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Make (Sneaky) Art

and other ideas to build your sketchbook habit
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Quickly capture moments and people with simple drawings, while building a lifelong habit of mindful creativity. Make (Sneaky) Art by Nishant Jain, The Sneaky Artist, is more than just a guide to sketching—it's a philosophy for capturing the world around you with subtlety, mindfulness, and minimalism.... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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Make (Sneaky) Art

Make (Sneaky) Art by Nishant Jain introduces the art of "sneaky sketching," quickly capturing moments and people with minimal lines and offering an inspiring path to mindful creativity.

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Quickly capture moments and people with simple drawings, while building a lifelong habit of mindful creativity.

Make (Sneaky) Art by Nishant Jain, The Sneaky Artist, is more than just a guide to sketching—it's a philosophy for capturing the world around you with subtlety, mindfulness, and minimalism. After moving from India to the United States, Nishant began sketching as a way to feel at home in new surroundings, eventually making the leap from neuroscience student to full-time artist. In this book, he shares his journey and the techniques he's developed, encouraging readers to embrace the art of "sneaky sketching"—drawing people, landscapes, and cityscapes with minimal lines, focusing on capturing the essence of fleeting moments.

Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, Make (Sneaky) Art teaches you to sketch with confidence, find beauty in simplicity, and cultivate a creative habit that fits seamlessly into your everyday life.

Inside, you'll find:

  • Simple techniques for quick, minimal sketches: Learn to capture people, places, and scenes with just a few lines.
  • Insights on mindfulness and observation: Discover the value of drawing quietly and observing the world without distraction.
  • Encouragement to develop a creative habit: Tips for integrating sketching into your daily routine, wherever you are.

With Make (Sneaky) Art, you'll discover how small, intentional sketches can bring greater joy and mindfulness to your life, one drawing at a time.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780760394199

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 September 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Quarry Books

Illustration: Approximately 250 images

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 322g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Nishant Jain, also known as The Sneaky Artist, is an artist, writer, and former neuroscience student who left his PhD program to pursue art and writing full-time. His unique approach to "sneaky sketching" has resonated with fans around the world, inspiring them to capture their surroundings quietly and authentically. Through his workshops, newsletter, SneakyArt podcast, and social media, Nishant shares his love for observing and documenting life in real time, encouraging artists to embrace simplicity and find joy in small, daily sketches.Instagram: @thesneakyartistWebsite: sneakyartist.com

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