Drawing People in Mixed Media with Min Lee

Learn a fun way to draw people by creating layers with both wet and dry mediums.

Location:

This is an indoor workshop at The Hugh, 601 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY. We will be meeting in the indoor, lower level food court.

Workshop Description:

Have you ever wanted to draw a character in your own unique style? The purpose of this workshop is to teach how to draw people by creating layers, using both wet and dry media. Min will demonstrate how to employ different materials to create patterns before you begin to draw your character. The patterns will be used for the background, clothing and accessories of the character. You will learn how to draw people from simple shapes and be able to add elements that will add your own style of character design. Reference photos of characters will be provided but you may also wish you bring your own to add to your creativity. As a fun treat, the last part will show you how to add collage work to your character.

Some of the items Min uses for sketching. Bring what you can, there is no need to purchase anything for this event.

Materials and tools students should bring

It's a big list, but you should bring your own paper and your favorite art supplies. No need to purchase anything.

Paper:

• Mixed media paper (5"×7" or larger) sketchbook or loose papers

• Hot press paper is ideal if available

Wet Medium:

• Watercolor or watercolor gouache (preferred)

• Acrylic gouache is also acceptable

Dry Medium:

• Crayons (Neocolor I or II recommended), a few favorite colors (include white if possible)

• Colored pencils (6–12 colors)

• Oil pastels or tempera paint sticks

• Posca pens or acrylic markers (white especially useful)

• Anything fun materials you have!

Collage & Extras:

• Small scissors and glue (optional)

Other Essentials:

• Pencil, eraser, sharpener

• Round brushes (size 8–18 if available)

• Water container and rag/paper towel

• Students may bring their own reference (full figure, sitting or standing). Min will also bring some references to share.

• Seating is available at the venue

Please Note: There will be no refunds or exchanges on this workshop.

About the Instructor
Min Lee is an illustrator, graphic designer, and teacher based in New York City. She holds a BFA in Communication Art from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. An avid urban sketcher, Min draws inspiration from nature, architecture, people, and the vibrant energy of New York’s streets.

Her work is known for its vibrant and whimsical style, celebrating creative imperfections and the beauty of happy accidents.

For Min, drawing is a lifelong passion she loves sharing with others. Through her art and teaching, she encourages people to embrace their creativity and see the world with fresh, colorful eyes. Her goal is to make the world a more joyful and colorful place, one sketch at a time.

See Min's work on Instagram: @min_jml

Tickets for this event are not refundable or exchangeable.