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Drawing Texture – Landscape Sketches For Beginners

Drawing Texture – Landscape Sketches For Beginners

The original version of this article was a sample chapter for a book on quick landscapes sketches for beginners. The Continue Reading

Everyday Sketching, Learn to Sketch, Sketching

Lily Flower Drawing – Four Ways

Lily Flower Drawing – Four Ways

A fun lily flower drawing experiment, trying four different approaches and materials to understand my subject better.

Everyday Sketching, Learn to Sketch, Sketching

How to Turn Everyday Scenes Into Exciting Sketch Ideas

How to Turn Everyday Scenes Into Exciting Sketch Ideas

Don’t wait for a special trip to open your sketchbook – find exciting sketch ideas in your everyday life. You will draw more and improve your skills but you will experience a deeper connection with your environment too.

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Quick People Sketches – 6 Tips to Get Started

Quick People Sketches – 6 Tips to Get Started

Quick people sketches are difficult but rewarding too – check out my 6 tips to get started on sketching people.

Landscape Sketching, Learn to Sketch, Sketching

Sketching Water

Sketching Water

Learn the secrets of sketching water convincingly, with tips and exercises on how to sketch still and moving water in landscapes.

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About Sophie Peanut

Sophie Peanut

 

Hi, I am illustrator based in Halifax (UK). I draw and paint in a variety of media. I like to sketch the world around me and tell stories through pictures.

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