Description
Create great compositions with high contrast in “The Value of Composition.” Joel Berman will show participants how to quickly map out the fundamental elements of the sketch at the beginning of the process in order to cultivate an extraordinary final sketch. The course will stress a formulaic approach to developing compositions, using thumbnail studies with immersive exercises in value and contrast.
Distance to sketching location:
1.5 miles
Average walking time:
40 minutes (includes walking to various sketching locations during the workshop)
Learning Goals
In this workshop, participants will:
- Learn or improve upon the following freehand sketching skills and techniques: composition, and value and contrast.
- Improve the ability to document and remember the existing built environment through specific sketching exercises at Chicago locations that enhance quick composition and drawing technique.
- Learn how to draw faster and with more confidence through a series of speed sketching exercises.
Supply List
- Pencils: 3b / hb / 2h
- Pencil Sharpener
- Black Sharpie
- 8 1/2 x 11 drawing paper pad
Optional Supplies
- Pens
Urban Sketchers Chicago 