Drawing workshop, poll

[CEB]

OK, let’s do this now that the bans are out of the way. I’ll be periodically giving updates and tips and answering questions for anyone who wants to join in .

You will need:
Something to draw on (I’ll be working at A4 size to make it accessible to most people, so even photocopier paper is fine)
Pencils (ideally a range of softnesses, but just HB is fine. I’ll be using 2H, HB and 2B
Eraser/sharpener (ideally a kneadable eraser, but bog standard is fine if that’s all you have)
Kitchen roll (all will become clear)

Optional:
If you’d like to draw digitally and have an iPad, download Procreate
Ruler
Blending stump (rolled up paper for blending)
The means to print out a reference image

[The Reverend]

OK, let’s do this now that the bans are out of the way. I’ll be periodically giving updates and tips and answering questions for anyone who wants to join in .

You will need:
Something to draw on (I’ll be working at A4 size to make it accessible to most people, so even photocopier paper is fine)
Pencils (ideally a range of softnesses, but just HB is fine. I’ll be using 2H, HB and 2B
Eraser/sharpener (ideally a kneadable eraser, but bog standard is fine if that’s all you have)
Kitchen roll (all will become clear)

Optional:
If you’d like to draw digitally and have an iPad, download Procreate
Ruler
Blending stump (rolled up paper for blending)
The means to print out a reference image

Hopefully your ban will be upgraded to a much deserved permanent one in due time.

[CEB]

OK, I’ve got a bit of time this evening and now my to draw, so I’m going to do this. Which current Orient player shall I do?

[Long slender neck]

Theo Archibald

[Long slender neck]

I have used an old printer test page to draw on the back of with a pencil I found in the office.

I am pleased with the results but wish I had a better rubber.

Reference image

[CEB]

That’s actually pretty good

[CEB]

I thought that was a joke suggestion cos of him being a bit odd looking

[Daily Express bot]

I have used an old printer test page to draw on the back of with a pencil I found in the office.

I am pleased with the results but wish I had a better rubber.

Reference image

Neck not very slender, more like a Rottweiler’s.
I thought it was Charles Bronson at first in
‘Once Upon A Time In The West until I saw the likeness.
Actually , is quite good , well done.
I painted something before Christmas but have not had time to learn how to load it on here.

[Rich Tea Wellin]

I have used an old printer test page to draw on the back of with a pencil I found in the office.

I am pleased with the results but wish I had a better rubber.

Reference image

Think you win…done in pen and a work notebook as I wait for some testing to run. Looks a bit like a hunchback.
https://ibb.co/M6VPNnz

[Long slender neck]

I think you've captured his face well, particularly the nose. Like me, you've gone with a beefy neck.

[Wally Banter]

Here's my attempt.
- Gave myself 20 mins to do it before work
- After a couple of aborted starts, I traced the silhouette and facial feature positions off my computer screen. I think that's the only way I could get the proportions right.
- Have only ever done a few life drawing classes, which I really enjoyed because you could use basic geometric visualisation and not worry too much about detail. Very soothing. Faces, on the other hand...I have no idea how you draw the intricacies of a nose or ear, for example.

[CEB]

Bloody hell, another good one. I’m gonna have to do this properly then

[Wally Banter]

Do you think I got her hair right? It's changed a lot since the Teenage Dream days of this pic.

[CEB]

You even have the haunted look in her eyes that hints at the sadness that still remains from her time spent with ol’ Russ

[ChorizO]

Can i vote for less of these self indulgent claptrap threads?

[Wally Banter]

Sure. Where are you planning to cast your vote?

[CEB]

This is interesting:

“Have only ever done a few life drawing classes, which I really enjoyed because you could use basic geometric visualisation and not worry too much about detail. Very soothing. Faces, on the other hand...I have no idea how you draw the intricacies of a nose or ear, for example.”

because it’s actually how to approach faces too; the trick is to think of them as shapes and not worry about detail until later. I’m going to actually do this today. Shall I use this pic of Theo or is it OK if I pick one that lends itself more to drawings (because a good reference helps a lot)
Actually I might do both

[CEB]

Can i vote for less of these self indulgent claptrap threads?

Fewer

[Wally Banter]

This is interesting:

“Have only ever done a few life drawing classes, which I really enjoyed because you could use basic geometric visualisation and not worry too much about detail. Very soothing. Faces, on the other hand...I have no idea how you draw the intricacies of a nose or ear, for example.”

because it’s actually how to approach faces too; the trick is to think of them as shapes and not worry about detail until later. I’m going to actually do this today. Shall I use this pic of Theo or is it OK if I pick one that lends itself more to drawings (because a good reference helps a lot)
Actually I might do both

Would be interested to see your iterations of drawing facial features. I reckon you have to do the Theo pic too.

[Hoover Attack]

I thought that was a joke suggestion cos of him being a bit odd looking

What?

He's not classically good looking but he has beautiful eyes.

[CEB]

Can’t seem to get tiny pic to work. Just getting the blue question mark when I post,. Can anyone recommend any image hosting sites?

[Long slender neck]

imgur.com

click get share links
copy and past the 'forum' code

[ChorizO]

Can i vote for less of these self indulgent claptrap threads?

Fewer

Wrong.

[CEB]

Ah, the confidence of the ignorant.

Anyway, sorry guys, didn’t get round to this yet.

[CEB]

OK, let’s do this now that the bans are out of the way. I’ll be periodically giving updates and tips and answering questions for anyone who wants to join in .

You will need:
Something to draw on (I’ll be working at A4 size to make it accessible to most people, so even photocopier paper is fine)
Pencils (ideally a range of softnesses, but just HB is fine. I’ll be using 2H, HB and 2B
Eraser/sharpener (ideally a kneadable eraser, but bog standard is fine if that’s all you have)
Kitchen roll (all will become clear)

Optional:
If you’d like to draw digitally and have an iPad, download Procreate
Ruler
Blending stump (rolled up paper for blending)
The means to print out a reference image

Hopefully your ban will be upgraded to a much deserved permanent one in due time.

It really is terrible when boarders attempt to continue feuds on unrelated threads, trying to take over the board with their need for conflict, isn’t it. And trying to get people banned! Awful. I hope Rev doesn’t see this post, as he’ll have something to say about this!