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The Drawing Habit
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The Drawing Habit

by Daria Bogdanova
December 2025
Beginner
128 pages
4h 52m
English
Quarry Books
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DRAWING TREES AND SHRUBS

In this chapter, you’ll learn how to sketch trees and shrubs by focusing on their unique shapes, proportions, and textures. You’ll explore different techniques for adding depth and volume, as well as capturing the variety of tree forms and foliage. Understanding these details will help you create realistic and dynamic landscapes. As you practice, you’ll find that sketching trees becomes more natural, whether you’re drawing them from reference or right in front of you outdoors.

A collection of pen-and-ink tree sketches, including individual trees, aerial views, and grouped compositions, showcasing various shapes, textures, and shading techniques.

TREE SILHOUETTES

First, let’s practice ...

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