Postcards from Here: Playing with Ink

Discover the joy of ink techniques and create a unique set of postcards that capture your personal journey around the world! This course is perfect for beginners – no prior experience needed. Learn how to use ink to build rich textures and explore dynamic mark-making.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Class Project Introduction: Get started with a fun and engaging postcard project, including access to all necessary resources and publishing guidance.
• Materials Exploration: Discover a wide range of ink and related materials – a detailed list is provided for your convenience.
• Finding Inspiration: Learn how to find and interpret ink art from other artists to spark your own creativity.
• Basic Ink Techniques: Master fundamental ink techniques and develop a library of marks and textures for future projects.
• Postcard Set Ideation: Develop a clear plan for your postcard set, focusing on key themes and concepts.
• Ethical Reference Photos: Learn how to ethically gather and utilize reference photos to enhance your artwork.
• Thumbnail Sketches: Explore composition and value through quick thumbnail sketches to refine your postcard designs.
• Rendering Your Postcards: Combine your inspiration, techniques, ideation, and reference photos to create the final artwork for your postcard set.
• Finishing Techniques: Explore both analog and digital finishing techniques to prepare your finished postcards for sharing.

Why Ink? Ink is an affordable, versatile, and incredibly rewarding medium for drawing and painting. It's fantastic for building texture and experimenting with different effects. Join us and unlock your creative potential with the amazing world of ink art!