A5 Naked Companion – One-Handed Portable Sketching Board
A5 Naked Companion – One-Handed Portable Sketching Board
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A5 appx 6x8 inches
Sketch anywhere, effortlessly.
The JustGoSketching Companion is a one-handed portable sketching board designed and handmade in Cornwall for artists who love to sketch on the go.
Created to solve the problem of juggling sketchbooks, paints, and water while standing or moving, this compact sketching companion allows your entire kit to be held in one hand, leaving the other free to draw or paint. It’s ideal for plein air painting, travel sketching, urban sketching, and outdoor studies.
The A5 JustGoSketching Naked Companion is a portable travel sketching board designed for A5 sketchbooks and journals.
Striped to the basics with Scandinavian birch ply, matt-varnished, featuring plain magnets and a stainless-steel water pot.
A magnetic system to hold metal accessories securely, it’s a versatile setup for sketching and painting anywhere.
USA tariffs included
✅ A5 size for comfortable sketching space
✅ Magnetic palette + water pot holding
✅ Includes clips
✅ Metal discs for non-metal palettes
Please note: Paints, pens, brushes, palettes and sketchbooks are not included.
Features
✔ One-handed sketching design
✔ Portable and lightweight
✔ Secure magnetic watercolour tin holder
✔ Easy to pick up and put down instantly
✔ Handmade in Cornwall, UK
✔ Designed for sketching in public and on location
Perfect For
Watercolour artists
Urban sketchers
Plein air painters
Travel sketching
Art students
Gifts for artists
*Not suitable for ringbound books*
There’s no setup, no balancing, and no unpacking — pick it up, sketch, and move on.
Designed by an artist, for artists, the JustGoSketching Companion supports spontaneous creativity wherever inspiration strikes.
Handmade in Cornwall
Each JustGoSketching Companion is individually handmade by me in Cornwall, with attention to detail, comfort, and real-world usability for artists of all levels.
Features
- One-handed sketching: total freedom while drawing
- Portable & lightweight: perfect for travel or plein air
- Magnetic watercolour holder: keeps paints stable
- Handmade in Cornwall: quality and care in every detail
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What's in the Box
Birch Plywood sketching board
Stainless steel water pot
Clips
(Paints or tins not included unless stated)
Who's it for
Plein air painters
Urban sketchers
Travel sketching
Art students and professionals
Handmade gifts for artists
Materials
- birch Plywood · Stainless steel · High-strength magnets
FAQ's
1. What is the Just | GoSketching Companion?
A handmade, one-handed sketching board designed for artists on the move.
2. How do the magnets work?
Powerful integrated magnets keep your watercolour tin secure while you sketch.
3. Is it comfortable to hold?
Yes! Lightweight plywood and soft vegan leather grip make it easy to hold for long periods.
4. Can I use other paints?
It’s primarily designed for watercolours, but works with pencils, pens, and light ink tools.
5. Shipping & Delivery
UK: 3–7 business days
Europe: 7–14 business days
Worldwide: 10–21 business days
Customs delays may occur internationally.
6. Returns & Exchanges
14-day returns policy, item must be unused & in original packaging
Buyer pays return shipping unless the item is faulty or damaged
Exchanges available upon request
7. Damaged Item?
Contact us within 7 days with photos for replacement or refund.