Line & Wash in the Urban Landscape

Capture the energy and architecture of the places you love using expressive line and wash. Learn to sketch in a loose, rhythmic style and use vibrant watercolours to create unique urban masterpieces. Whether you are a complete beginner looking to take the plunge into drawing outdoors, or a more experienced urban sketcher looking to loosen up your style and use watercolour paints in a whole new way, renowned urban landscape artist Neil Whitehead will help you to bring your favourite places to life on paper. Packed with inspirational paintings, plein air demonstrations, practical exercises to help you loosen up and let go, plus lots of handy tips, Line & Wash in the Urban Landscape is a comprehensive, visually inspiring guide to this popular artform. The book outlines: * What you need to get started: all the necessary tools and equipment * Choosing a scene and working outdoors: how to choose a location and then select an area of interest * Capturing character: sketching fast,