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Discover the art of urban sketching in this immersive 6-week Thursday series led by teaching artist Ann Alexander at Vision Arts Gallery in Myrtle Beach.This beginner-friendly yet skill-building class introduces students to expressive line work, basic perspective, and watercolor techniques while capturing everyday scenes. Students will progress from photo-based sketches to confident on-location drawing, developing a loose, personal sketching style that blends observation with creative expression.
Each week builds upon the last—starting with foundational line and shape, adding watercolor washes, and moving into speed sketching and real-world environments. Indoor studio sessions transition into outdoor and on-location sketching, helping students gain confidence, flexibility, and creative flow.
By the end of the course, students will have a collection of sketches, a deeper understanding of line-and-wash techniques, and the confidence to sketch anywhere—from cafés and city streets to travel adventures and daily life.
All experience levels are welcome. Come ready to explore, observe, and sketch with joy.
Thursdays: 11am-2pm
Dates: April 2-May 7, 2026 (class #1: April 2)
$260 for all 6 sessions
Instructor: Ann Alexander
Class 1 – April 2: Fundamentals of Line Work. Free-flowing and expressive line, bold shapes, perspective basics using pencil and waterproof pen. Simple subjects from instructor-provided photos.
Class 2 – April 9: Adding Color. Introduction to watercolor. Several sketches from photos combining pen and watercolor washes.
Class 3 – April 16: Speed & Detail. Fast-paced sketching with increased detail and layered watercolor. Several quick sketches from photo sources provided.
Class 4 – April 23: On-Location Sketching I. Indoor or outdoor location. Learning to simplify real-life scenes and capture the essence quickly.
Class 5 – April 30: On-Location Sketching II. Building confidence, observational skills, and expressive color on location.
Class 6 – May 7: On-Location Sketching III & Wrap-Up. Bringing everything together with multiple sketches and group discussion.
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