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What you'll learn

How to conduct analysis of masterworks for learning

How to develop observation skills for drawing with pen and ink

How to self-assess skills and knowledge as an artist

How to set up a study blueprint and practice the right things

Requirements

Prior drawing experience is helpful.

Description

Accelerate your pen and ink drawing skills with this step-by-step process to study the works of master artists.Pen and ink is a drawing medium. Drawing is the ability to translate what you see to paper.What I love about studying the masters is that it helps grow observation skills.Better observation skills, means more convincing art.But, to get from observation to a finished piece, there are decisions to make and problems to solve.In this course, you'll learn effective methods to study masterpieces that will accelerate your decision-making and problem-solving skills in your art projects.The comprehensive class workbook includes:Self-assessmentsObservation Analysis TemplateStudy Guide TemplatePractice ExercisesDefinitionsAdditional Resources and TipsAt the end of this class, you'll have created a custom study blueprint. You'll know exactly what to work on so you can confidently progress to more advanced projects.You can use the tools and supplies you have on hand. At minimum you'll want:Pencil and eraserA set of inking pens, one with a thicker tipSketching paperOptional: Brush pen, dip pen, India ink, inking paperHi! I'm Chloe, a learning specialist turned full-time artist. I'm happy to share my methods to help pen and ink enthusiasts reach their art goals sooner. For more on how to use dip pens and my 5-step workflow method, check out my course: Dip Pens for Realistic Drawing

Overview

Section 1: About You

Lecture 1 Your Influences

Lecture 2 Your Vision

Lecture 3 Self-assessment

Section 2: The Fundamentals

Lecture 4 The Art Fundamentals for Pen and Ink

Lecture 5 How to Choose Masters to Study

Section 3: Analysis and Study Exercises

Lecture 6 Analysis | Franklin Booth

Lecture 7 Study | Franklin Booth

Lecture 8 Analysis | James Montgomery Flagg

Lecture 9 Study | James Montgomery Flagg

Lecture 10 Analysis | Moebius

Lecture 11 Study | Moebius

Lecture 12 Analysis | Bernie Wrightson

Lecture 13 Study | Bernie Wrightson

Lecture 14 Analysis | Takehiko Inoue and Kentaro Miura

Lecture 15 Study | Takehiko Inoue and Kentaro Miura

Section 4: Setting Up Your Objectives

Lecture 16 More Exercise Ideas

Lecture 17 Pitfalls to Avoid

Lecture 18 Your Study Blueprint and Monitoring Progress

Section 5: Wrap Up

Lecture 19 Master Studies Course Conclusion

For enthusiasts of pen and ink drawing