A Sketchbook That Doesn’t Ask for Permission

One night in Rome, Caravaggio paused a tavern quarrel just to shift a candle by two finger-widths — the shadow had to fall exactly where he wanted it. That stubborn precision is the essence of courage: a single bold patch of light can build an entire scene.

Did it really happen? It doesn’t matter — what matters is the reminder: art begins with brave decisions. Courage is the foundation of this sketchbook and the hallmark of its owner. Caravaggio wasn’t afraid to hurl the rulebook into orbit; we weren’t afraid to create something that doesn’t fit corporate checkboxes and embarrasses the CEO of a big company. And you — do you have the courage to create something just as unrepeatable?

Each pattern ended up unique, even if I followed a similar style each time. When you buy one of these sketchbooks, you don’t choose the cover—you get a surprise every time.

We’ll thank the executives and accountants now — time for the artists to create!

A sketchbook made by artists for artists. Sketchilla CReative by KovalSketchbooks is a hand-bound, sturdy work companion — with a unique, hand-painted cover (each one different; you receive a random design). The 29×25 cm format welcomes bold compositions and quick notes, and at first glance it says: “this belongs to a true artist.”

One of a kind: hand-painted cover

Did we mention every cover is hand-painted? If not, it’s probably obvious. The pattern never repeats — the style stays consistent, but the composition is one of a kind, like a signature. When you order, you get a surprise: a random design you wear like a badge of taste. Over time the paint, scuffs, and patina will tell the story of your work — and no mass production can fake that character.

Paper? There’s only one king.

Inside you’ll find Arches Aquarelle™ — 100% cotton, traditional mould-made, gelatin-sized, prized by professionals. Choose Hot Pressed (smooth) or Cold Pressed (textured), natural white, original watermarks on random pages, and elegantly deckled edges. It takes pencil, ink, fountain pen, gouache, acrylic and — above all — lots of watercolor.

Original Arches torn edges

For the wonderfully abnormal

It’s a product from outer space — the tribe of wonderfully strange artists loves it, the same people who usually argue over shades of black, and here they speak with one voice: a hit! The first washes flip on the creative flow, meditation slips in right after, and satisfaction arrives faster than the postman with a past-due notice — so don’t pretend you’re not smiling. Prefer to stay safely “normal”? If you want to join those who see more, open the first page and let it carry you away.

Sketchbook:

Sizes - 29x25cm / 11.4x9.8in
Pages  -  56 / 185gsm (90lb)
               36 / 300gsm (140lb)
Binding  -  Handbound, hardcover
Stitches -  Water Resistant, Not Absorbing
Cover  -  hardcover with Kraft Natural paper, handpainted
Enviro  -  Eco Friendly, Ethical Product
Watermarks  -  Yes, original Arches Aquarelle (on random pages, on corner)
Origin  -  Poland, EU
Project  -  Tom Koval

Paper in This Sketchbook:

Brand  -  Arches Aquarelle (Watercolour)™ by Arches France
Quality  -  Best, 100% Cotton, Certified, Artist & Archival Grade, Gelatin Sized
Method  -  Traditional Mould Made
Surface  -  Hot Pressed / Cold Pressed
Weight  -  185gsm (90lb) or 300gsm (140lb)
Shade -  Natural White
Enviro  -  Eco Friendly

Shipping:

-International Post
-DHL & GLS Carrier Available (depends of destination country)
-Eco and Safe Packaging
-Paper Samples Included
-NO Customs Duties