Last week we talked about how sketching is a road map to your creative destination - regardless of your chosen medium. If you missed that post, you might want to read it first, but it isn’t a requirement for this post.

This week, I promised I would share a few examples of how you might sketch using your camera. Yeah, I thought this might make you a little curious. Oh, and if your chosen medium is not photography, you might be able to think of ways to apply these ideas to your preferred medium, so let’s jump in.

Tips and TricksSuZan AlexanderMarch 28, 2019Art, Photography, Atelier, Sketching with a CameraComment

SKETCHING (Part 1) - ATELIER THURSDAY

WHAT IS SKETCHING?

The definition of sketching is pretty drawing-centric, but, stay with me here because you KNOW how I love to color (or draw) outside the lines. I fervently believe there are many way to sketch with or without a pencil. WHAT?! Before you write this off as crazy talk, don’t you think it is possible? If you are reading this, you ARE creative, and this is where coloring outside the lines will help you. Just think beyond the pencil and paper drawing for a few minutes. Isn’t it possible that sketching in other mediums might be referred to as drafts, outlines, shot-lists, warm-ups... but isn’t it really all the same principle? Now, if you are curious, let’s explore how that planning, sketching, exploration… can serve you in mediums other than drawing?

Tips and TricksSuZan AlexanderMarch 21, 2019Art, Photography, Atelier, Sketching with a CameraComment

INSPIRING EACH OTHER - THURSDAY ATELIER

Please bear with me because this is going to be a long blog post. I know I already wrote an introduction to the Thursday Atelier series, but if you will indulge me one more post to hopefully encourage you to join me here on Thursdays - no matter your creative medium of choice, so we can explore the importance of a community and inspiring one another.

Tips and TricksSuZan AlexanderJanuary 31, 2019Art, AtelierComment

INTRODUCTION TO THURSDAY ATELIER

I have not always been a journal keeper, and, sadly, I am a sporadic sketchbook chronicler at best. However, in recent years, I have found the value in developing a daily journal practice. Now, I can’t imagine starting my day without writing in my journal. On those rare occasions when I am unable to write, my day seems off in some way. I want to bring this practice into my artistic journey, as well as my personal journey, because it is so meaningful for me.

Tips and TricksSuZan AlexanderJanuary 24, 2019Art, Photography, AtelierComment

ART JOURNAL - COMPOSITION LITE - USING FOREGROUND ELEMENTS

I have been posting a series of blog posts sharing tips and studies of design, light,… you know, those fundamental subjects that you will always be learning and relearning. I decided everyone might benefit from a study (or refresher) in composition. It seems like everyone is taking photos in some form these days, so why not know the “rules”.

COMPOSITION LITE

Last month we reviewed Symmetry and in May we discussed the Rule of Thirds. (If you missed them, the posts are Featured below.) Did you have an opportunity to take the Rule of Thirds or Symmetry skills out on a test drive - or photo shoot as the case may be? Are you ready to try another composition? Well, how about exploring how to use foreground elements to add interest, depth, and/or lead the eye into your composition?

Tips and TricksSuZan AlexanderJuly 19, 2018Composition, Photography, Atelier, JournalComment

COMPOSITION LITE - SYMMETRY

I have been planning a series of blog posts to share studies of design, light,… you know, those fundamental subjects that you will always be learning and relearning. Each month I post something else in their place because I am never sure if this would be something a reader would enjoy... Well, this month, I decided everyone might benefit from a study (or refresher) in composition. It seems like everyone is taking photos in some form these days, so why not know the “rules”.

Tips and TricksSuZan AlexanderJune 21, 2018Composition, Photography, Tips, Atelier, JournalComment

COMPOSITION LITE - RULE OF THIRDS

I have been planning a series of blog posts to share studies of design, light,… you know, those fundamental subjects that you will always be learning and relearning. Each month I post something else in their place because I am never sure if this would be something a reader would enjoy... Well, this month, I decided everyone might benefit from a study (or refresher) in composition. It seems like everyone is taking photos in some form these days, so why not know the “rules”.

Tips and TricksSuZan AlexanderMay 24, 2018Photography, Composition, Elements of Design, AtelierComment