My research project outlines to what extent the use of scaffolding methods and structured sketchbook tasks could be used to help students engage with the creative process more thoroughly, help them through the process, and importantly, improve their overall student experience in regards to levels of stress, self-efficacy and their cognitive load. This is especially relevant today as students are reporting high levels of stress and I believe it is the duty of educators, when possible, to alleviate students’ distress, and create a positive learning experience for all students. Action Research is the theoretical framework behind this study, this involved the use of multiple data collection methods, such as questionnaires, a focus group, observations, documented students’ work and a research diary. Thematic Coding was the data analysis technique used, data was triangulated from multiple sources to ensure the reliability and validity of any findings. The findings of this research study were that students felt that the use of scaffolding and structured sketchbook tasks helped them to engage with the creative process, without limiting them. Students also felt that their overall student experience had been improved, regarding stress, self-efficacy, and cognitive load.