Sketchbook Drawing Techniques for Beginners

Sketchbook Drawing Techniques for Beginners

“Thank you very much for accompanying me in this course. I hope you have enjoyed the journey and that everything you have learned will help you let your hand and your imagination run wild in your sketchbooks. Now we are going to review the key phases of the project so that you can share it with the Domestika community. I would like you to briefly explain what you have done in each one and accompany the explanation with one or more images. Notebooks and materials Discover which tools best suit your way of drawing. Try different notebooks and materials until you find them.

First strokes It is important not to forget the basic shapes and volumes to simplify the first strokes when drawing. Lines of action Get strength and expressiveness in your designs by forcing the lines of action. Practice as much as you can drawing poses, you can use the resources that I have left you during the course. Interpret shapes and create characters Remember that one of my favorite exercises is interpreting shapes, it is an exercise that will keep your imagination active. When you are designing something, be it characters or objects, do not forget to take advantage of it by writing the story that is not seen. The time has come for you to share your final project with the community by clicking on "Create your project". Remember to share both the final result and the steps that have led you to it. I look forward to seeing your project and giving you feedback. Although I ask for your patience, I will try to access the forum as much as I can and what my professional projects allow me. Finally, I want to invite you to actively participate in the forum, not only sharing your progress, but also giving advice and trying to help the rest of the community. See you in the forum!”

Partial transcription of the video

“Now is your moment. you're going to practice with what I've taught you and you must not forget the following steps. Discover which tools best suit your drawing style and practice with them until you find the ones like the most. Identify where you stand on the iconicity scale. keeping in mind that style is not the ultimate goal but something that develops with practice. Always remember the importance of volumes and basic shapes. which help simplify your initial strokes when you begin drawing. This foundation is crucial for your artistic growth. Enhance your design's strength and expressivene...”

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Course summary for: Sketchbook Drawing Techniques for Beginners

• Level: Beginner
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• 4 units
• 20 lessons (4h 7m)
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• Category

  Illustration

• Areas

  Character Design, Drawing, Pencil Drawing, Sketchbook, Sketching