Techniques

Amazing sketchbook examples to give you inspiration.

If you’re looking for sketchbook ideas whether you’re just starting to sketch or need inspiration for your existing sketchbooks take a peep at these remarkable examples of sketchbook drawings by talented individuals.

Dribbble is definitely a great place to go for inspiration and references. From textures to high quality psds, from icons to illustrations and much more, you can find almost anything there.

Browsing the work of other artists and designers can be a great exercise for finding inspiration for your own work. You can find inspiring examples in web design, photography, art, and all different types of graphic design.

I draw things. A lot of things. But drawing or sketching is not a gift, but rather a skill that can be learned. Try these techniques and be prepared to AMAZE your friends and family at what a good artist you are! In this instructable, I will be walking you through how to take any photograph and make a kick-ass large-format sketch out of it, suitable for framing, gift giving, or impressing that girl/guy you wanna shag. Cuz lets face it: drawing is sexy, baby, yeah! Grrrr!

Constantly doodling on the side of your notes at work? If this sounds like you, consider learning these basic pencil drawing techniques to improve your skills.

Traditional drawing is certainly way harder than digital and it is true that people are able to progress much faster digitally, but one should learn the traditional type of drawing and painting before starting digital drawing, since it often lays out the foundation for screen design.

Step one my step by step drawing tutorial guides you through the different pencil drawing techniques needed as you learn how to draw a pencil portrait.

Drawing Techniques: Lessons, Tutorials, Tips, and Resources for Artists and Illustrators.

A simple slideshow showcasing some line drawing techniques with a focus on the work of Vincent Van Gogh & Albrecht Durer.

The art of drawing sketches is at the core of every effective figurative image, whether it's a loose three-minute drawing, a tight resolved three-week drawing, or an obsessively observed and reworked three-year painting.

Portrait art tutorial. Lessons on using a pencil or pen to draw and shade tones. Crosshatching with pencil or pen.

Every budding drawing master should see this guide on how to draw for beginners. You'll find resources perfect for your level and interest - don't miss it!

When you attempt a design project, especially if you are on the Graphic Products course, it is very important that you display a full range of graphic techniques. These techniques are divided into two areas; colouring techniques and drawing techniques. (Use techniques that are not listed if they are appropriate). Tick the columns on the right as you work through your project.

Do you struggle with a simple circle from the first step of every tutorial? Do your straight lines keep bending no matter how hard you try? Do you seem to be unable to draw two points with a given distance between?