Hyperrealism with Graphite Pencil
Photography for Reference
A course by Jono Dry , Graphite Drawing Instructor
About the video: Photography for Reference
Overview
“In this lesson, I'l explain the role photography plays in my planning process. The world of photography can be daunting, but I’ll go over the basics elements of photography that you can easily apply. I’ll also go over things to take into consideration for drawing it later.”
In this video lesson Jono Dry addresses the topic: Photography for Reference, which is part of the Domestika online course: Hyperrealism with Graphite Pencil. Master hyperrealistic drawing techniques, explore graphite tools and create detailed, lifelike artworks with unique depth.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson I'm going to be taking you through my process of taking reference photos. I'm going to use my own body for this shoot, so we're going to head over to the studio and get into it. Okay, and this is our live view so we can see all of our settings. So the settings I have at the moment, the camera is in manual mode, our shutter speed is 1 over 250 and our aperture is f2.8. We also have an ISO of 800, which is a native ISO for this camera. And let's change our aperture from f2.8 to f6.3. We want to avoid having too shallow a depth of field in this case, so that more of the subject ...”
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Course summary for: Hyperrealism with Graphite Pencil
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Category
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Areas
Drawing, Pencil Drawing, Realistic Drawing
Jono Dry
A course by Jono Dry
Jono Dry is a distinguished graphite artist with over a decade of experience in the realm of hyperrealistic and surrealist drawing. Born and raised in South Africa, he began his artistic journey in a small town, heavily influenced by his mother, an accomplished artist herself. Fueled by a passion for creativity and a desire to explore the depths of his imagination, Jono has developed a unique approach to art, merging the precision of hyperrealism with the limitless possibilities of surrealism. His self-taught expertise has allowed him to create drawings that captivate audiences worldwide with their intricate detail and emotional depth.
Throughout his career, Jono has faced numerous challenges, including navigating the commercial art world and overcoming personal struggles with anxiety. These experiences have shaped his artistic vision and informed his approach to teaching. Jono is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and insights, aiming to inspire both budding and seasoned artists to push the boundaries of their own creativity. His work is celebrated for its ability to blend technical skill with imaginative concepts, resulting in pieces that are both visually stunning and thought-provoking. As an artist committed to continuous learning and improvement, Jono fosters a community of creatives who support and learn from one another.
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