A totally relaxed URBAN SKETCHING session on the coast of Scotland

It's that time of year...when the breeze is warm enough to be on the coast for a while without freezing! Which means I'm getting outside as often as possible to draw and paint. The focus now is to improve my architectural and streetscape sketching. Urban sketching is difficult where I live because we are in the countryside, but I can go to small towns nearby to practice. #watercolor #pleinair
Tools:
Strathmore Sketchbook (discontinued)
Sailor Fude 55 degree nib with Peter Moss ink by Ferris Wheel Press (green)
Derwent Line Maker Sepia .5 Pen
Daniel Smith Watercolors
Orange Posca Pen
Rain
Thanks Wolfy for filming me!
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[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Since I live in the countryside, it's hard to get immerse in an urban environment unless I go to one of the "BIG" cities 😜 but I will visit lots of little towns which offer their own charming version of 'urban' backdrops. Next time I might try my dried gouache palette. And I also want to take my alcohol markers out for a spin...

[@bluewren65]

Yes, do more urban sketching and painting! But, honestly, do what pleases you, I'll watch it.

[@zenlife1200]

I quite like the stone buildings you have in Scotland. I was born there but moved to New Zealand when I was 2 so although there are some interesting old buildings to sketch here, it's a much younger country so there isn't the history in the buildings, that there is in Scotland. Do you have any Urban Sketching groups near you? The symposium was held here in Auckland about a month ago but I didn't know about it until too late. My little town doesn't have a group unfortunately, as it's something that's really starting to interest me. Have you seen Albert Kiefer's urban scenes done with the alcohol markers? I really like his work. It looks a lot like watercolor but it's all done with layering the markers. Yes please to more urban sketching 👍😃

[@watercolourmark]

Your use of the word 'urban' is looser than my sketching 😁

[@susankaempfer8427]

He he 😁. I live in Switzerland. The first Swiss usk symposium was held in a village that’s literally been around since the 9th century (not nineteenth, ninth) and has a population of about 1200. We had a lot of discussions about what qualifies as urban.

[@Frieda_Kamstra]

Yes please! I like also the cars and road signs and markets for example. But architecture also. Great!

[@stellaball7289]

I love seeing the plein air and urban sketching videos. Thank you.

[@LovinLnCottage]

Blessings , Sarah and Wolfie. Eyes in a face of any being are the windows to the Soul. Windows in a building are the “eyes” of the building, giving one an impression of what may be found within. I enjoy windows, too. AML!🙏

[@sharilynnupsdell9195]

Keep ‘em coming… whatever you are working on… it’s all good to see where you are exploring and taking us along for the ride!

[@dorianadesanto4158]

I love the variety of ways you used the dagger

[@perinilan4364]

Yes, to more of your urban sketching videos, and gouache painting architecture as well!

[@gingerbuchanan2795]

I'll watch whatever you upload.

[@JS-kn6pg]

Yes! I'd love to see more urban sketching from you!

[@Blick_Art]

We saw in a recent video that Sarah packs lean, and we're so impressed with the results she got with a small, but carefully selected kit of supplies! Also, that fountain pen is so chic and elegant! There needs to be one in every sketch kit!

[@twycross3]

Yes! I'd love to see architecture in coming episodes

[@sephanisbetart298]

yes, more and more gouache too! Loving it all!

[@jillweisensee7839]

Really enjoyed watching your urban sketching and hope to see more. Found it helpful to watch you loosen up your painting and go with the (rain) flow. Thank you, Sarah!

[@user-wk1mw9nj3i76]

I like the dunes best, too. It’s fun to see how you approach different subjects, and you captured the charm of the old buildings. IMHO your touch with natural scenes is genuine and unique! RESPECT.

[@andreatorraca8755]

Love the rained on one……

[@michep.169]

yes I did enjoyed it very much. It is encouraging to see it is not always perfect and I am glad you showed that. On youtube we only see the perfect painting, perfect sketches, etc.

[@mklarson2980]

Yes to architecture, urban sketching and all the things! And, I hope you'll be back for the bridge and beach scene too💛

[@FaithAnnNB]

I definitely want to see more country village scenes!! Gouache, watercolour, build a sandcastle… whatever you feel like😊. Personally, I like buildings, lighthouses, boats… doesn’t have to be cityscapes!

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Sand castle! Heehee...actually when I was younger I entered some sand sculpture competitions. One year we created a life-size car and sat in it! We got second place :)

[@MSKCCooke]

Yes...because the architecture is different too...and I'd love to see how you grow, and get faster. I need that too!

[@barbaraperkins3747]

Yes, more urban but in gouache! Have fun at the workshop ❤

[@kawilsonart]

Love the urban sketching. Something I would love to do.

[@thepoetryofcolor]

This was so enjoyable to watch! Yes to more urban sketching from me! 🥳

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

I find cityscapes, buildings....in watercolour most difficult...well done! I acutally loved how cleverly you used one dagger brush for watercolour

[@claricek2653]

🤗I was kidding with you. I should have just said, I appreciate your work😉

[@anndavidson287]

Yes loved when you kept rain drops on your piece.! I enjoy all videos of you painting esp. outside with pen and watercolors or gouache!! I have painted mostly waterscapes in acrylic but want to get back to sketchbook experiments after mayor illnesses. Thanks Sarah for inspiration and knowledge you share!! P. from Canada 🍁 ❤

[@LouMaxVideos]

Yes... More buildings and cityscapes with gouache... Thanks...

[@Sam34292]

I enjoyed this little trip to the coast of Scotland, and your sketches. Lovely music too❤ from Australia

[@kathyhackney7950]

❤❤I love it!!! Its perfect! I knew you're urban sketches woke be great. Stay loose!

[@michellemarsan5390]

Yes, more architecture in watercolor and gouache please. Love them! And great job! ❤

[@jojojo8835]

Yes please, definitely more urban sketching!❤ I get that you really wanted to paint landscape though, so I’m wondering about a hybrid style with buildings next to a loch/cliff/river/natural harbour or something? I don’t know about your neck of the woods but I dimly remember seeing a lot when we went to the west coast islands and highlands.

[@colemine7008]

This was lovely.

[@paulappswildlifeart]

Good sketches Sarah, as you say great practice for that workshop coming up. Cheers Paul

[@bahardavutoglu6225]

Hey Sarah, thanks for Sharing. Love your Videos and would appreciate to See more of your urban sketching practices so please Share some More ❤

[@k_golly_g]

I would love to see more architecture even though I subscribed for the land scrapes. 😁

[@mrs.z605]

I love watching you paint in any setting. You are amazing and I adore your heart! ❤️✝️🌹✝️❤️ If you decide to visit the US, please come to Alabama. 😁 Thank you for sharing! ❤

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Hmm I'm not sure I would survive the heat!

[@mrs.z605]

@@SarahBurnsStudio you may be right. It is super hot here lately. However, family heritage traces back to the Highlands, at DunRobin . . . Hopefully, I will get to see Scotland one day. 😁 Blessings to you and yours! ❤️

[@Ivanhoe999]

Glad to see you active again…

[@jant4741]

Opening shot is like a movie good 👍 Neat how you used the rain drops. Looking forward to what you bring back from city scape wc workshop.

[@kathsoulsby873]

I enjoy watching you paint anything but would definitely like to see more urban/small town sketching. Enjoy the workshop with Iain Stewart..I recognized in your video that he had done a sketch of Annecy which just so happens to be one of my favourite cities when I went on vacation to France in the late 80's.

[@s.courtneywalton1737]

Yes to more architecture! No to gouache. I prefer watercolors.

[@dneel468]

We want it all :) but definitely more architecture. You have such incredible buildings where you are, everywhere you look is beyond paintable. How spoiled you must feel most days. I’d much prefer small villages to big cities. Much more interesting in my opinion.

[@paulah317]

This was so much fun to see your process. Inspiring! The videography is fantastic!!!! Thanks Wolfy!!!! And I'm so jealous you get to be with Iain Stewart....he's so cool, I live his work and have his book. Will be excited to see what you learn from him and see your paintings.

[@willjanssen8030]

Keep it up, I enjoy your videos.

[@moma-b]

1:16 😂 That's why I always take a photo first. 😎

[@c.f.callier]

I definitely would've been drawn to the dunes over the buildings too. Great job on staying focused and getting some practice in. I enjoyed hearing your thoughts on why you chose to use a dagger brush. I look forward to more urban sketching.

[@Frieda_Kamstra]

Nice work with the dagger!

[@Marti_Lay]

Yes with Gouache and urbanscapes. thanks

[@Teeeeeeener]

I like this. It's nice to see you challenge yourself. Flex those atrophied art muscles. :)

[@jeanbCA]

Love seeing you paint the humanscape as well as Mother Nature’s handiwork ❤ I’m glad you pointed out how even a pro needs practice on things you don’t do regularly. It’s so true for everyone, but I think we get caught in the idea that “professional” means “perfect” - when really it means “practiced”! Yes please on the gouache, too 👏

[@MSKCCooke]

Fact that the cars moved on you😅 so it isn't just me?!

[@beautifully_wonderfullymade]

This video reminded me of the time I stopped at a local nature walk to do some Plein Air painting. I chose this spot specifically because the grass was long. The grass had so much character and it was so beautifully lit the sunlight falling through the trees. Then while I was painting the local council maintenance workers came and mowed the grass down. I had a little giggle and finished my hot thermas coffee. I mean what else can you do? I happen to accidentally choose lawn mowing day.

[@anindita9387]

Really enjoyed ur urban sketching…more please😊…in gouache too

[@dollygrice677]

Fun. I hope you get to paint those amazing clouds and dunes with the old piers. What a great landscape. I share your frustration about the moving cars and people. I do the permanent stuff first and add the mobile stuff (or leave them out because I suck at painting people). urban sketching is my excuse to grab lunch in town.

[@MrsBarnabas]

Thank you for the best urban sketch video I've seen on ArtTube! I've seen 'quite a few' (English understatement) in my quest for help with my 'new' plein air environment and been disappointed every time. ('New only in the sense that after almost 7 years here, it's only recently that I've actually been able to go and do it in the local town - boring, long story! - and even now, not on the regular basis I long for! This was calm, no mention of "You only get about 20 minutes before the light changes", simply a comment that it took an hour to do the two sketches. No grumbles about the weather, just a humorous comment about the rain and finding a way to embrace and incorporate the rain drops. No really messy scribbles, but relaxed drawing... I think what makes the difference is that we're both 'open landscape' painters doing urban sketching, and with landscape / pastoral / coastal painting, we paint to a different time scale, very different techniques, with a different attitude to weather, changing light, no stress if someone / something moves, etc, but just taking it all in our stride. So again, thank you Sarah. I begin to feel 'normal' again. I'd love to see you paint more of your local small town 'cityscapes', with a mix of gouache sometimes, watercolour sometimes (I mostly use watercolour & / or pencil). If this is anything to go by, it'll help me a lot to relax more and just do my own thing when I'm face on to a 13th century plaster and beam building instead of my comfort zone of farmhouses, barns, huge fields, big, weather-full skies, wide-open spaces and large paintings using big washes of colour and contrast. 😊

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

What I love about drawing/painting buildings is the scale/perspective challenge. It really forces me to SEE..like properly see. Not just look. And overall it makes me a more accurate draftsman (if I keep going) My addiction to learning gets excited by this kind of challenge

[@MrsBarnabas]

@@SarahBurnsStudio Yes!!!!! to all of that! _My addiction to learning gets excited by this kind of challenge_ Yes! I need to apply this to the urban sketching as I do to other things as well as other art. I need to kick-start my '"This is a new adventure" mode. I've just been so ... bogged down and tired due to life-stuff which I can't see how to resolve (a difficulty for someone who's used to dealing with and enjoying challenges and problem-solving, so it's all a totally weird feeling!). Consequently, over the last few months, I've let myself get really homesick for the first time in the seven years I've been here - not for the UK itself, but for the beautiful little house and garden I left behind and big, open spaces, countryside and sea, and the freedom of large, expressive washes and colour, and ... yes, as someone who made a similar major, overseas move at the same time as I made mine, I guess you understand a bit of this... I've not 'said it out loud' before! Time to shake myself out of this non-productive, self-destructive, weird place I'm in, remember that I've had some superb encouragement occasionally, that I have a wonderful, ever-present friend in the God who loves me unreservedly, and work with what is till 'what is' is better, however long it seems to be taking. _My addiction to learning gets excited by this kind of challenge_ Thanks again, Sarah! 😊

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

@@MrsBarnabas I understand, and I hope you find ways to get back to your natural state of being. I can recommend this book to help shake off the cobwebs: "The Creative Act: A Way of Being" by Rick Rubin (I kind of want to share it in a video because it has so many AH HA moments...) I'll just leave you with this quote: “Living life as an artist is a practice. You are either engaging in the practice or you’re not. It makes no sense to say you’re not good at it. It’s like saying, “I’m not good at being a monk.” You are either living as a monk or you’re not. We tend to think of the artist’s work as the output. The real work of the artist is a way of being in the world.”

[@MrsBarnabas]

@@SarahBurnsStudio Sarah, thank you for being so understanding! I went and made a cup of tea after my comment, and thought, "It is so silly, because once I'm on site, _I love the challenge_ !" And it's true. It _is_ silly! It's all the stuff which keeps preventing me from being able to actually get out, to _be_ there and which is currently impossible to resolve, and so, of course, I begin to over-think... _"You are either living as a monk or you’re not."_ or as a hermit ... Circumstances have limited me to home a lot of the time, but for sure, I'm no hermit - I enjoy passer-by interaction when I'm out far too much to enjoy hermitage life! And this, too, is very, very true: _"The real work of the artist is a way of being in the world.”_ because an artist isn't just someone who creates with brush, paint and paper (or whichever of the many media available for making art of all sorts), but someone whose natural curiosity, creativity, imagination and relationship with the world around them has a positive effect, whether the artist is conscious of it, or not. Sleep well, Sarah! I'm off to bed as soon as I've finished my cuppa and tidied the kitchen.🛌 😊

[@TheInappropriateArtist]

Yes please. More architecture with gouache. I have been struggling to include architecture into my paintings and for some reason watching you do it helps relax me enough to try for myself. I want to thank you so much for everything you do. Your presence here on KZbin brings me encouragement when I am struggling. Right now I am working on a 17x23 inch gouache on canson 140 lb paper with my new brushes designed by you!!! It's a real challenge to paint a gouache at the size. Have you? And if you have do you have any pointers? I would love to hear your experience on painting gouache in large sizes.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Oh wow, that's big paper! I think the biggest gouache I've done is 12x16? I still always start with a more diluted wash of color to kind of establish the major shapes or get some fun color flow to work with. Then naturally build up the layers and get thicker on top. I guess it just involves more paint!

[@TheInappropriateArtist]

@@SarahBurnsStudio Yes so much more paint! I do also have a fantasy wish to ask of you... Would you design a larger set of brushes? I would die for a 1 1/2 or a 1 in flat...2" might be pushing it but I sure could have used it in the sky. I am filming the process and posting it on my KZbin channel. I am hoping that next week I will be posting the finished painting. I'd love for you to see what your brushes help me accomplish 😁 I love the ones I'm using so so so much!!!!!

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

@TheInappropriateArtist Oh gosh I wish I could just design all the brushes in the world 😄 sadly I don't own a brush company and I'm kinda limited. I am working with Craftamo to make a subscription box which will involve some new brushes but I hadn't planned for any extra large brushes.

[@TheInappropriateArtist]

@@SarahBurnsStudio Well maybe I'm just planting a seed for the future 🥰. No matter what I'm so happy with what I have. Thank you thank you!

[@bhite632]

Yes more Urban Sketching but using gouache. Keep up the good work a Patron .

[@nalissa77]

Yes! I'd like to see more urban sketching please. Thanks!

[@tracyswan3419]

I was there the day before you and the beach is beautiful. A great place to let go and find calm. Didn’t take any art equipment that time but I visit as often as I can.

[@essietangle9931]

Glad you explained the dagger, I wondered why. Buildings etc. are so difficult. When you take your classes with Ian I hope your husband will be there filming for you if it is allowed. The dunes were very special, thanks for showing them.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

No I'm going alone, also I won't be able to film his demos since it's a paid tutorship but I'll be able to film bits and pieces along the way and should be able to give a good view of what it was like to be there!

[@colinjoyceart]

Very relaxing to watch with a cup of coffee Sarah. It also reminds me I need to plan in another visit to the Moray coast. Lossiemouth is a great little town.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Cheers! Is this anything like Aberdour?

[@colinjoyceart]

@@SarahBurnsStudio it's bigger than Aberdour. If you've never explored this area before you're going to love it.

[@claricek2653]

Thank you. I'm sorry you didn't get much reward, but I certainly needed that this morning. I live in NYC, Brooklyn, and I'm trying to teach myself to sketch/draw my environment. I have no real art skill, but the challenge is so much fun. It's all I want to do. 😁

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

I guess by 'reward' I meant more like how much I got done within the hour...usually it's much more! But it showed me what I need to practice :)

[@jenniferdoyleart]

Yes please more urban sketching. I get so much anxiety around people. I find it’s hard to paint when someone is watching. I’m getting better with it as my skill level improves. I would love to how you handle it your such a pro.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Most people don't stare over my shoulder. 95% of them walk by, pause and say "beautiful" or "that's coming along nicely." Not often someone stays long and stares. But if I notice it, I just start chatting to them. I often find they have never seen an artist working in person, so it simply fascinates them. OR it's someone who has a relative who paints :) haha...but yea, I just don't care. I either get a good conversation or I just keep painting and ignore them if they are just stopping quickly.

[@jenniferdoyleart]

@@SarahBurnsStudio Sarah thanks so much. I am looking forward to more videos. Good luck at your workshop I’m sure you will be amazing.

[@ellenp7455]

Can't believe you refrained from sketching those gorgeous dunes!!! Who needs buildings and cars, when there's such beauty! Be honest ...may be you did sneak in a little sketch of them? I very much hope that you did!

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

I paint here often, usually the dunes! So don't worry I have lots of sketchbook pages full of that view :)

[@stephenwelham]

Great video and yes some gouache for builds urban sketching

[@kazfarndon4990]

I went through a stage of thinking I should learn to urban paint, had a couple of tries but found absolutely no joy or connection in painting them. It wasnt about how difficult they are to render, which they are compared to nature, but buildings just didnt move my soul enough to paint...Love your determination to concur all challenges

[@GrandmaMuggy]

I also love landscape but am trying to do more sketching and paint in of buildings, etc. It gives a broader memory of your travels or neighborhood if that makes sense. I am also interested in gouache. Oh and I have been trying water brushes but there is a learning curve. I love your channel and your work! Thanks !

[@perinilan4364]

My goal this past couple years has been to do more urban sketching, looser & faster. If you’re doing your workshop with Ian Fennelly, you’ll definitely learn that. He’s a super artist, instructor and really nice guy (tells good jokes too). Have fun and hope you’ll share what you do in your workshop, no matter who the artist is leading it.

[@LittleWorldofSienna]

Thank you for sharing this Sarah, it's so relaxing to watch the urban sketch progress into an amazing and beautiful painting 🧡 💛

[@jesswoodhere]

YES! More cityscapes and architecture please! ❤

[@VitasArtworks]

thank you for sharing this sarah. i also try architekture here and than... and yes its for me also more diffecult than animals or landscapes :D

[@rhonda1631]

WOW, the landscape if beautiful. I must say though it was really nice to have a switch up in you drawing the buildings. Thank you for sharing your journey. I'm so jealous but happy you're able to do an Ian workshop. On my bucket list! Have fun!!! p.s. would love to see more architecture.

[@MusingsFromTheDen]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching you paint. I've just started following you on Instagram. 😊

[@dmortelli1]

I think including urban sketching is a great idea! It’s interesting to see your techniques with this subject also (but I’m an architect so what do you expect 😂). By the way I’m a long time follower but am a Patreon member now! Awesome content! Great relaxing video Sarah 🎨🖌️☀️🌙⭐️🌎

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

I think my techniques evolve each time I do it, so I can't wait to see what it's like by the end of the summer! (I'll be surprised as much as you all!) Welcome aboard!

[@AdventuresWithRobin]

If you want to practice buildings you could do castles and enjoy the countryside at the same time! I love your work regardless of what you are painting!

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Very true, I have a couple in mind...

[@lightwavz]

I think you had a great session! You have to know how you work to adapt. I have found great "mentorship" in Liz Chaderton and Liz Steel in getting the ideas down quickly. Granted Liz Steel worked as an architect before going to art full time, but her style and workflow are amazing to see. 😊

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

I love her! Iain is also an architect, so I'll be in good hands!

[@lightwavz]

​@@SarahBurnsStudioHooray! I cannot wait to see your takes on using watercolor and gouache. And hopefully you paint that old bridge structure someday. It WAS dreamy.

[@karennielsen9248]

I love both landscapes and urban settings. Seems like they both present their own challenges and rewards. The small towns where you live are so pretty and historic, I enjoy seeing them as well as the beautiful countryside.

[@francinetoni268]

Yes, more!, 😂

[@artistmcbrown98902]

Wow, the dunes and that sky with those clouds... But if you need to brush up on your urban painting skill s then you should so you can get the most out of your upcoming workshop. Gouache is always good. 😁 And hello from my wife Arlene and I up here in Yakima, Washington! We love your art and your KZbin channel!

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Hey there! Yes the dunes/sea view are incredible but I paint it often so it's good to get some variety and challenge in :)

[@LaLa_ArtGal]

Hey, Neighbor!! I'm up in Bellingham! So compared to Scotland, we're neighbors. 😉

[@leanngoodall7602]

I would definitely love to see more architectural paintings. In watercolour and gouache.

[@KarinDijkstra]

I love the green ink!❤ and also the brown...I'm also trying to start urban sketching but I find the black pen lines to hard maybe I have to try a brown pen!

[@wilmamccoul]

I think they look good . I think it’s great that you’re challenging yourself and it’s wonderful you get to work with Ian. His work is amazing. I look forward to seeing more urban area sketching. The weather looks so comfortable there.

[@pamelasorrells2187]

I'd love to see more architecture Sarah! 💙 You do both beautifully!

[@jeffsayer2888]

Hi Sarah, love the urban sketching, please can you list your equipment next time

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

It's in the description

[@sussijensen2465]

Love it a love watercoler but i am lorning I have difficult in drawing an my English is rusted. I’m from Denmark have a good day

[@jeffsayer2888]

Thanks Sarah, I am old I forgot about the description 😊

[@laurahale5774]

Thank you for this watercolor sketching session! It's beautiful.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@headaweeks]

Loved it! Watching the layers and depth take shape is so satisfying! 😊👍

[@christypowell-oh7hy]

I loved both of them and your embracing of raindrops. Yes, more architecture would be lovely and definitely yes to gouache. Thank you for your videos.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

It will definitely be fun to do it with gouache. I am thinking toned paper sketchbook...

[@sara_diaz]

💚💚🧡❤️💚💚😍

[@susanreinersuedahl]

Thank you Sarah. Love the scenes. I was in Scotland so many years ago. Love the dagger brush.

[@chellyg910]

Yes! I would love to see more architecture paintings in gouache. What a coincidence my summer challenge this year is to start painting more urban sketches. I have been loving all the city and town landscapes done by fellow artists now I want to try. Your upcoming workshop is perfect timing lol. Loving your videos, thank you for posting.

[@margaretsmith51]

Thank you for sharing your urban sketching, really enjoyed. It is good to get some architecture in your sketchbook and I would like see more from you. You always inspire me with all that you do. Watched your vlog over breakfast this morning beautiful imagery and honest chat………I understand how being in the wild landscape in Scotland envelopes you. I always think of my holidays in Scotland as soul cleansing, that’s how it makes me feel. Keep up the good work and I would like you to know that I really appreciate all that you do.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Thank you so much 💜

[@dew1_rosal14]

Nice to see you practice urbansketching. It does not have to be in a big city. Even your neighbors house can be fun to draw. (And good practice) Love your landscapes too by the way

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Yea I was thinking of drawing some local homes I just don't like feeling like a creeper. The other day I saw a beautiful rose bush blooming over my neighbors trash bins and I was like I need to paint that! 😂

[@hArtyTruffle]

Architecture would make great practice for your workshop. Gouache/watercolour, love them both. 👍🏼

[@leeanneashton]

Ahh Sarah I loved this , would love to see some more ❤

[@Blacklab369]

Absolutely beautiful as always Sarah! And can I just say that I had to watch the very beginning of your video a couple of times because that transition of you walking past you logo was just so smooth and perfect. Your videos are always so enjoyable to watch because of the amazing cinematography, the inspiring art, and your calm/genuine personality. Keep up all of your hard work :)

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Haha thank you for noticing! It took 40 minutes to make that single clip! lol

[@jam4441]

I would love to know more about the birds that pop up in your videos. I wonder if you have many migratory birds over there ? And anything you choose to paint I will enjoy watching...raindrops and all.

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

The one at the end was a Grey Heron, very common here, and yes many migratory birds

[@ann-marielofberg1159]

That would be fun to see more architechter, but also wanna see videos with nature included.

[@kr2112]

That was great, Sarah! Thank you! Can you please note here, if possible, what kind of pens you were using and maybe also what dagger brush? It’s funny that you said at the end something like as urban as it can be here. That was my first thought: when you walked into town it looked so quaint. I’m so used to seeing your surroundings that seem so serene and pristine, so it was crazy to see you drawing the buildings and then flip around to the peaceful ocean! I wouldn’t have guessed they were in the same place! I love window panes, too! Maybe it has something to do with “order?” or pattern/repetition? Yes, please, more “urban” drawings. It’s fun to see the contrast between those and your other work. Thanks, again!

[@asiawilk]

I'd love to see that in gouache! I am the same in that I love landscapes and nature but I find architecture really challenging. Lately though I have been interested in sketching and painting architecture. I think your paintings are lovely☺

[@terrilyon6825]

I've started doing the blocks of colour loosely in watercolour and then drawing the buildings etc in with a fine ink liner over the top as I wanted things to feel looser too. I find It's really hard to be loose when I like to be precise and am fighting my crippling perfectionist streak 🙈

[@SarahBurnsStudio]

Ahh that's an interesting approach

[@LaLa_ArtGal]

I'm really looking forward to seeing more of your urban sketching. I'm trying to do more of that myself, because my version of "urban sketching" so often turns into a focus on that flower growing in a crack in the sidewalk. 😂

[@jessicastrideart]

Hi from a new subscriber! I loved watching you sketch the buildings, yes do more!😍