I can fully understand and appreciate today’s practice tip, although I don’t think we should swallow it whole. First, here’s … More
Category: Learning to Draw
The Art of Practice – Tip #1
Recently while working on a few graphite drawing exercises, I came across a sheet of practice instructions I’d never seen … More
Rocks Revisited
When I first began learning to draw, I sat outside and patiently drew a couple of rocks sitting in a … More
Sketchbooks are for Sketching
I’ve often recounted the story of buying my first sketchbook, how odd it felt to walk through the art supply … More
Young Artist at Work
I’m never too trusting of internet quotes, but we’ve all heard the one attributed to Picasso: “Every child is an … More
An Illusion of Oregano
I have always loved words. All languages fascinate me. Among the words I most enjoy are those that describe groups … More
Just Look at that Onion!
Along with my lessons in re-learning to draw, I’m following along with prompts from the Autumn Art Challenge at The … More
Scribbles
I am a believer in basics. No matter how proficient we may become in a skill, it’s always helpful to … More
The Birds!
This little fellow is late to the “Draw-a-Bird” party this month, so he’ll be flapping his wings like crazy to … More
Having Fun
Recently in one of the online art groups I’m in, someone posted one of “those” posts…the ones we’re really not … More
Just Doodlin’
I’ve always enjoyed doodling. I think most of us have fun just picking up a pencil or pen and doodling … More
Chiaroscuro
I’ve been working on chiaroscuro drawings, using graphite and shading techniques to create form.
Fun with Figures
I love the looseness and relaxed quality I can get by making these timed sketches, such as this “Weeping Woman” – the final pose of my class today.
What Does It Mean to be an Artist?
Anyone can learn the proper techniques to follow in art, but that alone does not make one an artist.
Turning Heads
The human body — head and all — fascinates me. I’m still loving my anatomy and figure drawing practices, but what’s the point of drawing bodies if I can’t include heads and faces?
A Milestone on the Journey
As I watched my list of followers increase, I formed an ambitious hope. I wanted to have 500 followers before the blog’s first anniversary. It seemed impossible, but today — months before the celebration — I hit that milestone.
Sketchbook Memories
Every artist — and every aspiring artist — should have a sketchbook. Although it might seem like an insignificant little thing, it’s one of the most important tools in our art arsenal.
Go Figure!
When I was first introduced to gesture drawing last year, it made no sense to me at all. What could possibly be gained from quickly scribbling down lines that only remotely resembled a human being?
Skipping School
Teaching myself means I have choices…but how far does that freedom extend?
Back to School!
It’s September now, and yes, it feels like going “back to school”. My daughter has returned home to sunny San … More
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