Draw holiday magic in all it's forms and options options in one continuous line and share with the Continuous Line Storytelling group.
- Have a dedicated sketchbook with at least 31 pages - Draw using and medium, skies the limit! - Don't spend more than 15-minutes drawing; put a time limit on it - It does not have to be continuous line, although it can be - Post daily in the Continuous Line Storytelling with the hashtag #ContinuousLineGratitutde
Meagan will be leading the challenge with livestreams, demos, drawing tips and emotional support to help you complete this drawing challenge, because a daily drawing challenge is a game changer to help catapult drawing abilities.
This is not a watercolor challenge -- unless you want it to be; it's a drawing challenge. Open to all skill levels and mediums -- use what you have: Pen Only Pen and Watercolor Crayons Colored Pencils iPad Procreate Urban Sketching Continuous Line Drawing Ball Point Pen Oil Paints Oil Pastels
Please have a separate sketchbook dedicated to the challenge, and don't forget your continuous line drawing warm-ups.
Gather your goods and let's draw!
ANDALE!
Join Artist/Educator Meagan Burns in the Continuous Line Storytelling group for this fun 31-day drawing challenge that will catapult your drawing skills if you stick with it!
Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this drawing practice can have a significant impact on your drawing ability. Meagan will offer proven tips and techniques for incorporating continuous line practice into your routine, and guide you towards discovering your own personal style.
ANOTHER OPTION:
Join the Continuous Line Drawing Classes Full Access for the month of December, 2024 Mondays and Thursdays
1. Push through drawing fears to add more unique character to your drawings 2. Gain a better understanding of composition and logistics; how things are connected 3. Build confidence and gain a sense of accomplishment by starting and completing your drawings with unique character
Who Should Have a Continuous Line Practice
1. People who are interested in having a drawing habit 2. People who are curious about drawing the world around them 3. People who believe in practicing their craft 4. People who enjoy drawing 5. Travel Sketchers // Urban Sketchers
Who is Meagan Burns
Meagan Burns is an artist, instructor, and founder of Art Leap Adventures, a unique travel sketch workshop business that offers immersive art experiences in historical urban cities. Originally from Chicago, Meagan specializes in continuous line drawing, guiding students to overcome their drawing fears and embrace a fluid, expressive style. Through Art Leap Adventures, she has organized workshops in vibrant destinations like Mexico City, Oaxaca, San Miguel de Allende, San Francisco, and Paris, inviting artists of all levels to explore the world through their sketchbooks.
In addition to her workshops, Meagan created the Continuous Line Drawing group in 2021, a thriving community designed to help artists build skill, strength, and confidence as visual storytellers. Through this group, she has connected artists from around the world, encouraging creativity and personal growth through continuous line drawing. Meagan is also one of the admins of the San Miguel de Allende Urban Sketcherschapter, where she has been contributing to the local and global sketching community since 2016.
With a diverse background in marketing, graphic design, and regenerative farming, Meagan brings a wide range of experiences to her teaching. Her workshops focus on loosening up, embracing imperfections, and finding joy in the creative process—principles that resonate with artists looking to capture the essence of place through continuous line sketching.
Copy Paper -- I bind about 50 pages at my local Office Depot so I have a book dedicated to warm ups that is NOT expensive paper. Bic Pen Mid-Quality Sketchbook Paper, such as Canson XL Watercolor 140 lb 9"x12" Ink Pens -- I use Sharpies, Microns, Fountain Pens, such as the Fude Mannen with Platinum Carbon Ink Coloring Tools of your choice: watercolors, crayons, watercolor pencils, markers, whatever you have
What's in My Art Bag: Sailor Fude de Mannen Fountain Pen (or similar of your choice) Sharpies Unibal Signo 207 Impact Bold Pentel Brush Pens Platinum Carbon Ink (to refill fountain and brush pens) Daniel Smith Watercolors INDART Saturated Inks Quality Watercolor Brushes HB Pencil Gum Eraser Water Containers Paper Towels Salt, Scrapers, White Crayon, White Gel Pens
Why Storytelling Matters
Continuous Line Drawing Mission Beach San Diego
Chilly morning on the beach but that didn't stop me from drawing Reed's Ice Cream in one fell swoop!
Continuous Line Drawing Boicot Cafe Mexico City
Connect with @meagan_burns_
Connect with @ArtLeapAdventures
Continuous Line Drawing Palace of the Fine Arts San Francisco