The Art & Science of Drawing / CONTOURS

About The Art & Science of Drawing / CONTOURS

In this course you’ll learn to describe complex, volumetric form using three kinds of contour lines. First, you’ll learn to craft a detailed outside contour. Next you’ll learn to draw inner contours and overlaps that will describe any subject with great depth. Finally, you’ll learn to draw using cross contour lines to create the illusion of dramatic volume and deep space. By the end of this course, you’ll understand how to combine different kinds of contour lines to draw any form. You’ll even be introduced to foreshortening, one of the most sought after drawing skills. This course is the sixth installment of the 8-part series

_THE ART & SCIENCE of DRAWING_

which is a remarkable program that will teach you how to draw one day at a time. The program is simple, each day you’ll watch one video lesson that will introduce an essential drawing skill, and then do the recommended practice.

_THE ART & SCIENCE of DRAWING_

is overflowing with powerful insights into the drawing process and offers some of the clearest, most accessible drawing instruction available. Many of the tools and techniques you'll learn here are rarely seen outside of private art academies. This course is highly recommended for anyone who wants to learn to paint as well. Most master painters agree that drawing is a fundamental and essential skill for all painters. If you're a beginner, we recommend going through the entire series in the following order: Basic Skills Dynamic Mark Making Form & Space Measuring & Proportion Contours Shading Fundamentals Shading: Beyond the Basics If you've got some drawing experience, feel free to mix and match The Art & Science of Drawing courses to suit your personal needs as an artist!