Drawing Techniques

Drawing techniques allow an artist to elaborate on a drawing by using various pencil strokes.

Among other things, these variations with a pencil can create volume, light and texture.

Drawings come to life with the skills of each artist and whatever techniques they choose to use.

It's a matter of experimenting with your pencil to find the technique that you like.

You can select just one of these pencil techniques or you are free to use all of them in your artistic portfolio.

Stippling is a favorite of mine, it's so easy to implement and it can be used instead of lines.

Drawing tips and techniques are used to help us develop an original style, to find the uniqueness that is in each and every one of us. All it takes is an open mind and a willingness to learn.

Of course, there are many in-depth tutorials that aren't covered here because this information aims at helping beginners on to their drawing path, without overwhelming anyone with too much information at once.

For example, have you tried the doodle drawings exercise to kick start your creativity?

If you are looking for something different to include in your drawings, maybe a technique like frottage will be your answer.

Grid drawing is used by beginner artists and experienced artists alike. It's a technique used to help your drawings look more life-like.

See the beginner's tutorial for including light and shade in your work. It really adds a new dimension to your drawings.

If you are having trouble drawing in your original outlines, you could try observing the negative space around your subject.

Perspective creates depth in your drawings, giving the illusion of space and distance.

Drawing techniques help you make your drawings more appealing/interesting and this in turn gives the viewer something more to study.

Be adventurous and try them out today. Happy drawings!