Tips and Techniques for Pencil Drawing » OnlyPencil Drawing Tutorials
we can all probably draw the human eye, we draw the oval shape with the iris and pupil. I consider that to be a basic sketch of the eye. Before you draw a realistic eye you must first study what it really is.
Lackadaisy Expressions
Boy, I didn't know what I was getting myself into when I started this. I've had requests for some sort of expressions tutorial dating back a while now, so I figured, "Sure! I can explain expression drawing...and it'll be way better than all those tutorials out there that are nothing but charts of generic expressions. Yeah! Just give me a day or two to whip something up..."
How To Draw A Wave
This art tutorial, kindly donated by surfing comic strip illustrator and surf artist Bob Penuelas covers how to draw a wave the Wilbur Kookmeyer way! If you're like me, then you've probably spent a lot of time in high school class daydreaming and doodling a thousand perfect cartoon waves in your notebook. It's safe to say that ninety percent of us surfers have a habit of scribbling perfect waves whenever a pencil is in our hands. Hopefully the following pointers will help you change your throw-away wave doodles into actual compelling artwork that you want to keep forever.
Guides and References to Drawing Animated Facial Expressions
digg Facial expressions are a form of nonverbal communication – according to Wikipedia. I couldn’t agree more. It is perhaps one of the most important aspects of creating/drawing your own character.
99 Excellent Examples of Forced Perspective Photography
Forced perspective is a technique that employs optical illusion to make an object appear farther away, closer, larger or smaller than it actually is. It is used primarily in photography, filmmaking and architecture. It manipulates human visual perception through the use of scaled objects and the correlation between them and the vantage point of the spectator or camera. There are many ways to attack photography and some are much more expensive than others. Here in this showcase, we presenting a Stunning collection of Forced Perspective Photography and Pictures taken by various artists in which all pictures are linked to the author’s pages.
From 2D Design To 3D Shape With A Pencil And A Plan
This three dimensional shading exercise is much easier than it looks because it’s created with the same style of gradation around each “petal” of the form. I’ve inserted the Don’t Panic button though, just in case you think you might need it but, honestly, you won’t. :) Eight Section 3D Shape Mental Health Note: There’s no need to finish this drawing in one sitting, and drawings never really have to be perfect, so stay mellow my fellow pencil sisters and brothers. Like nearly everything else in life, drawing is more fun when you’re relaxed.
A Butterfly Effect Art Print by Norman Duenas
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Drawspace Pro Lessons are designed for artists of all levels and educators, and are logically organized into resources and activities. Eventually, all lessons and E-books authored by Brenda Hoddinott will be available here: four to eight brand new lessons and newly-revised older lessons are being added every month! Upgrade Now: Download all 310 lessons and 4 e-books! Try for Free: Download lessons marked as "Free"! 1.1.R1 Glossary Of Art Terms Definitions of art-related terms used in the resources and activities of Drawspace Curriculum (updated February 2013)
National Geographic Photo Contest 2011 - Alan Taylor
National Geographic is currently holding its annual photo contest, with the deadline for submissions coming up on November 30. For the past nine weeks, the society has been gathering and presenting galleries of submissions, encouraging readers to vote for them as well. National Geographic was kind enough to let me choose among its entries from 2011 for display here on In Focus. Gathered below are 45 images from the three categories of People, Places, and Nature, with captions written by the individual photographers. [45 photos] Use j/k keys or ←/→ to navigate Choose:
Fun Drawing Tutorials for Kids & Adults
That's right! Online drawing lessons are great fun for everyone you'll find all of your favourites right here. This page includes world famous characters that we all know and love... (if you notice anything missing be sure to send me a request so I can include it as soon as I can). I have step-by-step lessons for drawing farm animals, wild animals, birds, snakes and much much more! Each link that you click on will open a drawing tutorial showing you the final drawing at the top of the page, before going through an illustration of each stroke.
Blog Archive & Seven Deadly Glasses by Kacper Hamilton
Young London-based designer Kacper Hamilton has created a set of seven wine glasses inspired by the seven deadly sins: lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath (above), envy and pride. Above and below: greed The seven wine glasses are presented in a specially designed mahogany case (see bottom of story). "Each glass encapsulates a sin, which is revealed through the ritual of drinking," explains Hamilton.
Classic Photo's of Celeberties
Some classic photo’s I got compiled up! I do not own these pictures, someone else had taken them…i am unsure who to give credit for, but enjoy! Jimi Hendrix & Mick Jagger, New York, 1969 The Beatles and Mohammad Ali, 1964 Martin Luther King Jr. and Marlon Brando (The Godfather)
The unbelievable anatomy of a Disney princess revealed
deviantART user Oceanstarlet AKA Meridith Viguet has figured out the key creating the perfect princess face and body'Ginormous' eyes are important, as are a lack of a waist and ‘absolute-positive-lutely TINY’ feet By Joshua Gardner Published: 06:04 GMT, 4 June 2013 | Updated: 06:14 GMT, 4 June 2013 She doesn’t seem to like the ubiquitous children’s entertainment company’s notion of beauty, but an artist recently used her impressive drawing skills to illustrate everything that goes into creating a Disney princess. Say hello to the Disney Girls Tutorial, a step-by-step guide to building the perfect Disney princess. Posted to deviantART by user Oceanstarlet, the guide, as it were, opens with question.
How To Draw Hands - Tutorials - Draw As A Maniac
So everybody knows that the hands and the fingers are one of the hardest things to draw. So here is a personal collection of different hand references, hope to enjoy it and never stop practice. Hogarth hand poses from Iron Giant (middle of page) Mickey Mouse Hand Model Sheet by Les Clark ca. 1932 Merlin hand poses via Deja View
