The Art & Science of Drawing is a remarkable new program that will teach you how to draw one day at a time. The program is simple, each day you’ll watch one video lesson that will introduce an essential drawing skill, and do the recommended practice. The Art & Science of Drawing is overflowing with powerful insights into the drawing process and offers some of the clearest, most accessible drawing instruction available.
WEEK ONE: BASIC SKILLS is designed for the absolute beginner, but is recommended for anyone wanting to improve their drawing skills. In this first week you’ll learn:
- How to hold the pencil
- How to draw any shape
- How to analyze any form
- How to use light lines and basic shapes to lay an accurate foundation for finished drawings
Skill Level
This course is right for the true beginner and anyone looking to develop solid fundamental skills.
Format
This course is offered “On Demand” and has no instructor attached to provide feedback on assignments or participate in discussion. You will have access to discussion boards and gallery, where you can share work and ideas with other students in the community. Come join the fun!
Materials
The tools we will be using for this course will be really basic. You are encouraged to use:
- 18 x 24" Pad of Newsprint
- Drawing Board (Optional)
- Drawing Pencil of Any kind.
That's it! No need for expensive drawing materials. If all you have is a regular #2 pencil and some paper, you can take this course!
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