Architecture Drawing

Here is a collection of blog posts related to drawing and sketching architecture, including urban sketching and lots of perspective exercises for beginners and pros.

 
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The ultimate Guide to Urban Sketching (and how You can Start Today)
The ultimate Guide to Urban Sketching (and how You can Start Today)

Find out why it’s so popular and how you can join the movement.

Composition in the Arts: How to plan a Drawing or Painting
Composition in the Arts: How to plan a Drawing or Painting

It’s not just a topic for still lifes or the master artists of old, you know.

5 great Exercises to learn Perspective Drawing the easy Way
5 great Exercises to learn Perspective Drawing the easy Way

Let's dip our toe in the water with some easy beginner practice.

8 simple Steps to Draw interesting Streets and Buildings
8 simple Steps to Draw interesting Streets and Buildings

Follow these tips for truly inspiring architecture sketches!

The Rhythm of Space - A Talk with Sketching Artist Ch'ng Kiah Kiean
The Rhythm of Space - A Talk with Sketching Artist Ch'ng Kiah Kiean

The Malaysian artist never fails to amaze with his quirky and vibrant sketches.

How to quickly Sketch People without them Noticing
How to quickly Sketch People without them Noticing

No one will be uncomfortable or any the wiser with some simple tricks.

11 Spots in your City that are just Perfect for Urban Sketching
11 Spots in your City that are just Perfect for Urban Sketching

No more searching for a quiet location with a good view, just head straight here.

Architecture-themed Art Prints that will Impress and Inspire you
Architecture-themed Art Prints that will Impress and Inspire you

Let's learn from the best and support our artist friends on Etsy.

8 handy Tips for Drawing and Painting Outside (and actually enjoying it)
8 handy Tips for Drawing and Painting Outside (and actually enjoying it)

Find out how to do it right and avoid common pitfalls.

One-point perspective: How it works and how to use it for your Art
One-point perspective: How it works and how to use it for your Art

It’s a lot more fun and a lot less daunting than you think, promise!

Why Sketching Architecture is so Helpful for Beginners
Why Sketching Architecture is so Helpful for Beginners

It’s not a coincidence urban sketching is on everyone's lips right now!

7 Urban Sketching Pitfalls and How to easily Avoid them
7 Urban Sketching Pitfalls and How to easily Avoid them

Some mistakes I made over the years, so you don't have to make them.

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The ultimate Guide to Urban Sketching (and how You can Start Today)
The ultimate Guide to Urban Sketching (and how You can Start Today)

Find out why it’s so popular and how you can join the movement.

The 15-Minutes-a-Day Drawing Exercise Routine (so easy but so effective!)
The 15-Minutes-a-Day Drawing Exercise Routine (so easy but so effective!)

Here's how you can improve your technique even on busy days.

How to Draw Rocks and Mountains in a quick Landscape Sketch
How to Draw Rocks and Mountains in a quick Landscape Sketch

Those irregular shapes can be a real pain, it's true. But there is a way.

5 easy Drawing Exercises for Beginners and Pros
5 easy Drawing Exercises for Beginners and Pros

Whether you're a beginner or simply out of practice, these simple drawing exercises will help you get in shape.

Composition in the Arts: How to plan a Drawing or Painting
Composition in the Arts: How to plan a Drawing or Painting

It’s not just a topic for still lifes or the master artists of old, you know.

The foolproof way to a beautiful Portrait Sketch (in 8 simple Steps)
The foolproof way to a beautiful Portrait Sketch (in 8 simple Steps)

A road map to drawing interesting portraits.

5 great Exercises to learn Perspective Drawing the easy Way
5 great Exercises to learn Perspective Drawing the easy Way

Let's dip our toe in the water with some easy beginner practice.

100 Drawing Ideas for when You can't Think of Anything
100 Drawing Ideas for when You can't Think of Anything

No idea what to draw, paint or sculpt today? No worries, I've got you covered.

How to learn Drawing in 2024 (it has never been easier)
How to learn Drawing in 2024 (it has never been easier)

There are more options than ever before, let's explore a few to find what suits you best!

12 simple Warm-Up Exercises that will Transform your Drawing Practice
12 simple Warm-Up Exercises that will Transform your Drawing Practice

Just like in sports a proper warm-up for a sketching session delivers the best results.

Awesome Gifts for People who love Drawing and Painting
Awesome Gifts for People who love Drawing and Painting

Buy something that the artist in your life will truly adore!

Drawing: How long does it really take to get Good at it?
Drawing: How long does it really take to get Good at it?

Is it even worth trying to learn drawing if you have so little spare time? Of course it is.

19 cheap Products for fun Drawing and Painting-related Activities
19 cheap Products for fun Drawing and Painting-related Activities

Not everything you paint has to be on a canvas!

8 simple Steps to Draw interesting Streets and Buildings
8 simple Steps to Draw interesting Streets and Buildings

Follow these tips for truly inspiring architecture sketches!

How Still Life can improve your Drawing Skills
How Still Life can improve your Drawing Skills

It’s not just fruit and wine, there are still life subjects out there for all of us.

10 easy Gift Ideas if you know how to Draw or Paint
10 easy Gift Ideas if you know how to Draw or Paint

Handmade presents are perfect for Christmas, birthdays or just because!

The Rhythm of Space - A Talk with Sketching Artist Ch'ng Kiah Kiean
The Rhythm of Space - A Talk with Sketching Artist Ch'ng Kiah Kiean

The Malaysian artist never fails to amaze with his quirky and vibrant sketches.

8 Things you can do when you're Good at Drawing
8 Things you can do when you're Good at Drawing

Drawing skills are handy for so much more than just sketching pictures to hang on your wall.

Why Artists love Drawing Portraits (and why You should, too)
Why Artists love Drawing Portraits (and why You should, too)

What is it about sketching the human face that makes it such great practice?

How to Meet other Artists when you feel like Company
How to Meet other Artists when you feel like Company

Whether online or in person, sometimes it's nice to make some like-minded friends.

How to Sketch Eyes correctly in 9 simple Steps
How to Sketch Eyes correctly in 9 simple Steps

They're often the first thing we notice, after all.

The best Places to find Inspiration for your Art
The best Places to find Inspiration for your Art

Galleries aren't the only place to discover new things to draw and paint.
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7 great Exercises to Improve your Landscape Drawing Skills
7 great Exercises to Improve your Landscape Drawing Skills

Let's practice some of the trickier parts of sketching those pretty nature views!

5 simple Exercises to teach you how to Draw amazing Portraits
5 simple Exercises to teach you how to Draw amazing Portraits

Some easy practice ideas to help you get it right.

How to find your own Style in the Arts
How to find your own Style in the Arts

There is a lot of choice, so here are some tips to help you find the right medium and style for you.

101 Quotes about Art if you need some Inspiration
101 Quotes about Art if you need some Inspiration

We all need a little wisdom from the old (and current) masters once in a while.

19 expert Tips for creating stunning Landscape Sketches
19 expert Tips for creating stunning Landscape Sketches

Drawing great landscapes will be super easy if you follow these simple tips.

8 Ways to stay Motivated during Long-Term Projects
8 Ways to stay Motivated during Long-Term Projects

Motivation is a moody thing, so here are some tricks to get it back in case you lose it.

Why Drawing Landscapes is so Popular (and so Good for your Art)
Why Drawing Landscapes is so Popular (and so Good for your Art)

Let's have a look why so many artists favour landscapes above all else.

5 Ways to Share your Art with the World
5 Ways to Share your Art with the World

There are many ways and reasons to share your artwork with more than just friends and family.

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