Part 2: Measuring
This is the second lesson in the Learn to Sketch series! In this second lesson we’ll focus on measuring. What and how can you measure? We’ll look at some images and think about how to measure and compare lengths, angles and more. I’ll tell you how I look at things and turn them into sketches.
Skills Learned:
- Measuring Techniques: Learn to accurately measure dimensions in your sketches, such as lengths and angles, without relying on tools
- Comparison Skills: Develop an eye for comparing different elements in a drawing, like the angles of shapes and distances between objects
- Understanding Negative Space: Gain insights into identifying and utilizing the negative space in your sketches
- Building Observation Skills: Improve your observational skills, crucial for sketching from life or reference images effectively
Part 1: Sketching Essentials
This is the first lesson in the Learn to Sketch series! In this first lesson we’ll start with the basics – Geometric Shapes! We’ll also discuss why you would want to sketch and how to improve your sketching skills.
We’ll focus on recognizing and sketching out the basic shapes like cubes, cilinders, pyramids, etc. You can practice recognizing these shapes even when you’re not even drawing!
Skills Learned:
- Basic Shape Recognition: Understand how to break down complex objects into simple shapes like circles, squares, and triangles
- Observational Skills: Develop your ability to observe and replicate shapes in everyday objects, enhancing your sketching accuracy
- Sketching Techniques: Learn various sketching methods, from quick thumbnail sketches to detailed studies, improving your overall technique
- Understanding Volume and Depth: Gain insight into creating volume in your sketches by studying cylinders and other 3D shapes
- Daily Sketching Practice: Embrace the habit of daily sketching to steadily improve your drawing and observational skills