Sketching Outside: An Illustrated Guide to Making Art on the Go

Discover a new way to engage with nature and travel in this beautiful, approachable guide to outdoor sketching for artists and journalers.Step outside and record the world in your sketchbook. Capture the majesty of mountain landscapes, study the details of a blossoming tree, or record a fleeting city scene. Evocative watercolor and ink drawings created during the author's own wanderings, will inspire you to record your next hike, ramble, or excursion in this freeing and engaging medium.

Whether you sketch close to home or during travels to distant places, all you need to refresh your creative pursuits are open eyes, a handful of materials, and a little guidance and practice. Sketching is a wonderful way to get outside and connect with nature. This user-friendly how-to handbook will help you combine art with exploring the natural world, whether in the wilderness or your local park.