JimLiu-baoyu-skills/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/styles/sketch.md

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sketch

Raw, authentic notebook-style illustration for ideas and processes

Design Aesthetic

Hand-drawn sketch aesthetic that feels authentic and in-progress. Pencil-on-paper quality with intentional imperfection. Suggests thinking, brainstorming, and creative exploration. Raw and honest visual approach that invites collaboration.

Background

  • Color: Off-White Paper (#F7FAFC) or Cream (#FAFAFA)
  • Texture: Paper texture with visible grain

Color Palette

Role Color Hex Usage
Background Paper White #F7FAFC Primary background
Primary Pencil Gray #4A5568 Main sketch lines
Secondary Light Gray #A0AEC0 Shading, soft marks
Highlight Blue Note Blue #3182CE Highlight color
Highlight Red Mark Red #E53E3E Emphasis color
Highlight Yellow Marker Yellow #F6E05E Highlighter effect
Text Charcoal #2D3748 Text elements

Visual Elements

  • Rough sketch lines with natural variation
  • Arrows and directional pointers
  • Handwritten labels and notes
  • Crossed-out marks and corrections
  • Underlines and emphasis marks
  • Simple diagram shapes
  • Margin notes style
  • Quick icon sketches

Style Rules

Do

  • Use pencil-like line quality
  • Include natural imperfections
  • Add handwritten annotations
  • Create diagram-style layouts
  • Show thinking process

Don't

  • Use perfect geometric shapes
  • Add polished or refined elements
  • Create colorful compositions
  • Use digital effects
  • Make it look finished

Best For

Ideas in progress, brainstorming articles, thought processes, concept exploration, draft-stage thinking, planning content, problem-solving pieces