How to Draw and Sketch for Absolute Beginners pt 1

Learn the Basics of Sketching and Drawing

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English
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Graphic Design
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13 hours
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Jun 2022
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What you will learn

By the end of this course you will be able to draw almost anything

The correct way to use reference

Draw what they see and observe

Draw basic lines and shapes

Understand the basics of volume , light , shadow and composition

Feel confident enough to further their artistic learning on any subject.

Understand that everything is made of a few basic shapes

Description

Drawing and sketching can seem like magic if you don't know how to do it. It's not magic, it's a skill. that means it can be taught and I will be your instructor. Just like anything and everything you have learned you had to know the very basics. You can't do math without knowing how to count and you can't drive without knowing what the key looks like.

This course is your "key". All drawing starts with lines, some are straight, some are curved and rough but all are lines.  Lines are used to make shapes and shapes become volumes (3d shapes) and everything in the world is made from shapes. 

I will teach you to use those shapes. I will show you how to make lines shapes and volumes. You will learn to hone your observational skills and draw what you see, and even what is in your head if you study and practice enough.

You need no experience in drawing. Absolutely zero ! There is no special software just a regular pencil and some paper. 

If you have always wanted to learn to draw this is the course for you. If you are a graphic artist that knows learning to draw will save you time and money, take this course. If you want to make comics or cartoons then this will be the course that will be your starting point. 

This is the beginner class. Often books tell you to start by making 3d shapes but what if you are having trouble with that? If you are , I got you covered.  

 

Content

Welcome to Drawing for Beginners

IMPORTANT ! Watch this BEFORE you enroll, please.
Art as Problem Solving
How should I hold my Pencil ?
Drawing Has been Hard for You Because....
What you will need for this course.
Getting the Most out of this Course
Here are the Worksheets
For my Left Handed Students (3/04/18)

The Power of Lines

Introduction to lines
Rough lines
The Straight Line
Straight line Practice
Curved lines
C Curves
S Curves
Lines as Texture
Line Accuracy
Line Weight
IF you are having trouble making Lines (Facebook Group Lesson)

Making Simple 2D Hard Shapes

Intro to creating your first shapes
The Rectangle
The Square
The Triangle
The Ellipse
The Circle
The Center Line

Making Simple 2D Soft Organic Shapes

Intro to Organic Shapes
Organic Triangle
Organic Square
Organic Rectangle
Organic Oval
Peanut

An Introduction to Form

Introduction to Form
From 2D to 3D
Drawing Through
The Box
The Cylinder
The Pyramid
The Cone
The Wedge
The Sphere
Contouring lines

Organic 3D Forms

Intro to Organic Form
Organic Cylinder
Organic Peanut
Organic Cone
Organic Box

Perspective Crash Course

Why Perspective
The Horizon Line
The Vanishing Point
One Point Perspective
Two Point Perspective

Putting Shapes Together

Intro to Merging
How to Merge Hard Shapes
2 Shapes
3 Shapes
Merging Organic Shapes
2 Shapes
3 Shapes

Texturing Objects

Intro to Texture
What is Texture
How to Draw Rocky Texture
How to Draw Scales
How to Draw Random Shapes for textures.
How to Draw Fur

Drawing light and Shadow

Intro to Light and Shadow
Light Source
Light Fall Off
Diffused Light
Ambient Occlusion

How to "Shade" and "Render"

Intro to Shading and rendering
Value Chart
High, Low and Middle Key Value
Simple Value Chart
Drawing Gradients
Blending and Smoothing

Observation or How to See Like an artist.

Intro to Observation and Art
Observing Lines
Observing Shapes
Negative Space
The Grid Method
Lining up Lines

Learning Simple Composition

How I see Composition
Rule of thirds
Golden Ratio

Practical Lessons on Drawing

Before you begin this section
Start with the Study
Quick Study : Tree
Quick Study : Metal vase
Quick Study : Grapes
Quick Study : Dog
How to Draw a Simple Face
How to Draw Facial Features
How to Draw a Simple Figure
How to Ink
Congratulations You Are Now an Artist !

Traditional Lessons

Art Supplies
Art Supplies part 2
Intro to Shading
Shading Exercise 1

BONUS : Exclusive Student Facebook Group

BONUS : How to join the Facebook Group.

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Reviews

Ebose
November 9, 2023
Honestly, I love how slow paced the videos are. I believe a course for beginners should not be rushed whatsoever because every beginner is different, so what might be easier for one might be challenging for another.
Jean-Sébastien
November 7, 2023
Great course! Gave me boost in confidence. Never been able to draw, but now I understand better how to do it and what I need to work on. Thanks!
Hailey
October 31, 2023
Explanations are very thorough and geared toward people with zero experience, which is exactly what I was looking for. The instructor doesn't assume any knowledge and therefore explains everything in great detail, which I think is great for people who want to learn to draw but have no idea where to start. Even for an artist with a little experience, getting the fundamentals down well and knowing what to practice I think could be helpful, especially if you don't have any formal education. Overall great value for the price.
Robin
October 11, 2023
The basic drills and exercises were exactly what I needed to get back into drawing after many years of having my creativity and enthusiasm sucked dry by corporate vampires. I would have preferred more focus on figure drawing in the second half but then I'm personally biased towards drawing manga figures after watching anime and VTubers constantly. Thanks Rich for this course I will be doing the anatomy ones next!
Samson
September 16, 2023
Yeah, I now have a better grasp of all the drawing fundamentals and the confidence to further my ability to create and design art.
חגית
August 15, 2023
It is important for me to learn & understand the "thinking" behind art, so i do appreciate your taking a full section t talk about it.
Ronald
August 5, 2023
Do this course if you're COMPLETELY new to learning art fundamentals, line fundamentals, etc. Don't take this course if you know the basics of art already. This guy explains things very well and basic, and I'd highly recommend it to anyone if they're new to art.
Kristie
July 11, 2023
Applying the scientific method to drawing, resonates with me. I now view my drawing as experimenting and as a learning process.
Lizanne
June 22, 2023
This is a really good way to learn. At first, I thought it was stupid to learn to draw lines, but each lesson builds on the next, and it is making so much sense.
Jeremy
April 2, 2023
I really appreciate how the instructor goes over the material thoroughly. The only critique I have is that as the instructor updates the material, the ordering has become out of sync with some of the instructions and lessons are referenced that either happen later or earlier than stated in the reference. Will definitely keep taking courses by this instructor!
Yeshi
March 23, 2023
It’s like attending a class with great teachers and has a variety of subjects on which you can learn.
Toni
March 19, 2023
the course is for beginners.But if it has been a long while since drawing it’s good for a refresh to get you started back. Don’t skip lessons. I like the fact that he shows his mistakes and says he’s not perfect. His teaching style is good and he’s relatable.
kenneth
March 18, 2023
yes I feel I have some ability but it suffers from a lack of basics which is why I'm taking this course instructor is very good and inspiring so far
Carolyn
March 16, 2023
This class is great for building the basic skills that are necessary to progress properly. Great instructor!
Maureen
March 1, 2023
The homework has been the most valuable part for me, doing the exercises while I listen to a book on tape. That keeps me from getting bored, and helps tie up my left brain. The instructor is very clear, and sounds very friendly and encouraging.

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