How to Draw
What is Drawing?
There are many sorts of drawing techniques, varying according to the effect the artist wants. A preliminary technique to some other medium or form — although distinct from the final product, such drawings also have intrinsic artistic value. Preliminary drawings include various exercises (e.g., contour drawing, gesture drawing, figure drawing, drawing from the flat), as well as sketches, studies, and cartoons.
Drawing has been highly appreciated since the Renaissance, largely because it implies spontaneity and an embodiment of the artist's ideas. Spontaneity has always been used to particular advantage in caricature.
This unit will provide an introduction to many aspects of drawing and hopefully you will find techniques that you enjoy!