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Seeing the Forest Not the Trees

That’s right, today we’re going to draw a forest and we’re  going to try NOT to see the trees.  Let … More

drawing, Seeing, trees, Values

Seeing in Black and White

To those new to drawing, seeing values can be perplexing.  Most people see color instead of value.  Then if something … More

drawing, Seeing, Values

Comparing Pencil and Ink

Pencil drawing is great fun to be sure.  It’s possible to get soft and subtle gradations from light to dark.  … More

drawing, Values

Challenge of the Squiggles

Every drawing is an opportunity to see something new, express a new idea and learn more about how to draw. … More

drawing, Style, Values

The Effect of Color

The line drawing in and of itself is not bad.  It’s interesting and tells the story of the place.  But … More

Color, drawing, Values

Developing the Drawing

Last week I started with a  basic tone of lines over the preliminary drawing .  This design becomes the foundation to build … More

Composition, Depth, drawing, Values

Beginning the Drawing

After the very small thumbnail sketches to plan how I will compose a scene, it’s time to begin the actual … More

Composition, drawing, Values

Form of the Face

For the past few weeks as I’ve been describing the position of facial features I’ve been working in very simple … More

Drawing the Face, Faces, Learning from the Masters, Values

Seeing the Masses

Imagine yourself walking down a forested path, coming around a corner and thinking, “What a nice view, I’d love to draw it.” … More

Composition, Values

Drawing a Cucumber

Today, I’m just going to draw.  There’s no better way to improve drawing skills than to practice.  Draw everyday if you … More

Practice, Values

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Hi, I’m Paula Ensign

Drawing has always been my favorite thing to do. Not only do I love to draw, but I passionately believe that everyone can learn to draw. It's not a magical gift to a select few. There are basic skills that can be applied in the same way one learns to play the piano or to drive a car.  Follow instructions, practice, and drawings are guaranteed to result. Best of all, drawing is rewarding no matter where you are in your artistic journey.

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