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I Tested 4 Travel Sketching Cases: Here’s What I Discovered

After a summer of experimenting with different travel sketching setups, I’ve finally found my favorites.

I’ve spent this summer testing 4 very different travel sketching cases, from an £8 budget option to a luxury £105+ case. The results? Some real surprises that might change how you think about travel sketching gear.

Travel sketching cases comparison layout
Four travel sketching cases laid out together for comparison

The 4 Cases I Tested

DIY Molle Pouch (£8+) – Military-style pouch from Amazon Lihit Lab Case (£10-15) – Compact Japanese organizer
Art Toolkit Pocket (£24) – Purpose-built art case Peg & Awl Sendak Mini (£105+) – Premium waxed canvas roll

My Surprising Discoveries

The Budget Winner Wasn’t What I Expected

The cheapest option definitely has its place, but the real value champion surprised me. It’s not the most expensive, and it’s not the cheapest either.

Less Can Actually Be More

Here’s the insight that changed my perspective: the premium case with endless options actually made sketching harder, not easier. Sometimes having fewer choices helps you focus on what really matters – making marks and capturing moments.

The “Perfect” Setup Depends on Your Sketching Style

What works for quick urban sketches isn’t necessarily best for rural plein air work. And what I planned to use versus what I actually reached for daily were completely different.

Portable sketching kit in use on location
Travel sketching case being used on location in Cornwall AirBnB

Want the Complete Travel Sketching Cases Comparison?

I’ve tested these cases on bike rides, family trips, camping, and daily sketching adventures. Each has genuine pros and cons that might surprise you.

My detailed comparison includes:

  • What actually fits in each case (with photos)
  • Real-world testing stories
  • Honest pros and cons from months of use
  • Simple decision framework to choose your perfect case
  • Shopping links and supply recommendations

Get my free detailed comparison guide here →

Watch the Full Review

I’ve also created a video walking through all 4 cases in detail:

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