How to Draw Still Life
Start by picking an easy object to draw such as a ball, a book, a box, etc., When you have chosen your object, place it on a counter, table, floor, etc., Try to have one source of light (a lamp is recommended)., After choosing the location, look at...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Start by picking an easy object to draw such as a ball
If you are a beginner, then any object without too much detail or has an interesting shape will do.
It's very important not to rush yourself into trying something that may be too difficult. -
Step 2: a book
Make sure the location you've chosen doesn't have a complicated background to it. , It defines the shadows more. , Try to realize the position/shading/texture/patterns and other things that may help you draw it. , Try using the pencil softly so if you mess up it's easier to erase. , But do not work on any one part of the object until you have the entire object drawn lightly. ,, Shading is very important and it must be done properly.
Use your pencil lightly when shading and continue overlapping that one part.
Don't get impatient and start pressing harder, because after that a dent will appear in the paper and it will be harder to erase. , You may get some swelling in your arms and hands if you did this process correctly. , You may notice some differences so you can go back and fix it.
Not everything will be perfect so don't work up a sweat trying to figure it out. , -
Step 3: When you have chosen your object
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Step 4: place it on a counter
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Step 5: Try to have one source of light (a lamp is recommended).
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Step 6: After choosing the location
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Step 7: look at your object for about 2-7 min.
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Step 8: When you have realized every single part of the object
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Step 9: start with any place that makes you feel comfortable.
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Step 10: When starting
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Step 11: try using shapes that you see in the object
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Step 12: such as circles or rectangles
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Step 13: or draw light lines that divide the object equally.
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Step 14: Once you have the entire object drawn lightly
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Step 15: start darkening the outlines
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Step 16: but not so dark that it makes it look 2 dimensional.
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Step 17: After that
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Step 18: start adding details.
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Step 19: The process of shading may take a long time
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Step 20: depending on the object
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Step 21: so take a few breaks when you feel it's necessary.
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Step 22: When you have finished the shading take a step back and look at your picture
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Step 23: compared to the still object.
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Step 24: Keep practicing and you will become a better artist!
Detailed Guide
If you are a beginner, then any object without too much detail or has an interesting shape will do.
It's very important not to rush yourself into trying something that may be too difficult.
Make sure the location you've chosen doesn't have a complicated background to it. , It defines the shadows more. , Try to realize the position/shading/texture/patterns and other things that may help you draw it. , Try using the pencil softly so if you mess up it's easier to erase. , But do not work on any one part of the object until you have the entire object drawn lightly. ,, Shading is very important and it must be done properly.
Use your pencil lightly when shading and continue overlapping that one part.
Don't get impatient and start pressing harder, because after that a dent will appear in the paper and it will be harder to erase. , You may get some swelling in your arms and hands if you did this process correctly. , You may notice some differences so you can go back and fix it.
Not everything will be perfect so don't work up a sweat trying to figure it out. ,
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