Learn how to create impressive textures in your (urban) sketches: the general principles, the necessary tools and expert sketcher's tips!

Learn to draw long beautiful lines with these simple exercises. Read the tips and watch the video. Improve your sketches now!

As easy way to use negative space in your urban sketches. Leave parts of of your sketch white to bring out the most important objects!

A simple technique for measuring and drawing proportions when using reference photos. Perfect for urban sketchers and amateur artists.

Avoid these common beginner mistakes with watercolors: tweak your sketching habits to ensure amazing results.

How to use a colorless blender marker correctly to create smooth gradients and new colors. Tips from an experienced sketcher.

A thumbnail sketch is a small rough drawing that can help you plan the composition and color scheme of your sketch and prevent mistakes.

Tips for artists on how to beat procrastination and resistance without digging deep into psychology. Easy steps to regular art practice.

A foolproof method for drawing a house front with alcohol-based markers and fineliners. Suitable for beginners and experienced sketchers.

Practical tips for using turquoise in urban sketching: pre-made paints, markers, pencils; mixing your own colors. Inspiration and examples.

Create depth in your urban sketches by fine-tuning four aspects of your drawing: contrast, color, size, and details. Tips for beginners.

Caran d'Ache Luminance 6901 pencils for sketching. Which colors do you need? Combine colored pencils with gouache for expressiveness

Sketching on location: tips and tools for beginners. The benefits of joining an urban sketching group. Useful resources for sketchers.

This article explains how to mix greens with watercolors, when and how to use pre-made greens, and how to use greenery in urban sketching.

Learn how to blend alcohol-based markers properly (a step-by-step instruction and tips).

Do your watercolor sketches look dull? This very simple tip will help you make them look vibrant and engaging.

In this step-by-step tutorial, you will learn how to avoid the most common mistakes beginning artists make with one-point perspective