Explore Sketching for Fun

Sketching is a fun way to record things whether it is something in nature or a memory.  This is an opportunity try something new or practice sketching. We will visit the current Sketchbook Exhibit at the Studio at the Garden Center to give the class an inspiration.  Instructor Lee McCaffree’s enthusiasm will inspire you to develop your skills and enjoy the creative process.

Participants will use basic tools, pen or pencil, as they start with simple drawings. The object is to do quick sketches and get something down on paper. There will be opportunities for many sketches without concern for perfection. As the class moves to more complicated subjects students can add more details. These images can lead to further study or be a memory journal. If desired, color can be added in many ways such as colored pencil, water color pencil or paints.

This will be an outside workshop at tables, so supplies should be basic. All levels of experience are welcome to explore. Experienced artists may bring the color tools you usually use. The purpose of sketching is to create quick drawings.  We will do many images.  The works we create are for ourselves.  Let’s have fun.

MATERIALS:

Sketchbook 5 ½ x 8 ½.  This is a minimum size.  Paper should be light colored.  Spiral bound or hardbound

Please get a book for “mixed media”( or 80 lb or heavier weight paper) if you want to use watercolor to enhance drawings.  This is optional.

Alternative to a sketchbook is paper attached to a clipboard for a drawing surface.

• Pencils – 2H, HB, sharpened
• Eraser
• Small Ruler — 6 inch
• Pens — Micron 01, 03 – black permanent markers.  Or good ballpoint pen that does not smear.
• Adding color is optional.  If you have some colors, bring them to experiment.  Only one type of coloring is needed.
• Colored pencils – small basic set colors (Optional)
  • Water soluble pencils –small basic set(12)  (Optional)
  • Watercolor paints – small basic set of colors.  (Optional)
  • Water Brush – Pentel, Niji, and Tombow are good brands. (It has water in its barrel.) Or paintbrushes with water container and rag or paper towels.