Loose Watercolour & Ink Urban Sketching Tutorial: How to Sketch a Charming Flower and Plant Shop

If you love urban sketching, botanical scenes, and the dreamy charm of a cozy plant and flower shop, this watercolor & ink tutorial is a must-watch! In this step-by-step class, I’ll walk you through the process of sketching and painting a flower and plant shop using loose watercolor techniques combined with expressive ink lines.
Whether you’re a beginner exploring the world of watercolor or an intermediate artist looking to improve your sketching skills, this tutorial will guide you in bringing a vibrant street scene to life.

What You’ll Learn:

How to sketch a florist shop storefront quickly and confidently using ink
Techniques for painting plants, pots, flowers, and architectural details in a loose watercolour style
Tips for creating depth and contrast with light washes and bold lines
How to use fresh colour palettes with ease
Urban sketching tricks to add life and personality to your artwork

Discover the joy of capturing everyday beauty with your sketchbook and brush. You’ll create a delightful scene that celebrates nature, creativity, and the peaceful energy of a neighbourhood plant shop.

This class is perfect for:

Urban sketchers
Watercolor beginners & enthusiasts
Artists who love florals, nature, and street scenes
Anyone looking for a relaxing and inspiring creative session

Join me as we blend the magic of ink and watercolor to illustrate a flower and plant shop that bursts with charm and colour. You’ll finish this class with a frame-worthy piece and new skills for any urban sketching adventure.

Art supplies I use:-

Canson Montval Watercolour Paper, Cold Pressed 300 GSM A5 Size
Sennelier Raphael SoftAqua Mop brushes and Round Brushes
Sakura Pigma Micron Drawing Pen - 05 Black
Windsor and Newton Cotman Watercolors (12 Shades basic) and 10 ml Cobalt Turquoise
Masking tape (1/2 inch)
Tubs of water
Hair Dryer
Cotton Cloth to Clean Brush

Join the class and enjoy watercolors!
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See you soon, Bye.

Emma Goto

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