FILL YOUR SKETCHBOOK
Free Your Art
Discover how to capture landscapes anywhere - from beaches and hills to cafés and car windows.
For years, I didn’t really know what to do with a sketchbook. I’d carry one around, but I’d freeze when I opened it — too much pressure to make something ‘finished’ or ‘good.’
Then I realised something: a sketchbook isn’t about perfection. It’s about capturing moments. A scene, a mood, a flicker of light across a hill.
When I stopped worrying about the final result and started using my sketchbook as a playground, my painting changed. My whole relationship with art changed.
I began sketching everywhere — by the sea, in cafés, even from my car on rainy days. Suddenly, instead of waiting for perfect conditions or a big canvas, I was filling page after page.
And the funny thing?
Those small, messy pages became the foundation for some of my best larger works.
They carried the spark of freshness that you can only get when you’re loose and free.
The sketchbook is freedom.
It’s addictive in the best way.
And once you start, you’ll never leave home without one.
The Simple Way To Create Landscape Sketches
Step-by-step lessons that take the uncertainty out of sketchbooks and turn them into your most creative tool.
The Landscape Sketchbook Course is designed to take the uncertainty out of sketching outdoors and give you a simple, repeatable process for filling your pages with confidence.
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Mix natural, believable greens for landscapes (no more harsh tube greens)
✔️ Use wet-into-wet techniques for skies, hills, and reflections
✔️ Master perspective with horizon lines and vanishing points (made simple)
✔️ Spot and paint the light first so your sketches feel alive
✔️ Build scenes step-by-step — from harbours and beaches to rolling hills and cafés
This isn’t about making “perfect” art. It’s about creating freely, capturing the world around you, and building the skills that will carry into every painting you do.
Whether you’ve struggled to keep a sketchbook going, or you’ve never known how to start, this course gives you the structure, the demonstrations, and the encouragement to finally make it a daily, joyful habit.
By the end, you’ll not only have a stack of filled pages — you’ll have the confidence to sketch anywhere, anytime.
👉 Join today and unlock the freedom of the sketchbook.
TESTIMONIALS
What Students Say About My Courses
*PS YES THEY ARE GENUINE 5 STARS
One of the better, if not the best water colour intro courses. Thank you 😊 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“ Never in a million years did I think I would be able to achieve art like this…. But Sebastian’s courses made it happen.
I did the Freedom with Watercolour and Sketchbook courses and both taught me techniques that I use in most of my art now! His instructions are clear but easygoing…. No pressure to get it perfect. And there are many nuggets of gold in each of his tutorials! I will revisit these courses again and again, I am sure!
Great courses…. accessible, effective instructions by a wonderful teacher!The courses changed everything. I suddenly understood watercolour .
The courses changed everything. I suddenly understood watercolour ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Always very well prepared with humour and expertise. His posts encourage those who have never done painting outdoors to give it a try. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I was very pleased with the techniques you taught and the depths I achieved, with the sky and trees, overall I am amazed how the painting came out thus far. I've hesitated finishing, I don't want to mess it up. But I could always paint another. I guess it's just lack of confidence. Loved the course, and thank you for sharing your skill and knowledge with us! WsW ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Sebastian’s intro course is phenomenal. I had done other intro courses, but this one is different. Sebastian shows his technique for that first background wash. Learning this technique allows the colors to mix and blend resulting in a beautiful loose background. This technique will make all the difference in creating a beautiful painting. Sebastian shows you so many great secrets that will make you love watercolor if you don’t already! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great tuition for starting plein air painting, for the new watercolourist or experienced painter to paint an evocative landscape that represents the spirit and an individuals sense of a location.
Sebastian’s class was an excellent experience for me. I am experienced with watercolor but found new techniques to add to my arsenal. His explanations were clear, his demonstrations easy to follow. I especially enjoyed him going from a Plein Air sketch to a studio painting, teaching all the techniques along the way. I would not hesitate to take another class from Sebastian."
Wonderfully relaxed style, leaving you feeling properly inspired and ready to give it a go! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Whatever watercolour course Sebastian offers, the quality and learning effect are excellent and long-lasting. Whether it's an online course or an on-site seminar, it's definitely worth it.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The course gave me a new perspective on painting with watercolor. It also helped me to learn how to loosen up and let the paint do what it wanted to do without trying to control everything. I’m learning to appreciate more the spontaneity of watercolor. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great intro to watercolor. Supplies and techniques. And your style comes thru too which is why i am enjoying it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thoroughly enjoyed the content and presentation. The thought process is great as well.. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
What's included:
- Mix natural, believable greens for landscapes (no more harsh tube greens)
- Use wet-into-wet techniques for skies, hills, and reflections
- Master perspective with horizon lines and vanishing points (made simple)
- Spot and paint the light first so your sketches feel alive
- Build scenes step-by-step — from harbours and beaches to rolling hills and cafés
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Develop the confidence to sketch anywhere, anytime
This course gives you the freedom to capture the world around you with loose, expressive sketches that feel alive.
You're getting:
✓ 8 comprehensive video lessons
✓ Lifetime access to all video lessons
✓ Watch at your own pace on any device
✓ Downloadable resources and reference materials
✓ Future updates added free
Some images from the Sketchbook Course
This is just some of what we will be getting up to.
Harbour Sketch Demo
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Happy to be with you at the beach
A trip to the countryside
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Going through the gear
Wind swept
Finished beach sketch
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Some urban sketching
WONDERING A FEW THINGS? I GOT YOU COVERED!
Frequently Asked Questions
These are the most common questions asked about the courses.
Are they different from the Intro and the Plein Air courses?
Yes, and it compliments them perfectly. Not only am I showing you the right materials and gear for strictly sketchbook work, but I'm giving you a boost when you try the intro and plein air course. They're the perfect triad!
How long is it?
There are over 20 videos amounting to over 4 hours watch time. Of course, the actual practical time will add to that, depending on you.
What topics do the courses cover?
Across both courses, you’ll learn how to confidently paint landscapes, towns, and everyday scenes directly into your sketchbook.
Some of the key topics include:
• Simplifying complex scenes
• Capturing light and atmosphere
• Urban sketching techniques
• Painting coastal and landscape scenes
• Working quickly and loosely in watercolor
• Composition and storytelling in your paintings
• Building a consistent sketchbook practice
The goal of the bundle is to help you feel more confident painting on location or from reference, and to develop a sketchbook habit that keeps your creativity flowing.
Are there any prerequisites for the course?
No — there are no strict prerequisites.
The courses are designed to be accessible to beginners while still offering plenty of value for more experienced painters.
If you already have some basic familiarity with watercolor, you’ll be able to jump straight in, but I explain my process step-by-step so you can easily follow along.
If you are completely new to watercolor, my Intro Course is a great place to start, but many students begin with these courses and do just fine.
The focus is on helping you build confidence, develop your sketchbook practice, and enjoy painting more regularly.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes, I offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Do I need Wi-Fi to watch the course?
Yes, as I don't want people to illegally download and share, it is Wi-Fi only.
Will Sebastian be free to critique?
As he leads a busy life with his family, he is always looking for time to be outside and painting, saving his critiques for his mentorships and live workshops and retreats. But having said that, he often pops into the Freedom With Watercolor Facebook page to check out people's work from the course!
Is this a re-occuring payment?
No. This is a one off payment. Not a subscription
Will Sebastian be free to critique?
As he leads a busy life with his family, he is always looking for time to be outside and painting, saving his critiques for his mentorships and live workshops and retreats. But having said that, he often pops into the Freedom With Watercolor Facebook page to check out people's work from the course!
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Not for this one, but I would love to see your work and share it on instgram if you tag me. Much better than a certificate!
No More Empty Sketchbooks
Learn to paint landscapes loosely, freely, and with
confidence - and never stare at a blank page again.
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