Drawing Techniques
Learning to draw requires patience and dedication. Many people believe it’s about talent, but drawing is a skill. With practice, it can be enjoyed by anyone who wants to learn.
Creating Tonal Values
One of the essential components of drawing is learning to create a range of tonal values. It’s important to train the eye to see different shades of gray. I like to work with one pencil for most of my graphite drawings. Here are some beginning exercises to help you decide what strength of pencil you prefer. I do these exercises each time I purchase a new pencil from a new manufacturer. It helps me evaluate what I do and don’t like ...
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