Layers of Looking

WRITTEN BY IAN FENNELLY

This vibrant guide is designed to ignite your creativity and encourage you to embark on your own sketching adventures.

Ian Fennelly, urban sketcher, shares his techniques and insights, inviting you to grab your art materials, head outdoors, and immerse yourself in the world around you.

“Layers of Looking” is more than just a how-to book; it’s a call to action for artists of all levels to loosen up, experiment with color, and play with tone. Through Fennelly’s captivating sketches and personal anecdotes, you’ll learn to see the world in layers, capturing the essence of each scene with depth and emotion. His approach will help you break free from perfectionism and embrace the joy of spontaneous creativity.


Packed with practical tips and inspiring examples, “Layers of Looking” will guide you in telling the stories of your own sketching adventures. Whether you’re sketching a bustling market, a quiet park, or a charming café, Fennelly’s encouragement and expertise will help you create artworks that are rich in character and narrative.

Get ready to be inspired, to see your surroundings with fresh eyes, and to share your own unique stories through the art of sketching.

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8.5" x 11"

100+ pages

150gsm coated paper

80+ sketches

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