Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Let's Draw Shall We?

Much progress can be made in your drawing by establishing your attitudes i.e. if you have the dreaded "I can't Draw" syndrome. Everyone can draw and, as I've mentioned before, art or drawing is not an inherent ability, it's a developed ability through learning.

So line up these basics:
* Set aside 30 minutes of your time with no interruptions
* Phones should be disconnected
* Get your sketchbook out with sharpened pencils
* Sit in a comfortable chair that gives you the correct posture
* Get a medium felt marker (a marker so you avoid using an eraser)
* Next: draw a scene with a house, people and a few trees

Learn to be relaxed as you draw. Write down any thoughts or emotions you have as you draw. This is important to follow up with.

Do not try and evaluate or analyze your drawing, that comes later. Remember, the main reason people can't draw is because they reinforce the notion that they "Can't Draw." So NO self evaluation at this stage.

Drawing skills are developed as we learn new skills. Gradually, it becomes a fun thing to do and you'll love it!

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