Learn how to create impressive textures in your (urban) sketches: the general principles, the necessary tools and expert sketcher's tips!

Learn to draw long beautiful lines with these simple exercises. Read the tips and watch the video. Improve your sketches now!

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!

Avoid these common beginner mistakes with watercolors: tweak your sketching habits to ensure amazing results.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to draw an ornamented column with a pencil and how to add shadows to it.

Discover the basics of watercolor granulation. Learn how to use granulating watercolors in your sketches and paintings.

How to use a colorless blender marker correctly to create smooth gradients and new colors. Tips from an experienced sketcher.

A thumbnail sketch is a small rough drawing that can help you plan the composition and color scheme of your sketch and prevent mistakes.

Tips for artists on how to beat procrastination and resistance without digging deep into psychology. Easy steps to regular art practice.

Practical tips for using turquoise in urban sketching: pre-made paints, markers, pencils; mixing your own colors. Inspiration and examples.

Create depth in your urban sketches by fine-tuning four aspects of your drawing: contrast, color, size, and details. Tips for beginners.

Sketching on location: tips and tools for beginners. The benefits of joining an urban sketching group. Useful resources for sketchers.

This article explains how to mix greens with watercolors, when and how to use pre-made greens, and how to use greenery in urban sketching.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to use atmospheric perspective in your urban sketches to make them look livelier and more engaging.

Learn how two choose gouache paints, and what colors to buy for your urban sketching needs. Learn the basics of color mixing.

This article gives a handy tip on what to do if your gouache has dried hard inside its tube.

Learn how to blend alcohol-based markers properly (a step-by-step instruction and tips).

Gouache is the perfect sketching medium for beginners. It’s easy to learn and use and fun to play around with.

Do your watercolor sketches look dull? This very simple tip will help you make them look vibrant and engaging.

In this article, you will learn how to choose colored pencils for bright and vivid mixed-media sketching with gouache, watercolor or markers