Mike Riches – Sketchbook Adventures

Mike Riches is a passionate sketcher and each of his many sketchbooks is simultaneously a work of art, a journal and future source of reference material. Join Mike as we venture outside to capture some of wealth of subjects and scenes to be found in Harwich.

The day will begin with a brief talk about the virtues of sketching, materials and methods, whilst taking the opportunity to view some of Mikes work. There will then be a couple of quick exercises in the studio to get warmed up, before heading outside to our first location.

Working quickly in pen (no pencils or erasers) – maybe adding colour if you want to – the aim of the day is to have fun, not worry about mistakes and to make as many drawings as you want to; as Mike says “it’s only a piece of paper….”

Note: Working outside is weather dependent. In the event of persistent rain the workshop will carry on in the studio with the help of projected images.

Includes homemade lunch, refreshments and cream tea