Learn Urban Sketching Workshops
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Learn Urban Sketching Workshops *
Illinois & West Virginia Workshops Now available
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Illinois & West Virginia Workshops Now available *
Illinois, McHenry County College
Designing Pleasing Compositions - 10/26/2026
Are you struggling to grasp the rules of composition? Do your sketches and page designs feel disorganized or lack a sense of flow? This course will not only help you master essential composition principles but also inspire you with creative alternatives in layout and design.
K.I.S.S. Keep it simple sketcher- 11/09/2026
Urban sketching can feel overwhelming—there’s so much to see and too many supplies! In this workshop, we’ll focus on simplifying what you see. You’ll learn to sketch complex scenes using basic shapes, strong contrast, and confident marks to capture a place’s essence without fussing over details. Through demos and real-world sketching, we’ll practice choosing what to draw, what to leave out, and how to streamline your materials to lighten your kit.
Capturing the Energy of a Cafe - 11/23/2026
Cafes are lively places with many interesting things to draw. This workshop will show you how to simplify your focus and capture the unique stories you see—from barista interactions and personal connections to the decor and table conversations.
Characters in Your World, Drawing faces - 12/07/2026
Drawing people can feel intimidating, but every face tells a unique story that brings life to your sketchbook. Especially in cafes. In this class, you’ll learn facial proportions and how to recognize basic facial planes. We’ll also explore ways to exaggerate features and capture the character and movement of your subjects.