Self-Portrait in Graphite and Pastel: Techniques of Light and Form

Overview

“In this lesson, you will refine your portrait drawing by simplifying shapes, erasing unnecessary lines, and sharpening your pencil for precision. We'll explore different types of edges and use hatching to define shadows. You’ll also practice checking proportions with vertical and horizontal relationships and correcting angles for greater accuracy.”

In this video lesson Gustavo Ramos addresses the topic: Methods of Checking Accuracy 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Self-Portrait in Graphite and Pastel: Techniques of Light and Form. Master light and form techniques to create dynamic self-portraits in graphite and pastel while working from life..

Partial transcription of the video

“Now is a good time to pull out an eraser and clean up the drawing a little bit. I find that the simpler you have your drawing, the easier it is to find any inaccuracies. And so if you have too many lines going on, it overwhelms your eyes and makes it difficult for you to make clear decisions. I'm going to sharpen my pencil because I want to get even more specific with my lines, and it's very helpful to have a very sharp tip for this. What I'm considering here now, as I'm working on this drawing, is that there are different kinds of edges. Here. I'm seeing a pretty sharp edge where the light...”

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Course summary for: Self-Portrait in Graphite and Pastel: Techniques of Light and Form

• Level: Beginner
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• 1459 students
• 4 units
• 17 lessons (3h 23m)
• 4 downloads

• Category

  Illustration

• Areas

  Fine Arts, Pencil Drawing, Portrait Drawing