Blog Posts
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Sketch and Flow with Sue
Withdraw and Go Into Flow: Tips from Local Artist Suzanne Edwards For local watercolor artist Sue Edwards, creating art is about stepping away from the noise of daily life and entering a state of complete absorption where time seems to stand still. “Creating art is the best part of life right now,” Sue shares, and her…
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Urban Sketching Vignette
Drawing Historic Façades Ink, Watercolor, and the Vignette Technique In this workshop, artists will explore the character and charm of historic architecture through the classic Line & Wash technique used by urban sketchers around the world. Students will begin with expressive ink line drawings to capture the structure, proportions, and unique architectural details of historic…
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Watercolor, On the Rocks
Watercolor on the Rocks: The Beauty of Painting Stone: Student Gallery At Home : Visit this previous link for great reference photos CLICK HERE If you’ve ever looked at a watercolor and felt it had a “glow” from within, or marveled at the depth of a shadow, you were likely looking at the work of…
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URBAN SKETCHING
Evaluate your Sketching Style Likes and Dislikes Start by evaluating what you like most about their inking and watercolour techniques and style, and use that information to emulate what you like, and discount what you’re not interested in learning. For example, here’s my recap of the artist’s I mentioned above: Artist What I like Most…
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Shadows and Vignettes
Lesson Title: The Glazed Door: Building Depth with Shadows YouTube Video : Click Here Core Concept: This lesson explores the power of glazing (layering thin, transparent washes) to create form, depth, and realistic shadows. Artists will paint a simple door as a vignette, learning how to gradually build up value and temperature in their shadows through multiple…
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Lighthouses and Atmosphere
Artwork by Ida Mae There is perhaps no subject more rewarding for an artist than a lighthouse. After you complete your painting add a matt and celebrate your art! It is a study in contrasts: the rigid, man-made structure standing defiant against the soft, ever-changing chaos of nature. But if the lighthouse is the story,…
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The Art of Line &Wash
Although no ink is used in this process, I want you to focus on the process of outlining your image to create the same Line and Wash illustration technique used by professional illustrators. If you’ve ever been captivated by the delicate illustrations in classic children’s books, much like the timeless works of Beatrix Potter you’ve…
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Edges : A Bridge to Foundational Skills
When we talk about “foundational skills” in watercolor, the mind typically goes to the mechanics: controlling your brush, mixing color theory, and mastering the flat wash. Think of edges not just as a foundational skill, but as the bridge that connects your mechanical skills to your artistic vision. Edges are the translator between what your…
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Watercolor Floral
Watercolor artists can build color in two primary ways: layering transparent washes or mixing and applying the intended color directly. Learning both approaches will give you greater control over hue, value, intensity, and atmosphere. Direct Painting Direct painting asks, “What is the best color before my brush touches the paper?” Direct painting requires you to…
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Urban Sketching Registration Open
Register for Free Urban Sketching Workshops hosted by Eliza Dunaway. Learn to sketch the world around you through observation at Urban Sketching workshops! These non-cumulative sessions guide participants in drawing from life, covering topics such as an introduction to drawing tools, capturing perspective, and creating compelling compositions. All drawing materials are provided. Beginners are welcome—no…