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It takes time and dedication to learn how to draw realistically. It’s not for the faint-hearted, but if you have the desire to give it a go, the rewards are worth the effort. Drawing realistically requires a keen eye and a super steady hand, along with the ability to concentrate …
A contour drawing is, at its core, about using the fewest lines possible for the maximum effect. Yet there are different types of contour drawing, so what do they mean? A contour drawing is a technique that is used to study the shape and volume of an object and calculate …
Society has become an educational treadmill and perceived wisdom dictates that having a degree is the pathway to success, but is that true for everyone? Do artists need a degree in art to be successful? An art degree doesn’t guarantee a job and doesn’t offer much value for money beyond …
Graphite has a major drawback, it reflects light, giving your drawing an unwelcome sheen. It can ruin an otherwise perfectly good drawing. All is not lost however, there are ways to reduce the problem and even stop pencil shine from happening in the first place. Pencil shine can be stopped …
There are a number of reasons why artists change style, sometimes a style just evolves, while at other times it’s a conscious effort to change tack. Artists change their style as they grow, when they try out new things, and experiment with new materials and techniques. They also change their …
