Drawspace @drawspace

We create art lessons and curriculum used by millions of individuals and homeschoolers, and thousands of schools, colleges, and universities all over the world. drawspace.com Halifax, Nova Scotia Joined July 2010

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Drawspace @drawspace

6 years ago

Part 3: Mix Colors and Paint a Background Marlowe the Adorable Sphinx brendahoddinott.com/2019/10/30/mar… via @BrendaHoddinott

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Drawspace @drawspace

6 years ago

Creating effective illusions is a big part of the drawing process. Learn how one-point perspective can make viewers feel like they're looking upward, downward, or straight ahead at your subject. ow.ly/1JML50vJPMk

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6 years ago

These illustrations are fabulous! "In the future, Ruby plans on showcasing her work through a website with 'more detailed information and posts so people can have a better view and understanding of my work.'" ow.ly/ELiH50vJQiY

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6 years ago

Pro tip! When you're drawing eyes, keep the initial sketch lines very light so they can be erased later. Instead of bold lines, use contrasting shading graduations to separate the various parts of eyes and to give their forms depth. #drawing #artschool

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6 years ago

When you happen on an amazing subject but can't draw it until later on, it can be tricky to hold all the details in your mind. This free lesson can help: ow.ly/nR8C50vJM3R

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6 years ago

Not an insect fan? These illustrations might change your mind. ow.ly/eWMV50voSUx

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6 years ago

Drawing tip! Take your time when drawing the forms of an object or living being. Draw the shapes first and then shade in the light and shadows. #draw #drawinglessons

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6 years ago

Hey advanced artists! Here's a lesson just for you. Use high-key shading, blending, and erasing to render the textures of a realistic stained glass and metal butterfly. #artschool #draw ow.ly/43JE50voSKy

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6 years ago

Itching to get out of the house? Plan an outing to find some floral models that you can draw from various perspectives. Then, render close-up, detailed drawings of the textures and forms of the individual petals and leaves.

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6 years ago

Is there a piece of art stuck to your fridge? There's probably a lot more going on in that picture than you realize. Interesting article on the psychology behind kid-created drawings: ow.ly/F9Y350vlKO6

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6 years ago

Drawing inspiration is everywhere - but that doesn't help if you can't remember the details of what you've seen. Check out this free lesson on committing potential subjects to memory so you can translate them into drawings later on. ow.ly/wkdU50vlKBy

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6 years ago

If you're drawing a baby, resist the temptation to make their hair too thick or full. Too much hair in a drawing can make the baby look old and, as art history has shown, old-looking babies just don't age well. ow.ly/OY7A50vlKbq

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6 years ago

Want to boost your creativity? Scientists say playing Minecraft could help. ow.ly/Kekz50vlJNT

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6 years ago

Learn to draw a horse's head in just three steps (we promise not to make any Godfather jokes). ow.ly/LzpY50vlJFJ

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6 years ago

Having trouble with symmetry? Try drawing a faint line down the center of your drawing space before you begin. Visually measure the spaces on both sides of this line as you draw - you can even use a ruler if you want to be precise!

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6 years ago

A fascinating article on how x-raying a Rembrandt provided insight into the artist's processes. ow.ly/GpL050vlJgz

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6 years ago

To draw children well, you need a strong understanding of facial proportions. Try this lesson and learn to accurately outline and shade a little girl's face. ow.ly/TTKX50vlIDC

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6 years ago

Drawing tip! A composition becomes more intriguing when you emphasize your focal point with more detail and a stronger contrast in values than other aspects of your drawing. #draw #artschool

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6 years ago

Learning to draw is mostly just learning to see. Get started with this free drawing lesson, then enhance your visual intelligence by diving into the rest of our "Drawing on Your Brain" lesson module. ow.ly/ubLR50veBcD #artlessons #draw

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6 years ago

"The hardest part of the project, Rodegast found, was sourcing the maps. 'In the age of smartphones, nobody uses paper city maps any more: in most of the bookstores the vendors opened nearly empty drawers.'" ow.ly/XcAR50veBaf