Worldwide sketching craze transforms sidewalks into open-air studios
CBS America · New
CBS America
New
In over 70 countries, people gather for “urban sketching,” a movement where artists draw on location—like a flash mob with pencils capturing city life.
Breakdown
- Urban sketching events resemble flash mobs, gathering artists in public spaces. 44s
- The movement has over 500 chapters across more than 70 countries. 1m 6s
- The only rule is to draw directly from the location, not from memory. 1m 20s
- Urban Sketching began in 2008 when Gabriel Campanario posted sketches online. 1m 37s
- Events end with a 'throwdown,' where participants display their sketches together. 1m 57s