Drawing Basics: Shapes, Lines, and Shading

Basic drawing practice with shapes and shading

Learn the essential building blocks of drawing by practicing fundamental shapes, confident linework, and basic shading techniques. This is perfect for beginners looking to strengthen their foundations.

Steps:

  1. Start with drawing basic 2D shapes (circles, squares, triangles).
  2. Practice turning those shapes into 3D forms (cubes, cylinders, spheres).
  3. Experiment with line pressure and control to create expressive lines.
  4. Shade with hatching, cross-hatching, and blending to add depth.
  5. Combine shapes and shading to form simple objects.

Video Tutorial

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