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    Pen & Wash Sketching

    Jun 07, 2018 4 minutes
    with Leonie Norton

    Sketching is about capturing the moment and is a quick impression of people and place. It is not meant to be a meticulous drawing or a realistic representation but is something anyone can do at any time. Sketching records interesting features in a particular scene. It is always about the passion of place that draws you to it, and the enjoyment of visually recording it.

    When looking back over sketches, it is amazing what information is recalled. You will immediately remember exactly where you were, whether it was hot or cold, the sights and sounds and even distinctive aromas of various places. It is quite a magical

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