How I Teach Pen and Watercolour Sketching
Being a self-taught artist, I truly believe that anybody can learn to sketch. You don’t need some mysterious artistic gene — you just need the enthusiasm. The way I teach is to give you the what, the how and, most importantly, the why behind what I’m doing. If you understand the why, then when you’re sitting in front of a beautiful view with your sketchbook, you’ll be able to make your own choices — hopefully with my voice somewhere in the back of your head — and create a sketch that is yours, rather than simply copying mine.
My workshops and retreats are relaxed, friendly and encouraging. I want people to feel comfortable asking questions, trying things out and enjoying the process, without feeling that there’s a “right” way their sketch has to look. Most importantly, I want everyone to have fun and finish with a real sense of achievement.
I teach a simple step-by-step process, breaking a sketch down into manageable stages — from the initial pencil lines, through ink and the first light washes, to the final colour and details.
Want to sketch with me? You can explore my pen and watercolour tutorials: