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RE: Bat Studies with Process & a New Art Challenge
You have amazing drawing talent @kristyglas. I like how you explained your drawing process from birds to dragons and bats. Whatever it is that you draw, you make them look realistic yet adorable. Thank you for sharing. You inspire me to draw. How did you start learning to draw? I would like to learn too. I used to take some art classes in school but did not continue. Now, I am interested to pick it up again. Thanks @kristyglas!
p.s. I like bat 12... she seems to know where she is headed to, like she has a mission, a goal.
Thank you! :D It's so much easier to write about things I enjoy. Plus I learned a sort of formula of what to mention when writing. The main trick was for me to realize that the reader can't read my mind, so explain it or link a post where I explained it before xD My main concern now is to not to be repetitive with my posts. Haha
For learning to draw I suggest first reflecting what you would like to draw. Then cut it up into simpler steps and a sort of schedule.^^
Also read and learn about art elements and principles. Those are useful no matter what you draw. I've also done a couple of step by step drawing tuturials, one is about birds and the other about toats. I can look for the links :D
Have fun with this and you will want to draw more and more. Try to focus on things you draw/learn, without distractions, that way you'll learn faster.
Good luck and can't wait to see your drawings :D
Thank you for your engaging comment :3
Thank you so much for your advice @kristyglas! I do like flowers and nature, maybe I can start with that. There are many beautiful flower photos here on Steemit :) I will start with pencil sketching. Aah let me go find your tutorials :) I think drawing, like most art and craft, can be quite therapeutic and it helps with calming our mind and soul (when done at our own time - no datelines whatsoever like rushing to make gifts for Christmas or birthdays ). Haha I don't think you will be repetitive at all. If you repeat, it is just to get the same and consistent message across and you will have new readers, so it shouldn't be a problem :)
I'm very glad to hear that :D Flowers sound very sweet and fun! I hope you'll share some of the drawings with us ^^ I recommend to start with pencils and then try the same drawing with your favorite medium.
My tutorials themes are different, but the principle is the same (for pencils): use soft sttrokes; start with the simple shapes like ovals; then define the objects outline; next mark the main details and where the shadows are and finally do shading- from soft to stronger; use one direction for shading until you feel comfortable :D
Thank you very much for the compliment and I hope you enjoy drawing :3