Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will demonstrate developing technical accomplishment and refinement in making artworks.
Materials and Prep
Materials needed: pencil, eraser, sketchbook, ruler, and any preferred drawing tools. No prior knowledge required, just bring your creativity!
Activities
- Activity 1 - Line Study: Practice drawing different types of lines (straight, curved, dotted) to understand line weight and variation.
- Activity 2 - Still Life Drawing: Set up a simple still life arrangement and focus on capturing details and textures using shading techniques.
- Activity 3 - Self-Portrait: Challenge yourself by creating a self-portrait, paying attention to proportions and facial features.
Talking Points
- Understanding Line Weight: "Remember, thicker lines can add emphasis and depth to your drawings."
- Shading Techniques: "Experiment with hatching and cross-hatching to create different values and textures."
- Proportions in Portraits: "Pay close attention to the proportions of the face, like the distance between eyes and the placement of features."