URBAN SKETCHING TIP: HOW TO CREATE IMPRESSIVE TEXTURES
Learn how to create impressive textures in your (urban) sketches: the general principles, the necessary tools and expert sketcher's tips!
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Julia Henze
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COLORED PENCILS I USE IN MY (URBAN) SKETCHES
Colored pencils for urban sketches: what kind of pencils to use, how to choose and how to use. Read the posts or watch the video.
Julia Henze
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DRAWING EXERCISE FOR BEGINNERS: HOW TO DRAW LONG STRAIGHT LINES
Learn to draw long beautiful lines with these simple exercises. Read the tips and watch the video. Improve your sketches now!
Julia Henze
2 min read
NEGATIVE SPACE IN URBAN SKETCHING: A QUICK TIP FOR IMPRESSIVE SKETCHES
As easy way to use negative space in your urban sketches. Leave parts of of your sketch white to bring out the most important objects!
Julia Henze
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5 WATERCOLOR MISTAKES ALL BEGINNERS MAKE AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
Avoid these common beginner mistakes with watercolors: tweak your sketching habits to ensure amazing results.
Julia Henze
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NEW YOUTUBE TUTORIAL: HOW TO DRAW A COMPLICATED COLUMN
In this tutorial, you will learn how to draw an ornamented column with a pencil and how to add shadows to it.
Julia Henze
5 min read
CREATING A THUMBNAIL TO PLAN YOUR SKETCH: WHY EVERYONE SHOULD DO IT
A thumbnail sketch is a small rough drawing that can help you plan the composition and color scheme of your sketch and prevent mistakes.
Julia Henze
4 min read
MAGICAL POWER OF TURQUOISE: HOW TO INTEGRATE BOLD COLORS INTO YOUR SKETCHES
Practical tips for using turquoise in urban sketching: pre-made paints, markers, pencils; mixing your own colors. Inspiration and examples.
Julia Henze
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AN EASY METHOD TO CREATE A SENSE OF DEPTH IN YOUR DRAWINGS
Create depth in your urban sketches by fine-tuning four aspects of your drawing: contrast, color, size, and details. Tips for beginners.
Julia Henze
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WATERCOLOR TIP: HOW TO MAKE YOUR SKETCHES LOOK BRIGHT AND VIVID
Do your watercolor sketches look dull? This very simple tip will help you make them look vibrant and engaging.
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