Boundless Burrows Sketchbook & Palette Box Set + Course
Made in collaboration with artist and educator Emily Hughes, the Boundless Burrows Sketchbook & Palette Box Set was created for artists who want a focused, approachable setup for painting and colour exploration.
Inspired by the gentle yet determined nature of rabbits — observant, curious, and quick to commit — the set includes a sketchbook, a compact air-tight palette, a practical colour-mixing guide, an exclusive rabbit art print and sticker sheet painted by Emily, plus a free 90-day access to her Foundations of Portraits in Gouache course.
If 70 or more units are pre-ordered before this project ends then orders will be sent in mid April 2026. If the project ends before the goal is reached then pre-order customers will be refunded in full within 3 working days.
When you order this Limited Edition Set you'll receive:
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B5 Portrait Sketchbook
- 44 pages (22 sheets) of 300gsm Hot Press, 100% cotton, acid-free paper
- Deckled edges
- Suited to wet media, including heavy washes
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Air-tight Palette designed to keep your gouache paint wet between sessions
- Yes, you can use it to store other mediums!
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Gouache Colour-Mixing Guide (for when your colours aren’t doing what you want)
- Covers warm vs cool primaries, value, temperature, whites, and skin tones
- Quick to check. Easy to use.
- Glossy Sticker Sheet painted and designed by Emily
- Exclusive A5 Art Print, by Emily
- 90-day free access to Foundations of Portraits in Gouache
- A beginner-friendly course taught by Emily Hughes
- Free International Shipping
Stretch goal — community bonus:
If this project reaches 200 pre-orders, we’ll add a full illustrated opening spread by Emily to the sketchbook — printed across the very first pages. A small extra detail to mark the project and celebrate getting there together.
Expand the "Set Specifications & FAQ" dropdown menu below for details.
SET SPECIFICATIONS & FAQ
Set Specifications
Sketchbook
B5 Portrait · 300gsm Hot Press · 100% cotton · 44 pages (22 sheets) · Opens flat · Back pocket · Debossed vegan-friendly PU cover
Slight variations may exist between the mock-up designs and the final product
Air-tight Palette
Air-tight · Keeps gouache paint wet · Suitable for watercolour and other wet media · Compact and travel-friendly
Is this set only for gouache?
No. While the sketchbook and palette are well suited to gouache, they also work beautifully with watercolour and other wet media. The mixing guide can be applied to opaque paints more broadly.
Is this set suitable for beginners?
Yes. The tools are approachable and forgiving, the colour-mixing guide is easy to follow, and the course access is beginner-friendly — but there’s no pressure to “study” anything to enjoy using the set.
Do I have to take the course?
Not at all. The 90-day course access is included as a bonus. You can use the set entirely on its own, and dip into the course only if and when you feel like it. The course is fully recorded, so you can watch at your own pace.
Does the palette really keep paint wet?
Yes. The air-tight palette is designed to keep gouache paint wet between sessions, so it’s ready to use again without re-mixing. It can also be used for other media.
When will my order ship?
If 70 or more sets are pre-ordered before the project ends, orders will ship in mid April 2026. We’ll keep you updated by email, and you’ll receive a tracking link as soon as your set is on its way.
What happens if the minimum isn't reached?
If the project doesn’t reach 70 orders, all pre-order customers will be refunded in full within 3 working days.
Is this a limited release?
Yes. This is a Llamated Edition set and will only be produced if the minimum order is met.
Why Hot Press paper?
Hot Press paper has a smooth surface, created by pressing the paper during production. That smoothness makes it especially well suited to gouache, where clean edges, flat colour, and controlled layering matter.
It also works beautifully if you like combining wet media with dry media. Pens, pencils, and markers glide easily on Hot Press paper, making it a great choice for mixed-media work or adding fine details over paint.
In short: it’s a versatile surface that gives you control — whether you’re painting, drawing, or doing a bit of both.
Why 100% cotton?
Cotton paper is the best surface for watercolour and is also great for mixed media. 100% cotton paper is capable of taking multiple heavy washes, stands up well to damaging techniques like dry brushing, and helps keep the pigment looking vibrant over the passage of time. The surface provides the perfect level of brush resistance while allowing the pigment to flow beautifully across the page. Those that "upgrade" to 100% cotton paper often credit it as having had a greater impact on their art than the quality of paint that they use.
Why is acid-free paper important?
The best paper is acid-free and has a high amount of cotton. Using acid-free paper helps to prevent the "yellowing" that can happen in paper over the years, meaning your art will stand the test of time.
Can you paint on both sides of the paper?
Yes you can. The sketchbook has 44 pages (or 22 sheets) and each page can be painted on thanks to the quality of the paper.
WHAT'S IN THE COURSE?
This recorded course introduces the core principles behind painting monochromatic portraits in gouache, with a focus on clarity, control, and understanding your materials.
Taught by artist and educator Emily Hughes, the course offers a helpful way to ease into using the tools in the Boundless Burrows Sketchbook & Palette Box Set. It covers paint consistency, water control, and brush handling — all of which translate naturally to breaking in a new sketchbook and getting comfortable with a fresh palette.
Emily takes a sculptural approach to painting, breaking down form and light through simplified references and clear flat-brush techniques. While the demonstrations focus on portraiture, the methods can be applied to colour studies, practice sessions, and other subjects beyond portraits.
The course is suitable for absolute beginners and is delivered as a recorded programme just under two hours long, so you can watch it at your own pace, whenever it feels useful.
About this Collaboration
Emily Hughes’ work is known for its quiet confidence — soft forms, thoughtful colour, and marks that feel both gentle and deliberate. Inspired by her approach to painting and her strength as an educator, we worked with Emily to create a set that supports exploration without pressure, and practice without overthinking.
The Boundless Burrows Sketchbook & Palette Box Set brings together tools chosen for wet media and colour play: a mixed media-friendly sketchbook, a compact air-tight palette, and a practical gouache colour-mixing guide shaped by Emily’s teaching experience. Paired with an exclusive rabbit art print, glossy sticker sheet, and course access, the set is designed to feel approachable, focused, and ready to use.
Etchr is proud to collaborate with Emily on a set that reflects her balance of softness and decisiveness. Whether you’re painting intuitively, testing colour mixes, or simply sitting down to make marks, we hope this set supports your practice in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
About Emily
Emily Hughes is a professional artist and educator based in Montreal, Canada. She holds a BFA from OCAD University in Toronto and specialises in portraiture, working across gouache, oils, and watercolour.
Alongside her studio practice, Emily is a dedicated teacher who shares her process and techniques through online courses, YouTube, and Instagram. Her approach focuses on clarity, confidence, and helping artists understand their materials so they can paint with intention and ease.
You can discover Emily's art on Instagram and Youtube.