Ink Washes with Andrea Deng

Join us for our live demo, Ink Washes with Andrea Deng on Wednesday, September 30th from 10am–11am Pacific!

Andrea will begin by introducing essential tools and how to use them effectively. He will demonstrate how to use simple two-point perspective, show how to build depth with key details, and bring your drawings to life through shadows, contrast, and atmospheric effects. By the end of the demo, you will have the tools and techniques to create dynamic ink illustrations with greater confidence and visual impact. We hope to see you there!

Unable to join us live? The demo recording will be available shortly after the live session on our Demos page.

What to Bring

• Pen & Pencil: A fine-nib fountain pen with waterproof black ink (note: some fountain pens will need a converter) or a fineliner with 0.2 or 0.4 nib and a pencil.

• Brushes: A water brush loaded with gray ink (3-5% ink, with the remainder filled with water—a gray marker will also work!).

• Paper: An A5 sketchbook with paper that is 120gsm or more, preferably hot-press, and a few sheets of A4 printer paper.

• Other Supplies: An eraser and ruler.

For more info about Andrea’s favorite sketching materials, visit andreadeng.com/materials.

About Andrea Deng

Andrea Deng believes that every building tells a story, and every street view has a personality to be portrayed. His drawings explore the intricate nature of urban life with ink and watercolor.

As a professional architect, Andrea expresses his ideas through pen and ink drawings whose scenes are enriched with liveliness and a unique narrative. By sketching on-location, he aims to capture more than just a view: the sound of the traffic, the people, and the fleeting energy of the moment. Based between London and Milan, Andrea is usually found with a fountain pen in one hand and a sketchbook in the other.

To learn more, visit his website: andreadeng.com.