Drawing urban landscapes: Perspective and watercolor techniques
A course by Gabriel Canteros , Sketcher y acuarelista urbano
Joined February 2019
Discover the art of urban drawing with perspective, light, shadow and watercolor techniques to create impressive landscapes
Joined February 2019
Explore the fascinating world of urban drawing and learn how to capture the essence of a city in your artwork. Start from scratch with basic perspective techniques to capture architecture from a pedestrian and aerial perspective. Learn to identify and break down essential architectural elements, honing your observation skills and attention to detail. Discover how light and shadow can transform your creations and add depth with precise pencil strokes.
Develop your fineliner skills to bring your sketches to life and experiment with watercolor in simple strokes that will add color and dynamism to your projects. The entire process is complemented by practical tips on how to photograph and capture your work without losing quality. This course gives you the tools you need to express your unique vision of the urban landscape while enjoying the process of artistic creation.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 20 downloads
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- 190 students
- 17 lessons (4h 15m)
- 20 additional resources (10 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, German, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
The final project features two urban drawings: one in pedestrian perspective with a single vanishing point, with details in pencil, light, and shadow; and another in aerial view with two vanishing points, detailed in ink and watercolors.
Who is this online course for?
Ideal for beginners interested in exploring urban drawing from scratch, developing skills in perspective, light, shadow, and watercolor. Perfect for those who want to capture urban landscapes with simple techniques and accessible materials, with no prior experience required.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge is required. All you need are pencils of varying strengths, watercolor paper, brushes, watercolor paints in jars, and other basic drawing materials. Snapseed can be used for photo post-production. All in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Gabriel Canteros
A course by Gabriel Canteros
Gabriel Canteros es sketcher y acuarelista urbano argentino, apasionado por la arquitectura y las siluetas que forman los edificios en la ciudad. Desde su descubrimiento de la perspectiva técnica en la secundaria, encontró en el dibujo una forma de crear y comprender el espacio sobre el papel. Ese primer acercamiento marcó el inicio de un camino en el que nunca más dejó el lápiz, y años más tarde la acuarela le dio color, velocidad y expresividad a su obra. Inspirado por referentes como Chris Lee, Mateusz Urbanowicz y Federico Tessa, lleva más de diez años explorando la relación entre línea, forma y atmósfera a través del croquis y la acuarela.
Su trabajo ha sido reconocido en festivales internacionales como Fabriano in Acquarello, donde fue invitado a demostrar su obra junto a grandes maestros de la acuarela. También ha realizado exposiciones individuales y colectivas en Argentina, dictado charlas en la Facultad de Arquitectura de la UNNE y, en los últimos seis años, ha impartido clases de croquis y acuarela tanto en su ciudad como en distintas partes del mundo gracias a la enseñanza online. Para Gabriel, las redes sociales son la mejor galería posible, un espacio vivo donde comparte sus pinturas y experiencias con una comunidad global de apasionados por el sketch y la acuarela.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Introduction to perspective
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The materials
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Introduction to one-point perspective
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Tips for taking a good photo
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U3
Apply perspective
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Facade views 1
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Facade views 2
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Composition tips
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Perspective development 1
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Perspective Development 2
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Identify lights and shadows 1
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Identify lights and shadows 2
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U4
The aerial perspective
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Two-point perspective
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Composition and drawing
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The inking
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Coloring with watercolors 1
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Coloring with watercolors 2
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FP
Final project
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Principles of Urban Drawing
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An absolutely LOVELY course! Great teacher!