When I started getting interested in urban sketching one of the things I noticed is that sketching styles varied so greatly. I was in awe of the way a similar object or scene could be interpreted so differently by different sketchers. Looking at the world through the lens of urban sketchers fascinated me. As you …
Which are the best urban sketching courses for your money – online, in-person or even an entire holiday?! I love taking courses. I love learning stuff. I love urban sketching. I’m always looking for a way to learn new techniques or just raise my skills in general so here is a round-up of the best …
There aren’t any podcasts exclusively about urban sketching…yet. (EDIT: as of September 2020, there is!!! See below for more information). However, below is a round-up of some of the podcasts that cover the wider topics of drawing, sketching, illustration, art and creativity. Now and again, there is the odd episode that is solely about urban …
Before the corona-crazy set in, I had a trip planned across eastern Europe, from Hungary up to Estonia, across to Finland, over to Russia and back down again, ending in Germany with a week-long sketching course with Ian Fennelly at the end of August. However, I don’t think that will be happening now. If you …
Reportage illustration is a type of visual journalism. Reportage illustrators sketch on location to tell a specific story. The illustrator conveys a narrative and reports a specific moment in time to the audience, much like a journalist. The central premise of reportage illustration is storytelling. “Reportage illustration is the art of recording real events and …
Urban Sketching, Mental Health & Mindfulness In a world where norms are everchanging, where we are overloaded with pressure seemingly applied from every direction (including our own minds) and where technology shapes and reshapes our experience constantly, we are increasingly more aware of the prevalence of mental health issues across all sectors of society and …
In December 2019 – January 2020 I travelled to a few cities in Australia. Take a sneak peek at how I filled my sketchbook along the way. I hope this inspires you to get out there and sketch! Melbourne Flinders Street Station is an incredible building in Melbourne. As soon as I saw a photo …
Below is a list of ideas to try out the next time you go out urban sketching. It is good to have some ideas in mind before you walk out the door. It helps to save some time and provide some focus. What to draw when urban sketching: I know when I’ve gone out into …
Urban Sketching Exercises: 16 Ideas To Try When You’re Out Sketching Read More »
Urban sketching is on the rise! There are many amazing artists who have been around since the start, however, there are new sketchers emerging every day who blow my mind. I have watched the scene grow into a hugely engaged (and talented) group from across the globe. These are seven of my favourite urban sketchers …
