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Urban Landscapes Sketching & Drawing Semester Camp: Cityscapes & Architecture
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
This is an 8-Week Semester Series. Classes will meet ONCE every week through the course of the curriculum. Students will embark on a journey into urban landscape sketching and drawing. They will learn to seamlessly integrate man-made architectural elements, green spaces and urban dwellers into vibrant cityscape settings. The course covers essential techniques and exercises to enhance observation, perspective, shading, and dynamic sketching skills. Emphasis will be placed on creating depth...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Urban Sketching• Understand what urban sketching is. • Learn about the basic materials needed. • Practice exercises in observational drawing.Week 2Lesson 2Perspective and Proportions• Learn the basics of one-point perspective. • Practice drawing buildings and streets using a one-point perspective. • Understand how to keep proportions accurate.Week 3Lesson 3Light and Shadow• Understand how light affects objects and creates shadows. • Learn shading techniques to add depth to sketches. • Practice using hatching, cross-hatching, and stippling.Week 4Lesson 4Adding Details and Textures• Focus on capturing details like windows, doors, and other architectural elements. • Learn techniques to add texture to buildings and surfaces. • Practice detailed observational drawing.Week 5Lesson 5Urban Nature• Learn techniques for drawing trees, plants, and green spaces within urban environments. • Practice capturing the textures and forms of foliage. • Understand how to balance nature and architecture in sketches.Week 6Lesson 6Capturing People in Urban Sketches• Learn to quickly capture people’s poses and movements. • Practice drawing simple human figures and gestures. • Understand how to incorporate people into urban scenes.Week 7Lesson 7Capturing Movement and Energy• Learn how to depict movement and energy in urban sketches. • Practice quick, expressive sketching techniques. • Capture the hustle and bustle of urban life.Week 8Lesson 8Creating a Complete Urban Sketch• Combine all the skills learned throughout the course. • Create a complete urban sketch from a photo reference. • Learn to review and refine sketches.
- Students will learn to draw urban landscapes, mastering techniques to observe, sketch, and capture bustling cityscapes, their architecture, and the people within them.
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Certificate of Completion
Frequency: available upon requestDetails: An E-Certificate of Completion with grades will be provided for learners who have completed all sessions and actively participate in class activities, including sharing their work at the end of each meeting. Learners who miss more than 3 meetings or do not participate in showing their work may not be eligible to receive the certificate.
Paper Pencils (a variety of graphite pencils recommended) Eraser (kneaded/ gum eraser recommended) Ruler Blending tools: Toilet paper, tissue, Q-Tips, or blending art tools like paper stumps
Teacher expertise and credentials
At Young Art we believe in passion, creativity, and the power of education. Our team is committed to inspiring the next generation of young artists, designers, and entrepreneurs to be bold innovators by providing creative and enriching...
Group Class
$160
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-8 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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