Drawing a 1 Point Perspective: Cityscape is easy, if you just follow the rules. I didn’t complete this Cityscape, in class, because I want you to follow these step by step instructions to give you a foundation to build upon (no pun intended) and create a unique Cityscape on your own. Step 1- Draw a Horizon Line […]
These are the steps, using 1 Point Perspective, to draw a 3 Dimensional room. Step 1- Draw a square. *Make sure the Vertical and Horizontal lines are Straight and equal. Step 2- Draw a Horizon Line about a one third down and a Vanishing Point in the center. Step 3- Take your pencil and put it […]
In the last class, I taught the steps to draw an ear, on a face looking to the side. Most Portraits face forward, so I will use this blog to teach you the steps required to draw an ear on a face looking straight ahead, using the reference photo above as a guide. Step […]
In “Still Life Drawing” Part 2 we isolated the darkest and lightest Values and drew them in. The next step is to use your Value Finder and locate the middle values. *It is very important you identify the texture and the technique you plan on using to lay in your Value. In the pictures below, […]
In Class 6- “Still Life Drawing” Part 1 we learned how to “Block“ and “Render” your “Still Life”. The next step is to isolate the “Values” in your drawing and sketch them (lightly) in. If you are having trouble finding the values, begin with the darkest value (black) and find […]
Using the “Still Life” you arranged in class there are basic steps you must learn in order to draw a traditional composition while still maintaining “your style” or “fingerprint” unique to you as an artist. To save time, I added a grid to the photo. You can do this on a tablet when you edit […]
In our last class we analyzed the Art pieces you created using the “Check Back Method” to draw the free form line, I gave you in class, as the starting point for your compositions. Every piece was unique, well thought out and creative! As I discussed the Elements and Principles of Art, I was impressed […]
Class 2– We talked about two important parts of making art; drawing and composing or combining technique with creativity. Here are 2 ways to practice drawing what you see. 1. Blind Contour Drawing (use your shield) 2. The Check Back Method (1, 2, look at your paper, 4) Begin drawing simple lines and move to […]