Sketching Buildings Using Pen and Watercolour - Yateley Library - Saturday 14th November 2026 - 10.00am

Sketching Buildings Using Pen and Watercolour 

Yateley Library

Saturday 14th November 2026

10.00am to 1.00pm

Join this lively workshop exploring how to sketch buildings and streets using watercolour, pencil, and pen. Through clear demonstrations and hands‑on practice, you’ll learn techniques for capturing architecture quickly, expressively, and with confidence. Perfect for anyone wanting to loosen up their sketching and bring scenes to life with energy and atmosphere.

Learning Goals:

• Use pencil, pen, and watercolour techniques to create an observational sketch of a building. 
• Apply basic perspective principles to improve the accuracy and depth of sketches.
• Complete a sketching exercise that supports observational skills and mindful creative practice.
• Combine different media to create atmosphere within sketches.

Aims of the Course: This is a practical workshop where you’ll learn to quickly sketch buildings and streets using watercolour, pencil, and pen through demonstration and hands‑on practice.

Who is this course for: This course is for people who would love to improve their watercolour skills in a fun, supportive and encouraging environment.

Previous knowledge or experience: This course is suitable for all.

How will I learn: You will learn from watching the tutor demonstrate techniques then having a go yourself.

How will I be assessed: You will receive encouragement and constructive feedback throughout the sessions.

What shall I bring: A list of materials will be provided a week before the start of the course. If you need this earlier, please get in touch with Hampshire Achieves (adult.learning@hants.gov.uk)

Next steps: Further art classes through Hampshire Learning in Libraries, local art groups

Refund: If a learner decides to withdraw from a course before a course begins, the following charges should be made:

• 21 working days or more before course starts a full refund will be issued
• 7 - 20 working days before course starts a £10 admin fee will be charged
• Less than 7 working days before the course starts no refund will be made

If you have limited mobility which could affect your ability to safely self-evacuate, please let us know when booking. You will be contacted by a member of the Hampshire Achieves Team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.

You will be contacted by a member of the Hampshire Achieves Team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.

If this event is sold out please contact adult.learning@hants.gov.uk so that we can inform you of any future courses.

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