"You draw what you see, not what you think you see."

I would agree to this. A friend of mine who’s skilled at drawing once shared a similar insight with me—not in these exact words, but with the same idea. He said that when you draw, you should focus on the individual lines and shapes rather than the entire image. This way, the process becomes much easier and less overwhelming.

I’d like to add as well that this approach applies to almost anything we aim to master. We usually start with the basics and gradually build on that foundation. In writing, for example, if we want to convey an idea or craft a compelling argument, we don’t simply jot down every thought and expect others to understand. We start with something easy, the basics—the ABCs—and then build up to words, sentences, and so on. Over time, it all becomes easier and more natural.