In this article we will introduce the concept of a line drawing. At this point we assume that we already have a gridded picture to be used as a reference.
Step one consists of drawing a grid on your actual drawing paper identical to the one on your reference. You can use any sharp pencil but be sure not to leave any indentations. After all, the grid must eventually be erased.
With this second grid in place we are now ready to start the line drawing phase.
Using a grid has many advantages. Here are just a few:
* A grid essentially divides the overall drawing into a number of smaller blocks each of which has in it a separate and much simpler drawing. This way, we are able to use the so-called "divide and conquer" technique.
* Because the scale is much smaller it is easier to make estimates of all lengths and directions within a single square.
* It is also easier to spot the important negative spaces.
* The correct perspective is also much easier to judge.
Here are a few more guidelines for executing your line drawing:
* At this time, only draw lines. Do not add any shading, blending, or other details.
* Draw very lightly. Always use a sharp, say, 3B-pencil.
* Concentrate on one square but do also keep an eye on the surrounding squares making use of your peripheral vision.
Be sure to smoothly transition from one square to the next. Stand back frequently and check out your progress from a distance and look for errors in value, perspective, orientation, and lengths.
* In this phase of the drawing process accuracy is of the essence. Think intently about judging correctly lengths and angles within a single square. Use short and soft lines that can be easily erased.
* You can use a sheet of smooth paper under your drawing hand to avoid smudging your drawing or your grid.
* Where needed also draw the contours of the important shadows and all the necessary details. The idea is to plot a detailed map of the entire scene you wish to create. All this is done in preparation for the next phase of the drawing process, i.e., the shading phase.
* Try to see shapes and draw their contours. Concentrate on the one line you are currently drawing (its length and orientation) but also pay attention to the shape it is part of.
* Also use the idea of negative space. Now and then, turn your reference picture and your drawing sheet upside down or sideways. This gives you a different perspective on lengths and angles and may help you to spot errors much better.
* Try to ignore the actual meaning of what you are drawing. Look at each mass as a blob without meaning. At this stage only the dimensions, the orientation, and the contour of the blob are important.
This will help you greatly with seeing correctly and will also reduce the involuntary introduction of your preconceived notions about how certain objects (like vases or flowers) are supposed to look like.
* Constantly look at your reference picture. You should look at your reference (or your life scene) more often than at your drawing paper.
* Make some choices. What is important? What can you possibly leave out? Drawing is an exercise in eliminating unnecessary details.
In this manner, continue drawing one square after another until you have a complete line drawing of your scene.
At this stage you should have a pretty good likeness of your scene. Review in detail the entire drawing and make corrections wherever necessary. This is also the time to get rid of your grid.
Finally, spray the drawing lightly with fixative. Spray just enough to eliminate smudging but not too much so you can still erase lines when needed.
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