The Urban Sketching Handbook Color First, Ink Later: A Dynamic Approach to Drawing and Painting on Location (Volume 15) (Urban Sketching Handbooks, 15)

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Discover a unique approach to creating art on location: start with a loose, colorful watercolor sketch, let that layer dry, then add details in ink.

The result? Sketches that are more vibrant, dynamic, and fun! 

Designer, urban sketcher, and author of The Urban Sketching Handbook: Sketch Now, Think Later, Mike Daikubara is your guide to this exciting method in The Urban Sketching Handbook: Color First, Ink Later: Start with a detailed overview of the process, from optional light pencil sketch to finishing touchesFollow along several step-by-step demonstrations that apply the approach to a range of subjects, from still life to figures to architectureGet inspired by an extensive gallery of on-location sketches  You’ll learn how to let watercolor do the hard work of urban sketching and enjoy the spontaneous effects and delightful surprises you’ll see in your artwork. 

The Urban Sketching Handbooks series offers location artists expert instruction on creative techniques, on-location tips and advice, and an abundance of visual inspiration. These handy references come in a compact, easy-to-carry format—perfect to toss in your backpack or artist’s tote.

Also available from the Urban Sketching Handbooks series: Understanding Light; Panoramas and Vertical Vistas; Drawing Expressive People; Techniques for Beginners; Complete Urban Sketching Companion; Drawing with a Tablet; 101 Sketching Tips; Working with Color; Sketch Now, Think Later; Understanding Perspective; People and Motion; and Architecture and Cityscapes.

From the Publisher

Color First . . .

Learn how to create colorful and detailed sketches with this comprehensive guide to urban sketching! It’s the perfect tool for artists looking to expand their sketching skills, or anyone who wants to learn more about the technique. Color First, Ink Later will take you through the urban sketching process with detailed examples and easy to follow instructions, and help you develop the sketching skills you’ve always wanted to have.

Ink Later

You’ll be sketching like a pro in no time with these step-by-step instructions, and a range of examples from all types of subjects- architecture, still life, figures and more. Find inspiration with beautifully finished sketches, and tips and tricks you can use for every part of the sketching process. From the first penciled lines to a colorful finished work, Color First, Ink Later has you covered with everything you’ll need to create your own urban sketches!

Also available from the Urban Sketching Handbooks series, these guides are great- and portable- resources for any artist looking for expert tips!

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Quarry Books (January 4, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Flexibound ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0760373035
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0760373033
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.5 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.38 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches