Reviewer for the 2nd Periodic examination

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DRAWING TECHNIQUES: TIPS AND TRICKS FOR EVERY ARTIST

Drawing is a versatile form of art that can represent both realistic and abstract visuals. Artists, both
professionals and amateurs, use various techniques to create their works, and mastering these
techniques requires practice and experimentation. Here are some of the basic and advanced drawing
techniques that beginners can learn to improve their drawing skills.

1. GESTURE DRAWING---a technique used to capture the movement of subjects in quick strokes, allowing artists
to practice drawing movement without worrying about fine details. It is especially useful for drawing people or
animals.

2. CONTOUR DRAWING---involves using a continuous line to capture the edges of a subject. This technique is
useful for drawing objects that have defined shapes, such as still life or landscapes. The goal is to create an outline
of the subject without lifting the pencil from the paper.

3. CROSS HATCHING ---create depth, shading, and texture in a drawing-by-drawing parallel lines in multiple
directions. Artists can vary the pressure and direction of the lines to create different effects.

4. STIPPLING--create shading and texture in drawings by creating small dots. It is tedious but produces highly
detailed results, making it ideal for drawing insects, animals, and other intricate subjects.

5. SKETCHING --preliminary drawing skill used to map out the subject's proportions, form, and composition. It
uses light pencil strokes so that it can be easily revised and refined using erasable pencils.

6. SHADING --create depth and volume in drawings. It involves filling the shadows with dark strokes, and then
gradually layering lighter ones to add contrast. Beginners can practice shading by starting with basic shapes and
working up to more complex forms.

7. BLENDING--create seamless gradations of values, often seen in portrait art. It involves smudging the surface
with a blending tool or fingertips, and artists can use various tools such as brushes, tissue paper, or
tortillons to achieve their desired effect.

8. SCRIBBLE-- technique that involves sketching and shading in quick, irregular lines. Artists can
use this technique for creating texture, shading, and rough surfaces.

9. BACK AND FORTH --technique that involves making rapid back-and-forth strokes to add depth
and tone to a drawing. This technique is used to create smooth and continuous textures and gradients.

10. HATCHING---technique that involves creating parallel lines of varying length and weight on the
paper to create shading, texture, and contrast. Artists can use this technique to create different
shading effects by varying the length, thickness, and direction of the lines.

11. FREE HATCHING--is a variant of hatching that involves using rapid, irregular lines that follow
the form of the subject. This technique creates texture and depth on the surface of the drawing.

12. TONAL SCRIBBLES---involve creating texture and shading by scribbling lines over areas of a
drawing. This technique can be used to create detail and texture on hair, fur, and clothing.

13. DOTS---technique for creating texture and shading in drawings by forming dots on the paper. This technique can
be used to create a smooth gradation of color or a stippled texture.

14. SMUDGING--a technique that involves using a tool or finger to blend pigments on the surface of the paper to
create soft transitions from one color or tone to another.
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