Drawing A Sketch and Textbook

Drawing: A Sketch and Textbook combines essential content from a basic drawing textbook with the ample blank space of a sketchbook so that students can immediately practice what they learn. Divided into three parts-the basics, elements of drawings, and the creative process--this innovative textbook/sketchbook aims to teach students how to draw by actively engaging them in practical projects. Authors Margaret Lazzari, Dona Schlesier, and Douglas Schlesier provide reproductions of student and professional artworks that can serve as inspiration/models and give students the opportunity to create a journal of drawings, ideas, notes, and inspirations, for use now and later. View how-to videos demonstrating key techniques at the book's companion website.

Introduction

PART I: THE BASICS

Chapter 1: Media and Materials
Media
Your Art Box
Grounds
Paper Qualities
Drawing Tip

Chapter 2: Drawing From Observation
Introduction
Frames
Thumbnail Sketches
Measuring With a Pencil
Light Upon Objects

PART II: THE ELEMENTS OF DRAWING

Chapter 3: Lines
Introduction
Making Lines
Basic Attributes of Lines
Lines That Describe Form
Expressive Qualities of Line
Critical Analysis

Chapter 4: Values
Introduction
Creating Values
Grouping Values
Describing Form With Values
Contrast
Expression Through Values
Critical Analysis: Value

Chapter 5: Shape and Volume
Introduction
Reviewing Lines That Create Shapes and Volumes
Using Values To Create Shapes
Using Value to Depict Volume
Drawing Complex Forms
Foreshortening
Critical Analysis

Chapter 6: Space
Introduction
Actual and Illusionistic Space in Drawing
Figure/Ground Relationships
Overlapping, Comparison of Size, and Placement to Show Space
Showing Size With Linear Perspective
Circles and Cylinders in Perspective
Atmospheric Perspective
Expressive Use of Space
Critical Analysis

Chapter 7: Texture
Introduction
Textures Inherent in Media
Textures That Imitate Actual Objects and Surfaces
Textures Used For Expressive Purposes
Abstracted, Exaggerated, and Invented Textures
Texture to Pattern
Creating Space With Texture and Pattern
Critical Analysis

PART III: THE CREATIVE PROCESS

Chapter 8: All Things Considered: Composition
Introduction
Using the Principles of Composition in Your Drawing
Balance
Rhythm
Scale and Proportion
Critical Analysis

Chapter 9: Developing Personal Expression
Introduction
Developing Your Personal Expression
The Habit of Sketching
Three Projects to Develop Personal Vision
Critical Analysis

Chapter 10: Critique
Introduction
Inspiration
Using Your Sketchbook to Retain the Original Spark
Seeing With a Fresh Eye
Feedback
Critique Guides

Index