It’s not about making a perfect drawing, but about being present fully, intentionally in that space.

Struggling to break free from rigid drawing habits? These three fun techniques—blind contour, upside-down drawing, and using your non-dominant hand—will help you loosen up, improve observation, and boost creativity. Give them a try and see your artwork transform!