Drawing Basics
Getting Started
Lines
Shapes
How Perspective Works
Intuitive Perspective
Values
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Drawing with Confident, Expressive Lines
This lesson teaches you how to replace "hairy lines" (multiple hesitant strokes) with confident, expressive lines that improve your drawings. You'll learn why this skill is crucial for drawing from imagination, animation, and even mechanical subjects.
The premium lesson covers:
- Drawing with your whole arm - techniques for creating larger, more dynamic strokes with less fatigue
- The ghosting method - a step-by-step approach to rehearsing lines before committing to paper
- Understanding curve varieties - how to use C-curves, S-curves, and straight lines with intention rather than creating the "snowman effect"
- Common mistakes including not simplifying enough, over-simplifying, and line quality issues
- Form and structure considerations to balance flowing curves with structural straight lines
You'll gain practical techniques to immediately improve your line confidence, a fundamental skill that affects every aspect of your drawing practice.
Get the full lesson in the premium course.
Course by Patrick Jones
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Founder of Proko, artist and teacher of drawing, painting, and anatomy. I try to make my lessons fun and ultra packed with information.
