Learn essential urban sketching tips to help you improve your art. 20 workshops written by urban sketchers help you break out of your comfort zone and sharpen your skills with helpful tips and exercises.
"Whether you are sketching on the move or only have a few minutes to spare whilst standing in line, dust off your sketchbook with 5-Minute Sketching: People. This approachable handbook, full of bite-sized tips, will help you deconstruct figures and faces quickly and incorporate drawing into your everyday life. There are tips on how to focus on the key elements of a scene and create mood and movement. People come in all shapes and sizes but with expert tips and inspiring sketches from the renowned Urban Sketcher Pete Scully you will learn how to capture them in no time at all. Relish the challenge of capturing a loved one's smile or the energy of a crowd in just five minutes!"--Publisher
This comprehensive directory of sketching and drawing techniques is designed for both able and aspiring artists, encouraging you to engage with your sketchbook and unleash your creativity in a short time. The bite-sized approach integrates drawing into daily life, allowing for quick understanding of buildings, landmarks, and skylines. You won't need to feel daunted by technical drawing books or the complexity of large structures. With this guide, creating a great drawing in under five minutes is entirely achievable—quick sketches serve as an excellent warm-up and a foundation for more detailed work. Each spread includes five expert tips and inspiring examples of five-minute sketches. The first chapter focuses on perception, offering tips for quickly observing architectural subjects, including easy measuring and basic structure layout. The second chapter provides guidance on swiftly drawing specific subjects like shop fronts and churches. The third chapter presents time-saving techniques, featuring tricks for quick drawing, such as capturing light and mark-making. Finally, the fourth chapter introduces speedy supplies, encouraging experimentation with new materials like markers and watercolors, as well as digital tools. Get ready to sketch!