Budgen spent over three weeks sketching each of the 1,300 pages, working at his desk, in school, and even on trains while the project progressed.
He admitted that by page 500 boredom and a creative lull set in, yet he pressed on, reminding himself that world records are meant to challenge.
Reaching 300 pages felt like an early milestone, but it was hitting page 1,000 that truly galvanized his persistence, turning frustration into pride.
In a brief interview, Budgen urged aspiring record‑breakers to combine tenacity with a sense of humor, noting that keeping a light heart helped him navigate setbacks.
Guinness will verify the record and publish it in the 2025 Yearbook, adding his achievement to the archive of extraordinary young talents.