Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create your own unique drawings using different techniques and styles.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: pencil, eraser, paper

No prior knowledge required. Just bring your creativity!

Activities

• Warm-up sketching: Spend 10 minutes sketching anything you like to get your creative juices flowing.

• Blind contour drawing: Practice drawing an object without looking at your paper for a fun challenge.

• Still life drawing: Set up a simple arrangement of objects and draw what you see, focusing on shapes and shading.

• Imagination station: Let your imagination run wild and create a drawing of a fantastical creature or scene.

Talking Points

• "Drawing is a way to express your thoughts and feelings without using words."

• "Practice is key to improving your drawing skills, so don't be afraid to make mistakes."

• "Experiment with different techniques like shading and perspective to make your drawings more realistic."

• "Drawing from observation helps you see details you may have missed before."