Drawing

Drawing is a great pastime for everyone, regardless of experience level. Drawing can be therapeutic and relaxing, but it’s also a valuable skill to learn with many practical applications in the modern world. There are many different ways to get started with drawing-some may want to begin by studying the work of masters, while others might explore new techniques on their own through experimentation. The following tips should help you get started with your artistic endeavors!

What is drawing?

Drawing can be defined as the act of producing a likeness of an object or person through the use of lines and shading. Drawing has many practical applications which range from its ability to capture real life objects, ideas for three-dimensional objects, and even sketches for paintings and stories! There are several different methods that one can use in order to create a drawing including graphite pencils, ink pens, pastels, watercolors , oil paints/oil crayons , charcoal, colored pencils , marker pens, and digital software. What is most appealing about drawing is your infinite possibilities when creating! As long as you have a vision for what you want to make and the necessary tools at your disposal—you’re ready to get started with drawing.

Who can draw?

Drawing is a valuable skill that everyone should learn because it requires the use of imagination, technical skills, and critical thinking. It’s these qualities that are important for any profession in life; therefore you should be working on your drawings everyday! Drawing is not exclusive to any age group either; there are many young children who show great potential and older adults who continue to improve their skills even after decades of drawing. The only caveat with art-making is that you need to practice regularly (drawing for at least 30 minutes daily), but don’t worry about perfection. On the contrary, mistakes indicate an opportunity to discover something new and unexpected!

Creative thinking is what allows us as humans to make abstract ideas tangible. With drawing—the possibilities are endless because it’s an act of personal expression but also discovery.

Benefits of drawing

Drawing can provide you with numerous benefits including stress relief, increased coordination, an understanding of spatial reasoning, and improved concentration. There are many different types of drawings that allow for expression in both 2D and 3D spaces! Some people also find drawing to be therapeutic because it provides them with the opportunity to engage their thoughts while practicing mindfulness techniques.

How do I get started?

There are many different ways to get started with drawing and it’s a great activity for everyone no matter what your background is. For those who want to study the work of masters, they may choose to start by looking at specific artists and their famous works. On the other hand, others may feel most comfortable by exploring new techniques on their own through experimentation and personal projects. Either way, there are some key tips that can help you get up and running with artistic endeavors!

If you’re just starting out, there’s no better way than by doing some research on how other artists created famous works of art. Look at famous paintings, sculptures, or other examples used by your favorite artists, curators or museums online or in person (museums often have free days). Once you study these objects closely during your visits; you’ll be able to figure out what makes them so unique and inspiring!

If you prefer to work on your own, you can start working with abstract shapes or other objects around the house. Then from there, try experimenting with different media including graphite pencils, ink pens , pastels, watercolors , oil paints/oil crayons , charcoal, colored pencils , marker pens, and digital software. You can also begin by drawing from imagination just focus on creating a mental image first before attempting to produce a piece of artwork .

As long as you have a vision for what you want to make and the necessary tools at your disposal—you’re ready to get started with drawing! Don’t forget that the only caveat is that you need to practice regularly (drawing for at least 30 minutes daily).

Art supplies you can buy or make yourself

There are many art supplies you can buy or even make yourself. Some of the most accessible art supplies are listed below:

Paper – You can use sketchbooks that you already have or buy new ones; you can also use large rolls of paper to draw on and later cut it down to size.
Graphite pencils (HB is good for detailed drawings)
Colored Pencil (have multiple shades of colors in one set such as light blue, dark blue, and purple)
Construction paper (you can buy individual sheets or buy larger packs at your local craft store; this will be used when you make your own sketchbook)
Paintbrush (they usually come in a pack of three at any art supply store). When using watercolors , it’s best to use a larger brush for large spaces and a smaller, more precise brush for details.
Sketchbook (this is the main tool you need to keep practicing drawing—after all practice makes perfect! You can buy pre-made notebooks at any art supply store or craft store, or simply make your own out of construction paper)
Graphite Pencil Holder (allows you to transport graphite pencils easily by latching onto the spine of a sketchbook
Art eraser (helps when erasing mistakes when working on an art project)
Ink pen (for writing down notes that may help in future projects)
Waterproof ink pens , they’re ideal when working with watercolors because it won’t ruin your drawings or sketches
Watercolor tray (used when mixing colors)
Cotton swabs (helpful for erasing watercolors )
Palette paper (you can also use a palette as an alternative to the paper—give both a try and see which works best for you!)
Watercolor paper or canvas (can be bought at any art supply store)
Canvas board (this is thicker than standard drawing paper, but is still flexible enough that it won’t break easily)
Acrylic paint set or oil paints set with different colors . You can buy premixed sets of water-based paint at any craft store. If you’re going to work with oil paints , make sure you have something oily nearby so your brush doesn’t dry out.