Although this may seem repetitive as we looked at tones and mark making in Part 1, so far I like the way we are being asked to apply it in different compositions, moods and environments. For part 2, it’s all about close work and observational skills with natural objects. I shouldn’t be at a loss for natural objects as I seem to have gained a collection of seashells, pebbles and driftwood. I may need to push myself during this project to think away from the beach environment!
Aims of this exercise:
Aims of this exercise:
- To build up dark, medium and light tones using pencils and crosshatching techniques
- To use a single object
- Gain a varied effect by combining soft and medium grade pencils
- Vary the direction of the strokes made
Method suggested:
- Lightly sketch outlines
- Identify darkest areas
- Hatch in dark areas
- Identify patterns
Think about:
- Introducing contrast, strong darks with deep cross hatching
- Light tone areas
- Various types of mark direction, continuous and broken line
Practice so far
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| Part 2 objectives in my own shorthand |
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| First play 🙂 |
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| Drawing using negative spaces as a starting point |
Tea and Doodles 