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COMPOSITION

Composition, or the arrangement of elements in a scene, can make or break a work of art. All the skill in the world will not help you if your composition is dull and uninteresting. Some artists just seem to have a natural “talent” for composition, but in actuality, this talent stems from basic principles and trial and error. Be sure to think about your drawing and plan it before you start. All of my work is “drawn” in my head before I put pencil to paper. Make quick thumbnail sketches to work out any compositional issues ahead of time.

Composition Techniques

Here you’ll read about a few compositional tricks I have practiced over the years. Remember that it’s okay to make errors as long as you keep trying. If you feel uncomfortable ...