Welcome to Draw Tip Tuesday! In this urban sketching video, I recreate a favorite sketchbook drawing from my Gran Canaria trip. I start with the main figure and build the scene around him, using gouache, a chisel-tip pen, colored pencils, and crayon to add bold color and texture. I share tips on drawing people, mixing colors, and capturing a scene on location.

Watercolor vs Gouache! I paint the same subject twice using two different primary color palettes: one in watercolor, one in gouache. It’s a fun exploration of color, opacity, and how each paint behaves on the page. You’ll see how the materials respond differently, how colors mix, and how layering works in each medium. Want to try it too? There’s a creative sketchbook assignment at the end to help you explore and play with your own paints.

Swatching two of my favorite palettes: my trusted watercolor set and a bright gouache combo. I share how I learn my colors, pick custom “primaries,” and mix everything from greys to vibrant hues. A fun, practical way to get more confident with color and make your sketchbook more personal.

Not every drawing has to be perfect. Social media shows polished art, but not the years of practice and failures behind it. Art reflects emotions and life’s ups and downs. Sharing imperfect work helps others feel encouraged. Keep drawing and trust the process; creativity will flow again.