A line-drawing exercise you never knew you needed

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VIDEO DESCRIPTION:
In this video we take a look at a simple, but very effective line drawing exercise that helps you to handle the challenge of line directions in drawing. Some directions are more challenging than others, so how do we deal with it.
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Пікірлер: 275

@idontcheckmynotifications Жыл бұрын

Art can be so stressful, your videos help calm me down about it, thank you for so much content over the years

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

Glad I can help! 🙂

@benclarkson4205 8 ай бұрын

If art is stressful for you… you need to find a new art form

@Gui1000K 6 ай бұрын

@@benclarkson4205 uh, no

@nameless_kitten 6 ай бұрын

@benclarkson4205 Sometimes art can be stressful. This does not mean that we need to change something, there can always be “not your” day even if person really like to draw

@smolltaco5667 5 ай бұрын

@benclarkson4205 horrid advice, if anything is stressful you simply need to take a step back and think as much as you have to, "what am i doing wrong" "am i doing too much" " should i worry?" And "im stressed from something else"

@lindysmith13 Жыл бұрын

I always knew that I drew better in certain directions but you put it into understandable language. I'm a big fan of turning my paper! Thanks.

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

We do what we have to get and maintain the best lines. If you have to turn the paper, you should

@felixvvvw1578 Жыл бұрын

Guys Try to lock your wrist and work from the arm it helps a lot for preventing shaky lines. It works for me as a tattooist and graffiti writer and might work for you as well.

@uchihaclan77 Жыл бұрын

I’m a simple man, I see Alphonso, I click.

@RadishTheFool Жыл бұрын

I'm a simple woman. I see a positive comment, I appreciate. People like you make the world a kinder place. Thank you. ☘️

@Mrs.LadeyBug Жыл бұрын

I’m a complicated woman. I see Alphonso, I also click. 😃

@bernalesjames9110 Жыл бұрын

I love women

@rogeliomartinez9173 Жыл бұрын

I'm a human with the lowest IQ which is 0.5 above of the chimp ( my cousin),and I can say I see n most significant thing I understand what Alphonso has to teach.

@midnut9036 Жыл бұрын

@bernales is a simple man, he loves women

@smile-- Жыл бұрын

I appreciate how you use cheap drawing tools, it shows to new artists that your tools don't matter as much as your technique.

@cibablea Жыл бұрын

I don't know of many who teach with such clarity, confidence and skill. These subtleties are priceless. Thanks for sharing.

@blessedandbiwithahintofmagic Жыл бұрын

The very specific, atomic parts of each process - line marking, for example, are really important - these very specific details are really helpful, excellent job here!

@simonmiller7841 Жыл бұрын

You make everything seem so light and simple. Please continue making this content. You make art approachable and fun to explore.

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

I will

@sharonbroadrick5341 7 ай бұрын

Thank you. I'm a lefty who grew up schooled in the world of the right handed. When I began to draw, I knew I felt better hatching in a different direction from others in the class but in the strict world I was in, expected to follow the style of the professors. You also just explained why I have always loved Leonardo's drawings. I Never knew he was left handed! I feel you have just given me permission to be myself! Also, Steve Mitchell of "Mind of Watercolor" recommended you in one of his videos. I must thank him.

@archonic_ 9 ай бұрын

i had those books checked out from my library, i just now realized you made them! thats really cool, and the way you describe things is clear and concise!

@nailahassan5035 9 ай бұрын

Your philosophy is just brilliant, love your teaching methods, unique talent!

@meltdownremix1996 Жыл бұрын

This is stuff that I had somehow never considered, but makes SO much sense now that you talk about it! Ive always had a lot of trouble with stuff like hatching, so now I'm going to have to sit down and practice these things. Thank you so much for another great video!

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

My pleasure 🙂🙏

@MsSoapify Жыл бұрын

I'm a beginner, I'm right handed and once I tried this I immediately noticed that all the strokes going towards the left were my more uncomfortable strokes! Thanks for pointing this out, it really helps

@Oddman1980 5 ай бұрын

I love this! Simple exercises like this is what I always wanted. I've always wanted to learn to draw but I really struggle with it.

@3amAfterlife Жыл бұрын

This is an awesome tutorial. I've thought about these things while drawing, but never thought of a way to put it in words. Especially in such a way that non artists could get too

@Xitaychin 11 ай бұрын

Thanks! Good explanation with good voice even those who aren't native english can understand.

@superfly2449 11 ай бұрын

I never thought of this. I have learned something new.

@rainbowfox1934 10 ай бұрын

Incredibly useful exercise.

@camaradavitinho Жыл бұрын

man this video is great, the tips are so on point! I can't believe you synthesized all that information so clearly in just 7 minutes.

@marymiller1339 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so Alphonso for sharing your talent with us. I just purchased your books and can’t wait for them to come!

@fiolettbjorn7461 11 ай бұрын

Preach! Sometimes just watching others hatch helps me stay aware of these nuances and stay mindful of my intention

@judithpool8177 Жыл бұрын

You always help me to keep being tune into myself with you brilliant and so crystal clear.

@serijas737 Жыл бұрын

You have a very unique approach on art and I hope you'll continue to grow and be successful. Thank you for your practice.

@dmat7148 Жыл бұрын

Really excellent example of how simple exercises can improve confidence in drawing…this reminds me of a quote from the book Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg ~ “You change best by feeling good, not by feeling bad.” I like your teaching style and just subscribed, thank you for this video 😊

@carlyblankevoort3856 Жыл бұрын

Makes good sense.

@ZadenZane 5 ай бұрын

Yes I noticed that I slant my drawings so they look fuller on side than the other. Sometimes I deliberately turn them upside down to even this out ✍️

@cathykodra3169 11 ай бұрын

Your tutorials are excellent and truly clear and helpful. I ordered your two pen & ink drawing books, and they are supposed to arrive today. I’m looking forward so much to learning more from you!

@carolynbeldin4275 Жыл бұрын

Your technique got me drawing again. I am a portrait artist…thank you ❤❤❤

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

Thats awesome! Keep going!

@mayb.wright509 4 ай бұрын

Just stumbled across your video. wOw. Loved it. I could listen to you for hours, and can tell what an amazing soul you are just from your voice. Haven't been nearly as consistently dedicated to art as I would like to be. Life gets in the way. Discovering your channel is one of the many gifts I've received on my journey back to it. Blessings.

@isaacchirgwin5943 11 ай бұрын

Love your videos and drawing workbooks. They've helped me dramatically increase my skills in art.

@marcingolab6227 4 ай бұрын

What this comes down to is which joints you use to make the stroke, which is why the line quality also changes when you draw smaller or bigger things. For example, you may notice your lines are best (and the most consistent) when you do a down stroke because you only move your wrist and not your fingers. But then when you want to make an upstroke, you move both the wrist and the fingers and the line comes out wobbly. On larger drawings you can have a similar problem with the elbow vs the wrist, or the shoulder vs the elbow. In each case, you can try paying attention to which joints you move, or simply turn your page around to only use the strokes you're best at.

@MaeloLambo 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Thank you for sharing..

@ab-gail Жыл бұрын

Never even thought about that. Thanks Alphonso!

@Dickshoe 9 ай бұрын

Wait I borrowed your book from the library when I was a kid more than 10 years ago. Time flies huh

@Queenread82 Жыл бұрын

I own the books (thank you, clear examples and instructions) but my brain really likes watching your videos.

@matthewwalker7359 9 ай бұрын

I really appreciate you making these things accessible to anyone willing to take the time to learn. You are a great teacher and your explanations are clear. Thanks 🙏

@sherryrogers426 6 ай бұрын

You really are an incredible teacher! Thank you so much for sharing all of this!

@chiptenor Жыл бұрын

Great practice suggestion and explanation. You're a wonderful artist, Alphonso. Keep up the videos. Thanks.

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙏

@vagabondslot-machine8832 9 ай бұрын

The most famous hands on the internet! Thanks, man 🙏🏻

@smarterthanawaffle Жыл бұрын

Great exercises. Thanks! 😊

@jimjr4432 11 ай бұрын

I always enjoy your videos. 'Mindful' is something I need to remember. Blessings and thank you.

@aikotitilai3820 8 ай бұрын

an exercice i'm definitly going to practice ! thanks you sir for sharing your knowledge. I'm subscribing to your channel

@irismaguire Жыл бұрын

This is an excellent tip. Thanks for sharing it with all of us.❤

@MicahBuzanANIMATION Жыл бұрын

Simple yet effective practice

@colonelstunts4885 Жыл бұрын

this is so simple but so intriguing. will give it a shot over the next couple of weeks in my downtime.

@falknfurter Жыл бұрын

I like this exercise! You can even do it when you are doodling while listening in a meeting.

@drawingwithpri Жыл бұрын

That is the best pear I have ever seen! It's amazing how lines can help your drawings so much.

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

You can do it too🙂

@mikerodriguez413 6 ай бұрын

You are amazing artist AND TEACHER!!! I bought your book and workbook and will keep supporting your amazing work! Thank you

@oversipelio983 5 ай бұрын

Outstanding. I'm struggling with that right now.

@maryldoty2400 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for simplifying line work and now to practice it!

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

Now worries. Happy I can help

@jazzew 11 ай бұрын

Wow, cool! I really didn't think of that hard, only that I'd try lines one way, give up, then find a more comfy way of drawing them. LOL Great exercise, I'll give that a try! :D

@DesArtandInk Жыл бұрын

one of the best art tutorial channels period. :)

@AdeptusMumbles 10 ай бұрын

You provide so many educational videos. I bought your books. I focus on pen/ink at the moment but I have definitely improved since I found your channel at start of the year. Thank you again for sharing your knowledge in digestible segments and concepts

@thinker1098 11 ай бұрын

ha, i didn't even think about this! it turns out i was accidentally developing this skill, as i used a program for 3 years to make all sorts of drawings without knowing how to turn the canvas. i was sort of forced to draw lines in 360 degrees lol

@edgedeep Жыл бұрын

Excellent advice. These exercises are a great skill hack❤

@nathgv2356 6 ай бұрын

very nice teacher and you sound like a very kind person. Thank you, I find this usefull but it was a very soothing video at the same time

@clanreid2556 5 ай бұрын

Great tutorial! Thanks 🌟👍

@mmirandaxx Жыл бұрын

Great insight, thank you!

@Rojo731 Жыл бұрын

Wow. This was so interesting, absolutely terrific!

@chrisddawson 11 ай бұрын

Really appreciate this - it’s good advice!

@susanproctor7512 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, so insightful and helpful!

@ZZeeman 6 ай бұрын

My guy, thank you for this. I have been able to work out a position for vertical and horizontal straight lines. Felt awkward at first but getting g the hang of it.

@cosmicnomad9324 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the lesson..i think it will help me a lot

@michellemarie9855 11 ай бұрын

This is great, very helpful! Thank you

@larryglatt2548 Жыл бұрын

Being a left hander I totally get this, especially with shadows. BTW, I love your new to me 'Chop".

@wileycom Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU, Alphonso ! 🥰🙏🏼

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

Most welcome 🙏🙏🙏

@maddietighe5881 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@inlovewithkarate29 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for the informative video!!!❤

@barbarajohnson1442 Жыл бұрын

Excellent advice!

@ArcticBanshee Жыл бұрын

Recently decided to do a little personal project, involving line drawings of things like ghost ships. Realized my line shading is abysmal. This video explained to me what my problem was lol. Literally, back to the drawing board! Thank you.

@keariewashburn4680 Жыл бұрын

This is very helpful to me. Thank you 😊

@rayvirgoe7231 Жыл бұрын

Love your lessons.😁

@stellahaenig6846 Жыл бұрын

Grazie Alphonso, tutorials molto interessante e utile

@M.O.1981 Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@raylanadamsdiscoverychanne2816 8 ай бұрын

Thank YOU

@NiamhSinclair 11 ай бұрын

amazing idea! Will be uising this technique ^^

@Eternal-ReTuning Жыл бұрын

Sometimes drawing portrait is more a gesture practice for me, some would even say mudhra meditation.

@quinn9334 8 ай бұрын

That is a badass pear, good job

@emilleum48 Жыл бұрын

Alphonso, I purchased your to help my line drawing, it is wonderful. This is a great video. These are the type of elementary steps,which I and others just skipped over. I will try to ingrained your exercises, thank you, MSG Leum

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

We all skipped a few fundamental steps, but its never to late to still implement them

@sujanithtottempudi2991 Жыл бұрын

Wow..amazing simplification ❤

@mh8704 Жыл бұрын

You’re a great teacher! Thanks!

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

Thanks you 🙂🙏

@wizzardofpaws2420 Жыл бұрын

Glad I stumbled on this!

@TamaraKane Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Alphonso!

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

🙂🙏

@khemetbey803 6 ай бұрын

Thank you

@littlebighead4482 Жыл бұрын

you have such a way of explaining things that i just understand completely over others, i love your videos

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏

@RoddVeiler 10 ай бұрын

Wow, i didnt realised that! Thank u

@Fragaboom 11 ай бұрын

Great insight

@camilopalomino8319 11 ай бұрын

Genial, gracias por compartir

@bootlegmozart 11 ай бұрын

i genuinely wonder if having mastery over all vs knowing which ones to stick to is better. I didn't know DaVinci favored a certain tilt! I wonder if his speciality of it was relative to his skill too. That's so cool!

@Lifeeee 11 ай бұрын

Great advice

@Offline512 Жыл бұрын

Gracias me ayudo mucho

@terillketcham5406 Жыл бұрын

Great advice, thank you! Much appreciated

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

🙂🙏

@neonheadmutt 9 ай бұрын

Loved this video! Helped me understand why I approach my lines the way I do and how to get the most out of them. I really want to get your workbook but it’s impossibly expensive from Amazon sadly :(

@yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ✏️🖋️✒️

@yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357 Жыл бұрын

I am left handed and I also use RIGHT hand to paint, it has helped my angles very much!

@petesuchon7340 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tutorial.

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

🙂🙏

@veronicapagelaflin Жыл бұрын

thank you

@SDW90808 Жыл бұрын

I love this guy! My all time favorite vid was when he did an ink portrait with a ball point pen he got from the bank. It shamed me to stop focusing on the tools and to get off my assets and just draw.

@alphonsodunn Жыл бұрын

😄 I remember that portrait lol. Glad it helped