Learn to sketch vibrant urban street scenes with this Pen & Wash drawing short course in Sydney. Join a professional artist and explore the neighbourhood while capturing rich cityscapes, seasonal surroundings, and public spaces with pen and watercolour wash techniques.
This hands-on course starts in the classroom before heading outdoors to carefully selected scenic locations. You'll enhance your urban sketching skills, experiment with different styles, and learn how to convey mood, time, and place in your compositions. By the end of the day, you'll have a thorough understanding of perspective, colour washes, tonal value, and journaling to support your artistic development.
Course Outline
- Observation and simplification of complex scenes
- Perspective and composition fundamentals
- Exploring proportion, light, shade, and volume
Schedule & Pricing
- Duration: 1-day workshop, 9:30am–3:30pm
- Location: Sydney Community College, 2A Gordon St, Rozelle NSW
- Fee: $199. Discount of 15% if enrolled in two or more drawing courses
Additional Information
- Class proceeds in most weather; undercover venues used in case of rain
- Some coloured paints are provided
You will learn
- Sketch urban scenes capturing time, place, and architectural detail
- Use watercolour washes to create depth and highlight focal points
- Apply perspective, tonal value, and observational drawing techniques
You will get
- Expert guidance from a professional artist
- Outdoor sketching experience at inspiring locations
- Some watercolour paints provided for use in class
Appropriate for
Ideal for those with some drawing experience or who have previously completed beginner or urban sketching courses.
What to bring
- Weather-appropriate clothing and walking shoes
- Water bottle, lunch and/or snacks
- Sketching materials per supplied materials list
What to wear
Casual
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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