DRAW & SHADE your way to an awesome drawing

Ever wanted to draw from a photo? This simple but effective technique uses tracing to get all the proportions right - you simply fill in the shapes with different values (shades of the same pencil color) to create a stunning picture!

We'll be using something called a "value scale", so art teachers, this activity is a great way to put it into action.

If you're learning from home, all you'll need is a printed black and white photo (I'll show you how to optimize your photo for drawing at 0:37).

You'll also need (see 0:14 for supplies list):

• drawing paper

• pencil

• eraser

• tape (blue or masking)

• scissors

• blending stick (optional)

Here's a link to the kind of blending sticks I use in the video (starting min. 11:19). They're also called stumps or tortillions.

Alright, let's get to it!

Got questions? Tried the project? Comment below to share how it went.

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