I've painted the beginning. Now it's your turn.

Add one pattern, one line, or one idea at a time and see where it leads.

There isn't a right or wrong way to continue.

An Ongoing Creative Project

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Many people find the blank page intimidating.
That's why I created the Collaborative Sketchbook Project.

Each page begins with a simple watercolor. I paint the first layer, leaving space for you to continue with your own patterns and ideas.

Instead of wondering where to begin, you can simply respond to what's already on the page.

Every finished page becomes a unique collaboration.

— Stacey Renee

Why a Collaborative Sketchbook?

Why a Collaborative Sketchbook?

Looking for Pattern Inspiration?

Feel free to print Watercolor No. 1 several times and try out different patterns.  There are also 3 formats for you to explore. If you'd like more pattern ideas, you can get my free Pocket Pattern Zine.

Free Pocket Pattern Zine

The watercolor is the same.
Every drawing is different.

That's the joy of a Collaborative Sketchbook. Each person brings their own ideas, patterns, and personality to the page.

The watercolor is the same.
Every drawing is different.

That's the joy of a Collaborative Sketchbook. Each person brings their own ideas, patterns, and personality to the page.

Every Page Becomes Something Different

Every Page Becomes Something Different

Would you like to collaborate?

Download a printable version of Watercolor No. 1 and make it your own.

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Free
Download

Download Watercolor No. 1

Thank you for sharing your experience!
Your feedback is helping shape the future of the Collaborative Sketchbook.

Share Your Collaboration

Share Your Collaboration

I'd love to see how you interpreted of Watercolor No. 1.
If you'd like, upload a photo and tell me a little about your experience.

If you enjoyed this experience and would like to learn how to paint your own watercolors, explore mindful drawing, and develop a consistent sketchbook practice, I'd love to welcome you to The Studio.

Inside The Studio you'll explore:

Watercolor for Calm
Mindful Drawing
Sketchbook Exploration
A gentle creative practice built around exploration and curiosity

Learn More

Learn More

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Would you like to create your own watercolor?

More watercolors are already in the works.

Join my email list and I'll let you know when the next collaboration is ready.

More watercolors are already in the works.
Join my email list and I'll let you know when the next collaboration is ready.

This is Collaborative Page No. 1

This is Watercolor No. 1