April 21 was World Creativity and Innovation Day, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci. Known for fusing art, science, and imagination, da Vinci reminds us that creativity isn’t confined to one field, and neither should your sketchbook be. One of the best ways to tap into your creative soul is through art journaling. Here’s how to stop staring at blank pages and start filling them with wonder.

Try a one-material challenge

Limit yourself to just a black pen, or only stickers, or one paint colour. These mini-challenges push you to stretch the potential of a single tool and think outside the (pencil) box. Remember, da Vinci didn’t have ten types of brush pens—he only had curiosity.