ZANE
ILLUSTRATION TECHNIQUES
PEN & INK: FROM SKETCH TO FINISHED DRAWINGS
A HANDS-ON INTENSIVE WORKSHOP FOCUSEDON EXPRESSIVE LINEWORK AND INK DRAWING
This workshop focuses on drawing with pen and ink, combining quick sketching and drawing exercises with the development of a more polished and detailed ink illustration. The approach bridges spontaneous mark-making and intentional linework, making it engaging both for tattoo artists and for people interested in drawing and illustration in general. The workshop is designed as an intensive experience, encouraging participants to explore fundamentals, refine their technique, and complete a finished piece.
About your Master: Zane Prater
Zane Prater is a contemporary visual artist and illustrator based in Berlin. His practice integrates classical figurative painting with large-scale murals and environmental installations.
Instagram: Zane.prater
Email: studio@zaneprater.com
OBJECTIVES :
- Explore the fundamentals of drawing and linework using pen and ink
- Practice quick sketching and gesture-based drawing exercises
- Develop confidence and control in expressive linework
- Learn how to transition from loose sketches to a refined ink drawing
- Complete a more elaborate, finished ink illustration
DAY 1 – Foundations of Ink Drawing
Schedule:
- Introduction & theory. Materials overview and core drawing principles
- Demos: hatching, line-weight, contrast, and value
- Guided mark-making and line control exercises
- Observational drawing session
DAY 2 – From Sketch to Finished Drawing
Schedule:
- Warm-up exercises
- Theory: pencil to ink workflow
- Planning a composition and pencil sketching
- Inking and refinement session
- Final critique and review
IT WOULD BE GOOD TO BRING
Sketchbook (recommended)
Drawing materials will be provided, however, if you have a favorite pen, bring it along
The studio will provide:
Workspace , Wi-Fi connection, coffee and snacks