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Hi Korkk! So here is the advice … just keep in mind I’m just some guy on the internet ☺️. In my opinion the fastest way (technically speaking) to make progress is actually taking a course from a reputable source (online courses are excellent, some even free). Starting with the basics like a Draw a Box course (which is actually free) would get you on the road to good habits. Proko’s beginner course is likely good as well. Step 2 is to actually do the course. Don’t cheat yourself … put in the time and do what they tell you to do even if it feels weird. Stick with it until you see progress. This requires some dedication and patience. Some burn out and stop. But if you make it through you will be at a point where you can start to chart your own course/journey. I hope this helps!

lol. Yeah I was actually excited. I was trying to catch how this works for a while.

Sounds great! Just remember to have fun while at it. It is difficult to be committed to things we don’t enjoy. If you fell like a certain practice style is draining your energy. Then consider finding another way. If that happens to be the practice of a fundamental, then consider doing it only at certain times. And fill the rest of the time with things that keep you motivated. Hope this helps!

I went through most of it. I did end up stopping when it started getting really technical. I did a video on it.

Glad I could help. All the best on your journey!

You’re welcome. Glad to be of assistance!

Hi tenshiabse! Unfortunately to my knowledge Proko’s course very lightly touched on perspective. It was mentioned a few times but not much help in explaining it. So in that sense it may not be much more help than the one you are taking. I’m actually wanting to improve at perspective myself. I feel this is also holding me back. I wish I had a better answer. It seems the courses on figure drawing focus so much on accurately coping … they talk a lot about construction … which helps if you know perspective but don’t really go into it much. Maybe they assume you have that already? I am still looking for a good resource that doesn’t get crazy technical for perspective. So sorry I couldn’t be of more assistance.

First of all thanks for the kind words! I have spent some time with animals. I actually enjoy them somewhat. Most of my animal drawings were with a method learned in Draw a Box. I did a video on this (th-cam.com/video/Nvyw-3i2wjE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=kiOK-8tt-Kone-5c). If you don’t know what you are interested in drawing as yet I would recommend taking a peek at Draw a Box. It is free and has some great foundational concepts there.

Hey hanwenfu, this is a great question. I struggled with gestures a lot as well. I’m still not settled on whether this should be the first thing taught or not. But I can give some advice. 1. Get rid of the timer for a while. I found that a lot of frustration comes from rushing through a gesture and having it come out even worse than you know you can draw. This is not helpful for mental health. At least it was not for me. Time drills are for people who can already draw it slowly and want to simplify their gestures by limiting time. If you can’t draw it slow why do we think it will get magically better by drawing it fast? 2. When drawing it slow … still try to keep it just as simple. The extra time is not for putting extra marks on the page. It is for taking more time examining the gesture and really trying to figure out what is going on. Once you think you see it … then make the mark. 3. Good gestures are actually difficult. Give yourself grace. It WILL NOT look like Proko’s. But give it a good shot. A week or two of drawing consistently and then yes move on. Don’t worry … i doubt there are many things in drawing that will be mastered the first time. You will be back … again … and again … and again. Prioritize your sanity and you love of drawing … that matters most. Hope this helps!

Good question. In the past I would normally give a lot of advice around this … and I can still give some things that I found helpful. But I will also encourage you to find material or books or courses that you personally find interesting and inspiring … as some resources that are very good and have been helpful to many artists I have found to just be boring and draining. There are some fundamental things you should look for … structure and construction is a key one. The learning tool should teach you how to construct the object with simple shapes and not just copy it. I have used Proko, draw a box, and love TomFox Draws stuff. Also a huge fan of Kim Jung Gi. Hope this helps!

Thanks!

Appreciate it!

Thanks for the comment. Yes consistency is key. And loving what you do goes a long way in keeping you motivated and consistent. If you love using multiple methods and mediums then that is definitely something you should do. Great points. See you at the top!

Hi Nicolas. I use grafit studio, posemeniacs, and photos I take myself. Thanks for the question.

Thanks

This a newer sketchbook that I bought. The brand is Pentalic. It’s okay but my favorite is by far still the Moleskine.

So true! I think we get caught up on how fast … the most optimal way to progress … which leads to a lot of discouragement when you don’t feel like you are making the progress that was advertised. It’s a tough road. I say focus on the love of drawing first … not speed to progress … there will always be something you can do better.

Sorry 😞 I don’t have an active instagram at this point. Maybe I may start posting again since several people are asking about it.

Thanks ☺️ appreciate the feedback and support!

Hi there! Yes I have older sketch books. I will likely do a flip through montage at some point. However, I do review all of the sketchbooks in previous videos in the event you want to see those. Thanks.

Glad to hear that this was useful!

Thanks. Good advice.

I do have an instagram account but I don’t really post anything there anymore. Couldn’t keep up with 2 platforms with my real life stuff and TH-cam creates a better community and more interaction with what I’m doing.

​@@canilearntodraw2579 I see. You should start being more active and advertising it here when you think u have some spare time. You just take and post pics, after all. It'd be easier for us to look at your art/progress. Anyways, good luck!

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@@canilearntodraw2579 i see man. It's really incredible seeing how you've improved and how much you have practiced while having a full time job and a family.

Appreciate it! Yeah I’m going to try and expand this process to some other areas where I struggle … foreshortening 🥺 lol. See how it goes. I’ll keep you all in the loop.

I love Tom Fox’s style. Considering taking a course he came out with at some point. Much of this was just from reference with a few references from his book. But the influence is definitely there! I spent quite a bit of time in that book. ☺️

Glad it was helpful!

😆 yeah most are really intimidating. Thanks.

This is a moleskine sketchbook. The larger notebook size.

Not everyday … but many days.

@@canilearntodraw2579 aw, I see did you have any drawing experience before you took it seriously?

😆 that’s the beauty of life. You can always quit at anytime … and it’s not always a bad thing either. I tell my kids this all the time. Don’t be afraid to quit. Think about it and if it’s the best decision … quit as fast as you can.

Appreciate the kind words 😊

Hi. Thanks for the compliment. For all the books and courses I have used in the past you would have to go through the videos. But I have been all over the place, Proko courses, draw a box, how to draw the marval way and Tomfox’s book to name a few. However a lot of it just comes with practice overtime. You try a technique the first time and you are horrible at it and leave it alone. Months later after practicing a lot of things that may seem like they are not directly related, you come back to that skill and notice that it is a bit easier. That’s what you are seeing here. Drawing directly has been a long process. Basically keep practicing keep drawing. And overall you will get better at drawing. It may sound vague … but the good news is it works and as long as you consistently do it you will get better.

Glad to hear it!

Hi Yuglut! Thanks for the comment. Really glad you are finding value in my journey.

Hi Naya. Not sure if I’m understanding your question correctly but if you are asking about the consistency of the drawings that just comes with time. In a sense it is kind of like style. You don’t intentionally do it but your work tends to have a certain look. And that changes the more you or I learn.

That’s interesting. I just love how their sketch books feel and how the pages lay flatter than most.