Foundation of Realism Drawing:
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Understand the Two Pillars [00:00:13]: The ability to draw realistically comes down to mastering two core skills: **Location (Proportion)** and **Value (Shading)**. Talent only dictates the speed of learning.
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Master Location/Proportion [00:02:42]: This skill is about accurately placing lines and boundaries to form shapes on the page [00:02:50]. Knowing where every part of the drawing goes is key. Techniques that offer more freedom are generally better than more restrictive ones, such as the basic grid method [00:06:08].
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Master Value/Shading [00:03:12]: Value controls the illusion of three-dimensional forms on a two-dimensional paper [00:03:29]. If you can get the value (light and dark) correct, you can paint.
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Practice with Fundamentals [00:06:38]: There is no shortcut for determining the correct value. The best way to improve is to practice consistently, keeping the correct fundamental understanding in mind [00:06:46].
Video Credit: Beginner Realism Drawing - You just need these 2 skills - FREE Art Tutorial (link in my channel) by ThePortraitArt, published on April 9, 2024.