This is an unrelated question to the project but related question related to developing the observation skills. How can we train the eyes to improve the composition of the drawings that we are doing (I know right now its an individual drawing but for the sake of understanding). My main purpose to learn to draw is to improve my design skills (My ability to see and observe). Maybe something to this effect is mentioned in the later videos but if anyone who has knowledge in also improving composition skills while learning to draw. Any input would be much appreciated:) Thankyou

Stan mentiones that this is what our brain wants to do, but I didn't get the point. Why is drawing the feather of the penguin in this way wrong. Maybe it was mentioned in previous videos but I am unable to find that concept. Could anyone please elaborate:)? thankyou

These are my drawings from the past 14 days, and here's what I've learned! 1. Creating a thumbnail with a simplified version of a drawing is an excellent initial step. It's incredibly useful for refining composition and ensuring more accurate proportions. 2. I need to remember to air-trace the line before placing the pen on the paper. 3. I noticed that hesitation and attempting overly ambitious strokes (like covering too much distance) result in shaky lines. 4. I still struggle with avoiding getting lost in the details, but that might just be my brain. 5. I realized that because I didn't focus on a specific skill to improve (whether it's line work, simplification, or composition), all these ended up only minimally touched. Apologies for forgetting to take photos of my references... I plan to continue drawing as frequently as possible, keeping these lessons in mind. 🌞

Hi, I am a newbie and interested in learning to draw but I have this paperlike-notebook called remarkable 2 and I usually sketch on it, Do I need different kinds of pencils to follow this course or using such tech help me get better aswell. I am asking because I dont know if there are different levels of sharpness or lead that one needs to create good sketches. Any guidance in this regard would be helpful:)