Description

Trees play a vital role in creating a harmonious balance between urban development and the environment. However, trees can be a challenge to urban sketchers. In “Sketch Trees in an Urban Context, Jing Zhang explores techniques for drawing trees in an urban context, specifically in the vibrant city of Chicago. By understanding the interplay of foreground and background, participants will learn how to incorporate trees into their urban sketches to add depth, character, and a touch of nature to their artwork.

Distance to sketching location:
0.1 mile
Average walking time:
1 minute

Learning Goals

In this workshop, participants will: 

• Learn skills needed to confidently draw trees 
• Understand the foreground/background concept to compose a drawing
• Explore various media/techniques

Supply List

• Dip pen and brown waterproof ink
• Paper/Sketchbook – Watercolor papers are recommended
• Watercolor set

Optional Supplies

• Dip pen and brown waterproof ink
• Paper/Sketchbook – Watercolor papers are recommended
• Watercolor set
• Watercolor pencils
• Acrylic makers