Urban Sketching Basics

A Journey into Urban Sketching

With this collection of insider knowledge, tips, and techniques, you will master the challenges of drawing on location. Inspired by drawings from Urban Sketchers around the world, this little book is perfect for on-the-go.

Are you ready for the adventure of drawing in the city? This book will help you overcome potential hurdles. Stephanie Bower has compiled fundamental drawing techniques into 101 tips. She relates complex objects to everyday items, providing many "aha" moments not only for beginners. Organized by themes and illustrated with works from Urban Sketchers worldwide, this handy book encourages you to explore familiar or unfamiliar environments with your sketchbook.

Contents include:

• Getting Started
• The Convincing Line
• Drawing Arcs with Ellipses
• Properly Applying Light and Shadow
• Mastering Perspective
• Watercolor Techniques

Urban Sketching is an easily accessible hobby. You only need a pen and paper to capture your city or neighborhood. As soon as you step outside with your pen in hand, you will encounter the various aspects of Urban Sketching: How do I draw people who are constantly moving? Do I need to depict every single brick? How do I get the perspective right? Whether you are experienced in drawing or just starting out, this series offers fundamental tips on architecture, perspective, and drawing people that will be useful every time you open your sketchbook.