Sue Rahel | Riverflow Sketchbook Set + Tutorial
The Sue Rahel Riverflow Sketchbook Set is designed for artists who find joy in small things with big impact. This limited edition includes two premium sketchbooks in brown and green PU covers, one matching washi tape, an exclusive art print, and a recorded tutorial by Sue herself. Every detail is designed to reflect her delicate, imaginative style—and to support your own creative practice.
If 70 or more units are pre-ordered before this project ends then orders will be sent in early October 2025. 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:
- 1 × Square Sketchbook (12cm × 12cm)
- 24 pages 220gsm Hot Press + 24 pages 230gsm Cold Press 100% cotton acid-free paper (48 pages total)
- Deckled edgesÂ
- 1 × Accordion Sketchbook (7.7cm × 11cm)
- 26 pages 220gsm Hot Press 100% cotton acid-free paper
- 26 pages 220gsm Hot Press 100% cotton acid-free paper
- Free access to a painting tutorial developed by Sue
- An exclusive art print from Sue
- An illustrated washi tape
- Free International Shipping
Expand the "Sketchbooks Specifications" dropdown menu below for details.
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SKETCHBOOKS SPECIFICATIONS
Square Sketchbook
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Two paper types:
- Cold press; 100% cotton acid-free paper; 230gsm (20 pages)
- Hot press; 100% cotton acid-free paper; 220gsm (20 pages)
- Cold press; 100% cotton acid-free paper; 230gsm (20 pages)
- Square format (12 x 12cm or 4.7 x 4.7in)
- Debossed vegan friendly PU cover
- 48 pages / 24 sheets (can paint both sides)
- Opens flat for wide-angle landscape format
- Slight variations may exist between the mock-up designs and the final product
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Accordion Sketchbook
- Hot press; 100% cotton acid-free paper; 220gsm (26 pages)
- Accordion sketchbook ( 7.7 × 11cm or 3 x 4.3in))
- Debossed vegan friendly PU cover
- Slight variations may exist between the mock-up designs and the final productÂ
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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 square sketchbook has 48 pages (or 24 sheets) and each page can be painted on thanks to the quality of the paper. The accordion sketchbook can be painted on both sides as well.
WHAT'S IN THE TUTORIAL?
The tutorial is divided into three parts to guide you through both inspiration and technique. Sue begins by sharing her journey as an artist and what inspires her work. She then explains the meaning behind this Limited Edition collaboration and why it’s so close to her heart.
The main tutorial focuses on painting a whimsical boat scene inside the 12cm × 12cm brown sketchbook, using the hot press cotton paper. Sue demonstrates how to build the scene step by step—showing how she approaches composition, applies soft layers of watercolour, and creates light, shadow, and texture to bring the subject to life. She also shares her approach to colour, including how she selects hues and builds her signature palette.
Rather than encouraging direct copying, Sue invites each artist to personalise and reimagine the boat in their own way—adding small details, experimenting with colours, and letting their own story shape the piece. There’s space to explore your own artistic voice and make the painting truly yours.
As a bonus, she includes a looser, expressive exercise on the cold press pages—helping you compare the two paper types and make the most of your sketchbook.
It’s a gentle and inspiring way to break into the sketchbooks and begin filling them with confidence and imagination.
About this Collaboration
Sue Rahel’s whimsical, heartfelt art is a celebration of small things—quiet details, gentle colours, fleeting moments. Inspired by her ability to create tiny scenes that evoke whole worlds, we worked with Sue to design a sketchbook set that reflects this delicate yet powerful style.
The Riverflow Sketchbook Set includes two of Sue’s favourite formats: a compact square sketchbook with a mix of hot and cold press paper, and a charming accordion book—perfect for tiny tales and colour studies. Paired with matching washi tape, an exclusive art print, and a recorded painting tutorial, this set is designed to bring joy to your everyday practice.
Etchr is proud to help bring Sue’s creative vision to life. Whether you're journaling, sketching from imagination, or painting dreamy botanicals, we hope this set inspires you to slow down and let your ideas flow.
About Sue
Sue Rahel is an artist who has transformed her love for painting into a breath-taking journey that intertwines with the whirlwind of motherhood.
From a young age, Sue's fascination with book illustrations ignited a passion that has burned brightly throughout her life. As an adult, Sue embraced her passion for art and discovered Etchr Sketchbooks along the way. Now, the Etchr Sketchbook is Sue's constant companion; an essential part of her day-to-day practice.
You can discover Sue's art on Instagram.