Urban Sketching Essentials Part 1 | Intro & Basics | Strathmore

Summary by Krater

Alphonso Dunn presents the first part of a four-part urban sketching essentials course, covering materials, design concepts, and a step-by-step drawing demonstration. The video concludes with recommendations on how to select and use basic supplies for urban sketching.

From the video

Answers: What are the essentials of urban sketching and what supplies do I need to get started?

• urban sketching essentials
• sketching materials
• pencil vs ink drawing
• proportions and measurements in sketching
• watercolor painting techniques

What it concludes

• High-quality, acid-free paper is essential to preserve your work and withstand erasing and wet media.
• Using a pencil for an under-drawing before applying ink allows for experimentation and composition planning without permanence anxiety.
• Simplifying colors to a basic palette and practicing color mixing helps beginners avoid being overwhelmed.
• Keeping supplies simple and light ensures the urban sketching experience remains spontaneous and portable.