This is the fundamental key step that many who start out want to skip. Drawing simple shapes convincingly pays huge dividends later.
Life drawing of simple objects with different simple textures, like eggs for example, with 1 light source in a dark room is one of the first things I suggest for students starting out.
My brother draws, and says the same thing. He practiced more with light and simple shapes then he did with putting together a complete drawing for a long while.
Thanks, @doctorstrange. You are right. It's the only way to learn. I liken it to playing scales on the piano. It's busywork that makes a world of difference in your craft.
This is the fundamental key step that many who start out want to skip. Drawing simple shapes convincingly pays huge dividends later.
Life drawing of simple objects with different simple textures, like eggs for example, with 1 light source in a dark room is one of the first things I suggest for students starting out.
Very very good tutorial, @fairytalelife !
My brother draws, and says the same thing. He practiced more with light and simple shapes then he did with putting together a complete drawing for a long while.
Thanks, @doctorstrange. You are right. It's the only way to learn. I liken it to playing scales on the piano. It's busywork that makes a world of difference in your craft.