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 A most delicious notebook January 2, 2009
Autumn N. Empire (Maine, USA)
33 out of 34 found this review helpful
I use the Moleskine Sketchbook as a journal. I often like to adhere mementos to the pages, as well as draw diagrams and sketches, so I prefer the unlined, archival pages. Additionally, I am a bit touchy about ink showing through the back of the page, and find the thick pages of the sketchbook adequate for even a fine Sharpie. The pocket at the back is handy for odd receipts and such, and the elastic keeps larger notes in place. Also, I admit I get a cheap OCD thrill from the uniform line of perfect black books on the bookcase. And they smell divine.
Great little sketchbook February 19, 2009
Jeanne Shiels (Eureka, CA)
22 out of 23 found this review helpful
The Moleskine sketchbook is a pleasure to draw in. It has very heavy, creamy smooth paper, much heavier than the Moleskine blank journal. The paper takes all dry media (pens, graphite, charcoal, pastels) well with no bleed through on pens and markers. There is some bleed through on drawing ink. If you want to use wet media, get the Moleskine watercolor sketchbook instead.
Wow, this is the best! February 18, 2009
Margot Fargot (Florida, USA)
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
I am an illustrator, so sketching is a daily need for me. I always batted with sketchbooks because they felt as sturdy as napkins and just as useless when it comes to archiving. Even the heavy grade more expensive ones felt either TOO thick and textured for graphite and ink or just flimsy and overpriced. I had to use bristol board notebooks for a long time (which was expensive) because I just could not find the right balance. All I have to say it - holy cow, this is THE BEST sketchbook I have ever owned.
The paper is thick, poster like (very close to thin bristol board actually) and a very soft beige color. It is, thank God, untextured - very smooth yet holds on to ink perfectly. The thickness allows you to use soft traces of watercolor and diluted ink without a lot of bending. (If you want to go heavier with liquids I suggest you purchase the Moleskine Watercolor Notebook. http://www.amazon.com/Moleskine-Watercolor-Notebook-Large/dp/8883705629/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1234943712&sr=8-1 )
The pages are just large enough to give you good room yet small enough so the book is portable. The book bends far enough past the first 2 pages so you can actually draw across the pages. I use my book front to back not leaving one sheet uncovered and can draw horizontal landscapes thanks to the ability to use 2 pages at once. There is a small pocket on the back to store small sheets of paper and random things you might find while wandering the streets looking for inspiration. The hard cover is very thick and sturdy plus it has so many pages for this low low price. You can't beat it.
My only regret is not having owned one sooner! I will never go back to other brands. Now if only they made larger sizes... :)
THE Sketchbook Preferred Worldwide February 2, 2009
Alana (San Diego, CA USA)
15 out of 17 found this review helpful
As a designer, needless to say I sketch a lot. Inspiration is found everywhere around me and this sized Moleskine notebook is incredible to carry around.
How so? It's lightweight, the cover is great, the band to keep it closed is a lifesaver for keeping my pages clean & flat, the stock is wonderful for sketching in, and I use the folder inside on the back page to keep plane tickets, foreign currencies, and whatever else I find inspiring. A very famous designer first introduced me to these notebooks and told me he used nothing else. I bought my first one 3 years ago and never looked back.
Also, if you are traveling and are seeking a travel journal- the Moleskin travel journals are incredible. They have maps, locations, linguistics, sketch pages, lined pages, a folder and more... Moleskine City Notebook Paris (Moleskine City Pocket Book)
These notebooks were the legendary notebook used for the past two centuries by great artists and thinkers, including Van Gogh, Picasso, Hemingway and Chatwin... and hopefully by you soon. You won't regret it.
What Can I Say?!! January 11, 2009
Tracee Jones (Iowa, USA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
What can I say? This is the be it all/end all of sketchbooks. If you are an artist, the awesome pages will accept lots of mixed media as long as you don't add too much water. An added plus is the fact that as you work along in your book, and your book becomes thicker and thicker (and as an artist, don't you just LOVE that!) there is a handy dandy strap to keep it all contained! Not to mention the lovely Moleskine pocket in the back to collect all that ephemera that you are going to put into your journal/sketchbook!! It's just divine. That's the only word for it. Divine.
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