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Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2023 4:38 pm
by 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
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2023 4:41 pm
by The Reverend
CEB wrote: ↑Sat Dec 30, 2023 4:38 pm
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.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 4:20 pm
by 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?
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 5:24 pm
by Long slender neck
Theo Archibald
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 6:19 pm
by 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
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 6:26 pm
by CEB
That’s actually pretty good
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 6:32 pm
by CEB
I thought that was a joke suggestion cos of him being a bit odd looking
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 7:15 pm
by Daily Express bot
Long slender neck wrote: ↑Wed Jan 10, 2024 6:19 pm
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.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 8:12 pm
by Rich Tea Wellin
Long slender neck wrote: ↑Wed Jan 10, 2024 6:19 pm
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
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 8:28 pm
by Long slender neck
I think you've captured his face well, particularly the nose. Like me, you've gone with a beefy neck.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:46 am
by 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.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:48 am
by CEB
Bloody hell, another good one. I’m gonna have to do this properly then
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:50 am
by Wally Banter
Do you think I got her hair right? It's changed a lot since the Teenage Dream days of this pic.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:52 am
by 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
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:56 am
by ChorizO
Can i vote for less of these self indulgent claptrap threads?
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:59 am
by Wally Banter
Sure. Where are you planning to cast your vote?
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:59 am
by 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
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 9:00 am
by CEB
ChorizO wrote: ↑Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:56 am
Can i vote for less of these self indulgent claptrap threads?
Fewer
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 9:02 am
by Wally Banter
CEB wrote: ↑Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:59 am
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.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 9:15 am
by Hoover Attack
CEB wrote: ↑Wed Jan 10, 2024 6:32 pm
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.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 11:54 am
by 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?
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 12:00 pm
by Long slender neck
imgur.com
click get share links
copy and past the 'forum' code
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Sun Jan 14, 2024 11:24 am
by ChorizO
CEB wrote: ↑Thu Jan 11, 2024 9:00 am
ChorizO wrote: ↑Thu Jan 11, 2024 8:56 am
Can i vote for less of these self indulgent claptrap threads?
Fewer
Wrong.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Sun Jan 14, 2024 12:27 pm
by CEB
Ah, the confidence of the ignorant.
Anyway, sorry guys, didn’t get round to this yet.
Re: Drawing workshop, poll
Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2024 6:27 pm
by CEB
The Reverend wrote: ↑Sat Dec 30, 2023 4:41 pm
CEB wrote: ↑Sat Dec 30, 2023 4:38 pm
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!