Things You'll Need:
- Eraser
- Still objects to draw
- A drawing instruction book
- Drawing paper
- Pencil (B, 2B or 4B)
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Step 1
Get the things you will need for drawing, including a pencil, eraser, pencil sharpener, rough paper or a drawing pad. Also, you'll need a few objects that have simple lines and details, for example, a coin that can be kept on the drawing paper.
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Step 2
Place the paper on a hard surface on the floor or on the table. Hold the pencil firmly but not so tight that your hand gets cramped.
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Step 3
Scribble a few lines on the rough paper. See how pressing harder or lightening your grip changes the look of the pencil marks. Playing with textures, shades and patterns this way can help you become familiar with what kinds of marks your pencil is capable of making.
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Step 4
Begin by sketching the coin or other object you've chosen to draw. Start sketching the object's outline first, lightly. As you come up with an outline you like, you can go over it again a little darker.
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Step 5
Draw any details that the object has. For example, with a coin, you should put in the little details on the face of the coin. Take note of subtle lines and textures on the object and try to recreate it on paper.
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Step 6
Add shading effects to the drawing. The area where shadow effect is seen will require a darker tone. Observe how the light falls on the object and try to capture the light and dark hues on paper.
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Step 7
Use the eraser as necessary, but avoid scrubbing out a lot of pencil marks. You'll just smudge your picture. Remember, sketching and drawing is made of light, fluid motions that you can make darker when you've drawn something well.
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Step 8
When you've finished drawing the object, try it again from a different point of view. When you practice drawing, you'll get better at controlling the pencil and creating the subtle shades and textures you need to draw well.
Comments
Conbus71 said
on 2/24/2008 While it is true that drawing is a talent, and some people are kinda just born with it, anyone can become decent with enough practice. A common occurence I see is that when someone isn't good from the outset, they get frustrated and quit. Remember to keep trying and do your best to not become discouraged. One of the most important things I've picked up over the years is to not begin from a certain point and from there draw the rest. When I was younger doing that, it usually resulted in cutting off a persons hair or hand, or sometimes whole head. I've found that it greatly helps to do a light sketch of what you're going to draw. This will give you the right proportions and you'll be able to see that your figure will come out right. After your proportions are in order, add the details.
kflaughter said
on 7/16/2007 Draw what you see, not what you think is actually there.
For instance, if you're drawing a coin that's two feet away from you and lying flat on a table, its outline is going to be an oval, not a circle. If you draw what you see, your work will be far more realistic.
kflaughter said
on 7/16/2007 Draw what you see, not what you think is actually there.
For instance, if you're drawing a coin that's two feet away from you and lying flat on a table, its outline is going to be an oval, not a circle. If you draw what you see, your work will be far more realistic.
Berengaria said
on 6/20/2007 Drawing takes practice and can be a lifelong learning project that brings great satisfaction. Don't be put off if initial efforts don't "turn out" or satisfy you. Keep drawing, and keep your drawing materials nearby so you can take any opportunities as they arise.
jeromep said
on 6/9/2007 Try to keep your eyes on your subject, only look at the paper occasionally, and let your hand translate what your eyes are seeing. This takes some trust in yourself and your innate ability to coordinate your senses. Your body knows how to do it; just let it happen.