Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Basic Techniques

Main approaches:
  • Linear (line) drawing: subject constructed based on lines and outlines of shapes

  • Tonal (value) drawing: subject constructed using gradations and changes of light to show differing planes and edges. tonal drawing also serves as a good bridge between line drawing and painting


Shading techniques:
  • Hatching: using a series of parallel lines drawn in the same direction. can also be used to follow the contour of an object
  • Cross-hatching: layers of hatch lines at different, overlapping angles
  • Scribbling: shading using tiny circles 
  • Stippling: shading using very small dots






Resources
http://learntodraw.org.uk/essentials/line-and-tone
http://www.learn-to-draw-lessons.com/drawing-pencil-sketches.html
http://www.mmwindowtoart.com/drawing/values&line.html
http://www.art-is-fun.com/drawing-techniques-creating-value-in-pen-and-ink-drawings.html
http://gurneyjourney.blogspot.com/2009/07/line-drawing.html (Picture 1)
http://www.explore-drawing-and-painting.com/value-drawing.html (Picture 2)

No comments:

Post a Comment