INSTRUCTOR

John A Hancock

DESCRIPTION

The workshop will start with a quick introduction to choosing our subject and point of view while embracing both visual richness and simplicity.  Working in a location with architecture, people, and possibly plants/trees, you will learn techniques for quick ink-based sketching, using both permanent and water-soluble inks for line, texture, and washes. 

LEARNING GOALS:

In this workshop, participants will

• learn to choose/edit a view from the location and start their sketch;
• learn basic techniques for using both permanent and water-soluble pen and brush-pen inks; and
• Explore strategies that balance visual richness with simplicity in sketches of the urban environment.

SUPPLY LIST

When I introduce a class to the topic of using permanent and water-soluble inks, I usually give away two very common cheap pens … an ultra fine point Sharpie and a Flair felt tip pen. For the workshops perhaps more experienced sketchers, I would suggest:

• Your favorite permanent (not water-soluble) ink pen:  a Pitt pen, a Micron, or even a fountain pen with a permanent ink like Platinum Carbon Black or Lexington Grey 
• Your favorite pen that uses a water-soluble ink: Pilot Varsity, Platinum Preppy, etc.
• A Pentel Pocket Brush Pen
• A water-brush (round tip) or a round watercolor brush and water  
• Sketchbook or sketch paper that can handle moderate applications of water
• Optional: a favorite standard or mechanical pencil and an eraser
• Optional: wet or dry color to add to your sketch afterwards