How to start practicing line weight without having stiff outlines
Line weight can be a great way to add volume to your sketch. I have often seen two drawings of the same subject, say, a cup, a sneaker, or a…
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How to Perceive Ordinary Objects as Basic Forms Prior to Rendering Specifics
When you put a spoon on the table, it isn’t just a spoon. It is a thin stem, a round bowl, a dark shape, and a few small flat edges.…
Why Light Construction Lines Help Beginner Sketches Stay Adjustable
A construction line, drawn lightly, serves as a helpful tool in the early phases of a sketch. While these lines may appear faint on paper, they play a pivotal role.…
Making the First Sketchbook Page Less Intimidating
A blank sketchbook page can feel unnervingly loud. It’s spotless. Your pencil is poised. Now you feel like every line counts. With a new sketcher, that pressure can easily lead…