Drawing Basics
Getting Started
Lines
Shapes
How Perspective Works
Intuitive Perspective
Values
Bonus Content
Let me show you how I approach value composition studies.
I start with a basic sketch that resembles the photo to warm up. Then I experiment by adjusting values, like changing the darkness of the shirt or lightening the hair, to see how it affects the composition. I also play with the background and cropping, trying different shapes and contrasts to frame the subject. It's all about testing different ideas, simplifying shapes, and seeing what works best for the piece.
Newest
@optix
3d
I struggled on the fifth one when it came to wrinkles. Otherwise, very fun exercise!
Jay Fowler
11d
Here's my attempt at level 1. The third one looks like a Duran Duran cover hahahhaa. This was fun. I need to work on it more. I get indecisive about what to do.
Jack H
21d
Pushed myself to create more thumbnails from a single reference this time. I think I'm starting to get the hang of experimenting with different value compositions, and the thumbnails have more variations from each other.
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21d
These are really cool and interesting
ANX804U
27d
thanks
Vera Robson
1mo
So many ideas and perspectives, this is mind blowing! I need to rewatch this several times before attempting the same exercise again.
CharmLotta
1mo
"Hi, mum! Oh, you are doing your drawing lesson. What are you practising this time?"
"Just some ugly drawings with a dull pencil..."
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Founder of Proko, artist and teacher of drawing, painting, and anatomy. I try to make my lessons fun and ultra packed with information.
