Some drawings started with an initial linear block-in, as shown in traditional painting tutorials from ctrl+paint.

Drawing Shape: Linear Block-in

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  • encapsulate the object into an envelope
  • correct any mistakes until the envelope is ok
  • add details
  • work from general to specific, large to small

Assignment:

  • draw 5 objects

Crosshatching

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  • when hatching, follow the form of the object
  • for the shadow on flat surfaces, it is ok to use straight hatch lines

Drawing using initial block-in – with some extra shading
Drawing using initial block-in – with some extra shading