Urban Sketching Drawing Course
Discover how to capture the energy and character of Sydney’s urban environment in this hands-on urban sketching course. Guided by a professional artist, you’ll explore cafes, parks and public spaces while learning to draw realistic street scenes and beautiful buildings.
No prior drawing experience is required. Over two Saturdays, you’ll work in a small group to develop your observation skills, simplify complex scenes and create strong compositions. Starting in the classroom and then heading outdoors, you’ll learn to frame, edit and crop your view to create dynamic sketches that capture a true sense of time and place.
You’ll practise perspective, proportion, light and shade using just a sketchbook and pencil. More experienced students may explore tonal values, incorporate figures or add colour (with tutor guidance).
Learning Outcomes
- Understand urban sketching as an art form and movement.
- Apply single-point and two-point perspective in street scenes.
- Improve observation and composition to simplify complex views.
Course Content
- Accurate observation techniques
- Perspective and composition
- Proportion, volume, light and shade
Schedule & Pricing
- 2 Saturdays, 9:00am–12:30pm
- Fee: $289
- Small class size (maximum 12 students)
Additional Information
- Course proceeds in most weather; undercover locations used if needed.
- Optional 15% discount when enrolling in two or more drawing courses at checkout.
Details
You will learn
- Draw urban street scenes with confidence
- Use perspective to create depth and accuracy
- Compose and simplify complex environments
You will get
- Expert guidance from a professional artist
- Small group learning experience
- Two immersive outdoor sketching sessions
Appropriate for
Designed for all levels, from complete beginners to experienced sketchers.
Preparation
What to bring
- A4 or A5 sketchbook
- 2B and 4B pencils with sharpener and erasers
- Water bottle, lunch and comfortable walking shoes
What to wear
Comfortable clothing suitable for weather and walking shoes
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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