Urban Sketching Series Pt 3 | Tips on how to breakdown a scene to simple flat shapes

[@chimelaogu9587]

Never stop creating videos. You have no idea how grateful I am for your tutorials. Thank you!

[@meh12391]

Whenever I felt lost or like I'd hit a wall in my drawing, I've always been able to turn to this channel for help. Something as simple as going back to the basics really can help get your head back together. Just any video. You're a great teacher. All the best, man.

[@sanjuroxxx]

You are there clearest online instructor I've come across! Keep doing what you are doing.

[@alphonsodunn]

thanks much :-)

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[@rolandoojo3853]

your not only a good artists but a good teacher too.i learn a lot of using shapes in sketching and how u can organize it in our drawing.thanks

[@helenem4586]

Breaking down the complex to the simple and then building up the simple to the complex is a useful tool employed by many sketchers, but your mastery of this principle and your exposition of same is unparalleled on youtube. Many thanks for your teaching.

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks much 🙏

[@gilbey80]

I got so bogged down when I would approuch an idea or project that I end up not doing it. Lost all desire. This video has brought back the basics that I had some how "forgot" I think you break it down very nicely for those that don't have this knowledge. Subbed, Liked & a BIG Thank you for waking me up and inspiring again!

[@littleripper312]

The blue pen has such a cool look to it! I really like the look as opposed to black ink.

[@alphonsodunn]

me too

[@violetsme6960]

Alphonso, you make it look so easy. Can't wait for your book to arrive! You break things down and simplify them like no other teacher I've encountered. You really are a gifted artist and teacher. And honestly, you seem like s great person as well. The world is a better place with you in it! Thank you.

[@alphonsodunn]

+Violetsme thanks so much! Glad I can help with your journey and progress

[@gaertlY]

Bro, i had some unfinished arts on my walls and was looking for some inspirational techniques, after I've heard your voice, ive imediately started to fill them out, even without lookin the video, just hearing your voice, you probably should make a podcast about your view and techniques, you're quite inspirational! God bless you, thanks!

[@DianaMecum]

Really enjoy the Urban Sketching series!

[@kentwiggers3547]

I have watched many of your videos and have been very impressed. As you go through life you find a very few people who are really outstanding in their field. I have had two people in 70 years that were teachers. You are number three. You have a gift as a teacher and a great artist. Your teaching skills are second to none.

[@alphonsodunn]

Kent Wiggers DVM That means alot to me. Thank you so much

[@writeruthterry]

Thanks for the good instruction. I'm drawing nearly everyday, partly because your videos have helped me how to simplify drawings.

[@alphonsodunn]

ruth terry glad to know I could help :-)

[@MLeeT21]

I love those blocks of value around where the road meets the tracks. Also so glad to to you back. I love these videos.

[@alphonsodunn]

MLeeT21 thanks much.. it adds some contrast :-)

[@elijahshin4496]

I find the downgrading all the shapes into simplest forms very helpful! I really appreciate it! :)

[@markdonovan1540]

I'm a bit late to your tutorials, so it's just as well that you've produced a TIMELESS series of invaluable tips. That idea of the fulcrum and how balancing can be achieved with different elements is mind blowing, yet so simple when you explain it that way. I hadn't considered that before, so I'll be paying more attention and trying this out. A key takeaway from this video is your statement "SIMPLE to COMPLEX" and your FLEXIBLE APPROACH to design and composition so that the drawing process may be RELAXING and ENJOYABLE

[@louisemissouri4410]

I've seen other artists doing this when beginning their plein air painting sketches but never had it explained so clearly. Wish I could afford your book but am not working right now but once I am I think your book will be my sketching/drawing bible. Thank you so much for sharing all your years of knowledge!!! atb Louise :)

[@thereallucas5982]

I have drawn for 5 ish years now, and never could "decode" a scene. I'm doing architecture at the minuite and this 1 video has helped allot and boosted my confidence thanks alphonso :)

[@alphonsodunn]

Glad it helped! Thanks

[@AlthoffAdventures]

i cant thank you enough! your videos have taught me so much more and i have refound my lost passion for drawing! i got so discouraged in highschool, because of the poor teaching techniques but your videos have changed all of that! thank you again so much

[@alphonsodunn]

Youre very welcome. Glad I can help

[@ivan-levpolezhaev9418]

OH GOD!!! Mr.Alphonso, you have just opened my eyes on the whole thing! I mean not only this series of videos, but every single one of them!!)) You know, your tips, your style and all that stuff are out of this world! Having said that I have to admit that I am so glad that I found your channel! I can hardly pick my words in order to express my feelings! You are tremendously talented while at the same time kind of a super kind person sharing your knowledge and helping others!)) Thank you so much, to say the least! Outstanding!!

[@alphonsodunn]

+Joe Pole Thanks so much for taking the time to share that...I appreciate that, and I'm glad you find them useful :-)

[@kathrynsenf9529]

Wow. This is the best explanation/visual on this subject I have ever scene. Absolutely great! Thank you😊👍

[@catnip6357]

You explain so well... you break it down in bite-size information and all of a sudden we can grasp it. Besides drawing, I think that's one of your best talent. You're a great teacher. Thanks so much for sharing your knowlege with all of us :)

[@alphonsodunn]

catnip63 The pleasure is all mine. I'm just glad its appreciated. Thanks

[@tbrown6559]

Such a great instructor, thanks! Love your books also.

[@MrYeshaav]

How did you get this good at explaining things? I really respect how well you break down and explain things... Great tutorial!

[@alphonsodunn]

MrYeshaav thanks much..glad you learned something from it :-)

[@aaliya7410]

I can't believe I came across your channel right now. I feel so bad because I'm always browsing through art videos and finding new artists but I never saw yours. You are so talented👏

[@alphonsodunn]

Never too late : )

[@Shub99]

Love the way you explain and demonstrate how to think things through

[@alphonsodunn]

No problem :-)

[@SudeshKatugampola]

Thank you for the post. I ordered your book today. Can't wait to receive it

[@emdomgab]

You make it sound and look so easy. Great tutorial.

[@Treellet2056]

Hey, glad to have you back ... I like it all - the tutorials, the music, the inspiration, and the philosophy!

[@alphonsodunn]

Jonathan Jones thanks much! Glad to be back too :-)

[@needlespoon4734]

this may be a 6 year video but i have to say it helps.thanks(you legend)

[@Shub99]

Surely... It's back to your initial videos and back to the drawing board... Love

[@alphonsodunn]

:-)

[@abhilashm.c.8900]

The best instructor, love your pedagogy

[@joanistotler8804]

Wow, wish this one was longer - so interesting to get your thought about design! Thanks for sharing, Alphonso, you're amazing!!

[@alphonsodunn]

: ) thanks

[@matlanfeust]

Man, this is a great series! You make things seem so simple, i'm just gonna rush out of my place and go sketching!

[@alphonsodunn]

Mathieu Letellier thanks

[@andysimmons2648]

Alphonso. Thank you for posting these videos. I especially enjoy the urban sketching ones who've done, although all of your stuff is really good. I thought I'd post and say that I recently purchased a grey toned pad and this has allowed me to use my normal black pen plus a white pen to give the highlights that extra "Pop". Thank you again for all of the excellent videos.

[@alphonsodunn]

No worries. Glad I could help

[@elguda]

hope you enjoy your summer. :) i missed your videos. once again i want to thank you for the efforts and to say that you really are the best. whatever drawing tutorials i am able to find in the internet, it's your words and descriptions that immediately come to my mind in the process of watching them, even though they usually have authors' explanations, and then everything becomes clear. to my mind - this fact alone says a lot...

[@alphonsodunn]

Olena Guda Thanks so much! that means alot. Truly appreciate you taking the time to express that. Glad I can provide some guidance in your learning process. :-)

[@elguda]

***** well, "some" is not the word: it's the best guidance :) you deserve tons of praise, and on my side it's touch-typing - not taking much time to say something good. btw, i'm drawing\painting (or rather trying to when i have time) for my personal pleasure, and i clearly see that the basics you are talking about are applicable to painting as well: perspective, composition, light and shades, shapes, texures and so on. )

[@alphonsodunn]

thanks so much :-)

[@mickeogh]

Bro I've wanted to start sketching but just didn't know where to start, I love what you're presenting in this series, and how, thanks so much!

[@plicketyplunk]

Hooray, you're back! I just love how you explain things so carefully and simply that even a dope like me can understand. Cheers my friend and looking forward to your book.

[@alphonsodunn]

plicketyplunk Thanks much :-)

[@k.s.9015]

Hello from germany... I am a beginner in urban sketching and i love your videos. Thank you for being such a good teacher!!!

[@alphonsodunn]

🙏

[@sukilu1964]

Great to see you back. Love your stuff. Thanks for sharing.

[@alphonsodunn]

sukilu1964 my pleasure :-)

[@biggunno1]

great sketches,the kind of stuff that I get into sketching,buildings and landscapes

[@alphonsodunn]

Tim Bettcher Once it gets you going....

[@describer99]

So so so excited about your Strathmore class...

[@alphonsodunn]

+describer99 Thanks much! hope it helps

[@deborahbucksath9679]

I love your videos. You break it down to make sense. Love love your videos.

[@VancouverM117]

Thank you so much for these tutorials! I always struggle with drawing urban scenes and outdoors because I try to capture everything and get caught up in the details and tbings get out of proportion. But your way will help me sketch better scenes with better proportion and lighting that makes sense!!! Your tutorials are so clear and helpful and I think you're an amazing artist!!!

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@Vincentedrawit01]

Thanks for sharing your technique Alfonso. Once again, another great job. It's appreciated and circulated.

[@alphonsodunn]

Vincentedrawit01 thanks so much

[@peterluxus7382]

Thank you very much for your inspiring tutorials!

[@hugoscheepers1722]

Thank you, this is what i was looking for. Normally sketch whilst not thinking about much. Consequently, leading to slow progression. However, it's clear through implementing these fundamentals of sketching and sketching in an more conscious manner leads to better results. Informative video!

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks. Glad I could help

[@danielazacardi3027]

Congratulations!!! It's so nice to watch your videos. I'm enjoyng a lot. Thank you!

[@pocoace5415]

i really love your tutorials mr.dunn and i only learned the sketch on your vids.i'm a rarely beginner.i like how you explain each steps and to emphasize each sketch.

[@alphonsodunn]

+Ace Anonymous thanks. Glad I could help : )

[@victorlucena97]

Awesome like always! The way you draw and teach make everything looks so simple.

[@alphonsodunn]

Victor Lucena thanks much

[@frootiefrootie6489]

Thanks A LOT! I'm working on a project where I have to draw several houses and this is exactly what I was looking for.

[@bmates5167]

Amazing how you can get so much detail into such small drawings. Really enjoyable video to watch. Thank you.

[@alphonsodunn]

+Brian Mates Thanks

[@AnnRicci]

I am watching and planning on watching all of your videos ..... I appreciate YOU !!!

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks much : )

[@karenvc8005]

These are very helpful ways of thinking about composition, something I don't think was ever really taught in my art education. I would have liked to see a an insert of your reference photos in the upper left corner of the screen when they are off camera you are drawing them. All very useful in sketching out scenes that have a lot of details that would otherwise overwhelm.

[@dantejb01]

Hi Alphonso, only discovered your tutorials a couple of days ago, just what I needed, very helpful and my sketching already improving. Thanks

[@alphonsodunn]

Dante Bird So glad to hear that. Nothing like progress! Enjoy!

[@PaulLewey]

Good film! I'm glad I watched it, thank you Alphonso, I'll check out more of your videos.

[@Ad_DOOM]

enjoying these series of videos. very clear. very helpful. thanks, i've been filling my sketchbook with random buildings and scenery using these principals

[@karensliwinski1243]

Thanks for these great videos Alphonso. Very helpful!

[@alphonsodunn]

🙂🙏🙏

[@EIIjot]

I find you videos really informative, you have a very clear good way of describing everything. Thank you.

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks much

[@effie924]

I have missed your videos you always inspire and make me want to practice and give me the site I need to male the piece my own :) thank you Mr Dunn can't wait for the book ! big hugs :)

[@thinkpadx60]

As always a home run. Loved the video and breaking it down is what I have been struggling with. Thanks so much

[@alphonsodunn]

thinkpadx60 no worries :-)

[@tayyabaaziz5217]

You are an amazing teacher!! Very useful tips indeed

[@kmrf27]

That look like so easy, I'm gonna try that. I never draw a panoramic views before, but maybe this technique will help me. I'm definitely gonna try it out. Thank u Mr. Alphonso Dunn

[@alphonsodunn]

Give it shot! You can do it!

[@josephstanski5180]

I got to believe that your a school teacher in some school system - wow Alphonso, your the best - thank you sooooo much.

[@marys8774]

Our drawings are amazing..you inspire. I loved the urban sketching classes.. and you workbook is fun to use! Mary

[@SyrGemini]

A really great explanation and examples. easy to follow and inspiring to get out there and do more urban sketching! Thank you for a great job!

[@alphonsodunn]

thanks much! now get busy lol

[@yokon6799]

So glad that I found you! This is the best art school that I can attend! Thank you very much, you are fantastic!

[@alphonsodunn]

🙏🙏🙏

[@aakansharawat367]

Love, love, love the whole series :)

[@kurtcariaso644]

1 word Mr Dunn WOW... YOU'RE INSPIRING ME

[@hkhovic]

So glad to see your new video!

[@alphonsodunn]

KwanHo Ng thanks. I'm back

[@charlesjenkins8078]

Thanks again.I really appreciate the details. Thanks!

[@mariajosegimenez2296]

Great video. You are a good teacher. Thank you

[@andresisthename]

Awesome as usual Alphonso, keep at it mate, you rock!

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks much : )

[@willjennings369]

Thanks Alphonso! I really enjoyed this video and glad to have found your channel. 🙏

[@alphonsodunn]

Very welcome

[@mikaaa_vd]

Excited to try this out!

[@LALA-nk8pm]

Looking forward to design and composition videos👍👍👍

[@michaelphong4157]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the world!

[@SlackwareNVM]

Nice to have you back! It was a good video. Thank you ^^

[@alphonsodunn]

SlackwareNVM thanks...once you guys enjoyed it :-)

[@parisdblack1711]

Thank you the urban sketching playlist. I can name those tunes in 1 note. I listen to a lot of jazz.

[@lucasmiranda1651]

Great urban sketch Alphonso

[@benjaminbromley4763]

I love your approach

[@priyajoshi2323]

such an excellent lesson, can't wait to practise this way. Thank you so much, this is so valuable ❤

[@Shub99]

Outstanding... You've really helped me re discover something I enjoyed doing but stopped for many years ... Thank you

[@alphonsodunn]

Glad i could help. Now keep it going

[@emmalouie1663]

Helped in some way because you see things different than what I see. I'm going to practice this, thinking about different ways that a scene could be broken down.

[@alphonsodunn]

It can useful to do it this way

[@booleanbongo4687]

Great tips! :) These quick scenery drawings look like a nice exercise.

[@alphonsodunn]

+Musou-Enrai They are :-)

[@isaacdelval4127]

Excellent explanation. You re a great teacher

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks

[@astrikos6851]

Very nice tutorial! Thanks for sharing!

[@alphonsodunn]

Astrikos thanks. Very welcome

[@heljoshinmax9459]

Aphonso you are a super awesome artist and I really learned a lot from your tuts. What is more you share your knowledge and passion for art for free and it really says much about what a great person you are))) You definitely must add a Donate button somewhere so we could buy you a coffee at least))

[@alphonsodunn]

+heljoshin Max lol Thanks...My book will be done for Christmas. I'll appreciate the support then :-)

[@iam1ks]

Hey! thanks a lot , your videos help me so much. You´re great artist and teacher.

[@alphonsodunn]

Thanks much :-)

[@iam1ks]

:)

[@kayaeki]

We've been blessed with your channel

[@alphonsodunn]

🙏

[@Dariofest]

Alphonso all what you show in your videos are brilliant! I'm really improving my sketch skills for concept art. Thanks for share!

[@alphonsodunn]

Glad I can help 😊

[@edensa.m3294]

Plz draw like this more and more. So lovely ❤

[@MsLemonerd]

Very very useful tips, thank you for the awesome video!

[@alphonsodunn]

Very welcome😊

[@WhatsAMeadow4]

This was extremely well-explained and inspiring. I'm going to go outside and draw now! Thanks

[@alphonsodunn]

Meadow4 lol Have fun!

[@zacharyhorvath3615]

For anyone serious about art listen to this video. I havnt seen any other channel that goes in depth about the process of learning to draw by learning to observe. Everyone wants to skip to drawing characters and imaginative work which is all great stuff (its what inspires people to create)- but its so important to learn to draw from life as you build up references in your head and you won't need to rely on reference photos for every little thing.

[@alphonsodunn]

Wow so well said

[@rmorris4598]

This series was very interesting and helpful.

[@charlie1872]

Another brilliant tutorial. Thanks for sharing

[@alphonsodunn]

scotrail1 thanks much and its my pleasure

[@hana_skywalker]

Hi there, Alphonso! I'm just getting started on urban sketching (on sketching actually, hehe) and this is exactly what I need! It's very helpful. Thank you very much for your excellent tutorials. :)

[@alphonsodunn]

very welcome

[@chickenlittle23ful]

Love this series and especially this video part 3!!

[@alphonsodunn]

: ) thanks

[@bernicekemp953]

Thanks again Alphonso --- Great job!!!!!

[@alphonsodunn]

Very welcome

[@LA-mg7rv]

You know what mate? You are the best.