Do this to be more confident

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VIDEO DESCRIPTION:
In this video we take a look at what I consider to be the best confidence-booster when it comes to drawing with ink. Pen and ink drawing can be quite intimidating for many students because of its permanence but this same quality can be used to our advantage.
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@followyourbrush 3 ай бұрын

I purchased your book and workbook a few years ago. Then I had three different surgeries on my right hand. So, I a long delay in getting to use it. I recently was bitten by the ink bug and fountain pens. I’ve been scribbling and drawing lines, squares, circles etc in everything. I thought it was time to get out the books! To my joy I discovered I was actually already doing the homework already. Thanks for such a great tool to guide myself and others. Much appreciated,

@Cmdtheartist 8 ай бұрын

Have no fear when drawing. It's only pencil and ink.

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

👍

@emanwalid1800 8 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you. I always try to use ink directly on paper without any pencil work especially when I don’t want to overthink my drawing or even when I start to draw after a long pause, which actually helps loosening my hand gesture and a great practice for the brain! I mean, it’s also just fun🤷🏻‍♀️

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

Agreed. A pencil underdrawing is fine but going straight to paper is a freeing creative experience

@lukaszDPG.dupinion 8 ай бұрын

Once you get it going you're no longer intimidated by this medium. More than that, you can overdo mistakes or work around them.

@prabhuramselvan 8 ай бұрын

This philosophy towards drawing is a such a blissful narration from you. You are truly a zen master in drawing. Love the pen and ink series

@jonr6680 8 ай бұрын

Seeing your hand, reminds me of piano players who have reached a certain level, they've had to give up other activities, risks and strain and so on. The point of action, where the rubber meets the road, the pen touching the paper... Linking all the way from your brain, thru your posture, your mental state, stress level, arm muscles and ultimately finger grip force and control.... So all the typing, phone use, DIY, sports, fitness, driving, etc... Impacts that chain.

@madiko 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Alphonso. I am struggling a lot lately to overcome my hump to draw. To hear your soothing voice, your encouragement and friendliness is a motivational boost. 😘 Good success with your third book. We've got a saying here in Germany: Gut Ding will Weile haben (a good thing needs time). Enjoy the process!

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I need that energy

@urbanfrog8466 8 ай бұрын

I love the way you just doodle away while talking, and end up with a page of fabulous little sketches, that may or may not be connected, but the overall page just looks wonderful. It actually reminds me of some of DaVinci's sketch pages. I long for the day when I can get my OCD under enough control to do that. Lol. I love watching your videos. I have finally managed to get both your books (I'm in New Zealand, and had to order them from the US). Looking forward to working through them. Cheers.

@ane3830 7 ай бұрын

The best part about drawing directly with ink is the feeling of success when mistakes become problems you actually are able to solve

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Good one lol

@aishaw132 7 ай бұрын

😂Understanding the "ugly phase" is also permanent can be scary but trusting the process and the push and pull with your work is the fun and interesting part ❤

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Yes it is

@descantinginsalubrious 8 ай бұрын

Again, this video feel like it's talking about LIFE as much as drawing. On the drawing side of things, I've always struggled with the tension between feeling like I "should" be able to produce art that is "life like" (which I 100% love), and the feeling that I can/should be able to make art that is not necessarily abstract but, as you put it, looser (also 100% love). There are plenty of artists on IG that make incredible photorealistic art with colored pencils and I marvel at it. Bu then I love Degas' drawings and Van Gogh. I still haven't found the place where I fit in. Thanks for your experience and ability to communicate these important lessons/concepts with us.

@kissa3168 7 ай бұрын

I hear you. I love so many drawing styles as well. I feel like finding one's own voice/style is all about discovering joy and embracing change.

@theneverwas2835 8 ай бұрын

You are reading my mind. This is exactly what I have been wanting to do/understand. Thank you.

@user-rw2ei4qt4e Ай бұрын

I enjoy your videos very much. Thank you for making them.

@alistaircheal6301 5 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed your view on the liberating nature of pen and ink drawing if you can overcome the urge to correct "mistakes". Started drawing again after a long break and have now developed a passion for pen and ink after finding your videos (now have the books also). I was a compulsive "corrector" but the other day I just went with it and the drawing turned out ok, so this video of yours has inspired me to continue that path. Thanks.

@BryAnthonyC 8 ай бұрын

I learned to absolutely love drawing with ink since I didn't have any drawing materials. All I had was basic pen, loose leafs of paper and was ready to go. I love starting my drawing sessions with ink/pen drawings to loosen myself up.

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

An excellent way to loosen up

@user-qk9jj1kl5m 7 ай бұрын

Great video, but I just wanted to say your books are 10/10 I got both of them, so simple and so helpful really evolved in my art ever since I started watching. Thank you for being you and spreading some genuine information and beautiful artwork❤

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@farukon986 8 ай бұрын

As someone who has always hated using pens because of their permanence, I think you’ve convinced me why I should use them more!

@aishaw132 7 ай бұрын

❤After finding your videos a couple of yrs ago I started doing more ink drawings... 'Happy Accidents' I do use a pencil to make my ideas and fundamentals but without using my eraser and go straight into inking. I've had ppl ask me if I even own an eraser and I say yes but it's more freer and fluid if I dont use it.❤

@travisnobleart 7 ай бұрын

I do this too and I like feeling the energy. Once I pick up an eraser then it's gone.

@Elias-ws7sc 7 ай бұрын

For me, ink forces me to not overthink and hyper fixate on the mistakes I make when I’m drawing which is frequently a problem when I draw with pencil. Some of my favorite works I’ve done are in ink that I didn’t do an initial sketch for

@shortyroc4056 7 ай бұрын

Appreciate yur videos mr. Alphonso keep them coming

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Adewusiisreal 8 ай бұрын

Love your work.

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!🙏

@danielgrezda3339 8 ай бұрын

Have been dealing with lack of confidence since I came back from a drawing break due to school. Couldn't be better timed!

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Get back on it! 💪

@lukaszDPG.dupinion 8 ай бұрын

Ive started using ink-based medium after coming across your channel. This medium boosts confidance. At some stage.

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! Just stick with it

@ceaserpattersoniii4027 8 ай бұрын

Great video thanks

@GreenlifeFin 8 ай бұрын

I agree 100%! And I love ink. I don’t even have much of the patience to use a pencil. Even that would be a good way to learn too. Now I got an iPad with Apple pencil. But I must nd want to do the ink and paper too.

@luisaizquierdo9138 20 күн бұрын

I bought your book, it has interesting topics ❤❤❤

@johnnylamonte3451 8 ай бұрын

This would give me an opportunity to use up all the ink ive' collected over the years, from kolinksy brushes to nibs to technical pens and so on. Perhaps concentrate on a different style for each.

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

Use them ALLLL

@danw4930 7 ай бұрын

Superb job my friend. Excellent flow to the presentation!

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Thanks much!

@YoungSantasGroupie 7 ай бұрын

Your videos are so great for beginners and more advanced artists alike. I really appreciate your approach to drawing, how accessible the lessons are, and your voice and personality. I stumbled upon your videos when I wanted to get started and learn some skills and am very thankful for that. Now, when people ask me about my drawing and express interest in learning, I send them directly to your vids 😊

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏🙏🙏

@jinxed1984 8 ай бұрын

Amazing

@fibonacci4888 7 ай бұрын

Good video, sounds very reasonable. I' ll try it. 👍 Thanks a lot !

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Give it a try

@philip9677 8 ай бұрын

also its ok to have those error lines, it often look good with the overall drawing

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

Definitely! They give the drawing more visual interest

@Adoratek 4 ай бұрын

I think that the biggest fear people have is in making mistakes... Mistakes, which cost them something... The cost of more art materials, which we can all agree seem to be at a premium. I think when people realize that doing what they enjoy does cost something, and that they should invest in their own enjoyment without feeling guilty or producing profitable results to justify the expense. Then, they can move on to being creative and doing it enough to be proficient. Consider yourself valuable enough to invest in your progress.

@markdonovan1540 8 ай бұрын

The master's hands are back, yaay! Great insights and tips as always. How is the third book publication going?

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

🙏🙏🙏 lots of work but so fun. Can’t wait to share it with the world!

@MoonBurn13 8 ай бұрын

Mr. Dunn - Thanks so much for your online sharing of your craft and techniques. I have trouble drawing (with whatever medium) so that the structure comes out *balanced* ; my renderings may look okay at first glance, but if you hold the drawing up to a mirror, it can look skewed. Do you think you could do a lesson on this?

@user-badbuis1623 8 ай бұрын

Nice drawing 😮

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@goatsplitter 2 ай бұрын

Do you recall what pen you're using here? I like how its turning out with the fine lines and thicker bits too.

@goatsplitter 2 ай бұрын

I figured it out. It's a tombow brush pen. For anybody else wondering.

@travisnobleart 7 ай бұрын

Man, every time your videos are a huge confidence boost.

@alphonsodunn 7 ай бұрын

And thats a boost for me : )

@lodestonetruenorth 7 ай бұрын

This is a big help-keep it coming. Love the content

@MegaLhasa 5 ай бұрын

Thank You Alphonso! Love your stile if drawing ❤

@prabhuramselvan 7 ай бұрын

Fear of going past the mistakes, is a huge leap in drawing process. Thank you. Pen permanence with its core element of just the line and it's properties of understanding of width, shapes, contours, shadow, overlaps, rhythms, expressive gestural lines is the perfect for loose drawings and rightly said - sketching and a little bit of loose water color as shared by you in previous video on non closed shape line for rendering with understanding of light - shadow, details and saturation is years of your knowledge shared to us candidly. Thank you so much. You truly a master.

@tomjoad8939 3 ай бұрын

What pen are you using? Ty

@alphonsodunn 3 ай бұрын

Tombow hard tip brush pen

@pranavgawade4713 7 ай бұрын

I think you are the best channel when it comes to pen and ink drawing. I saw ton of your videos related to how to draw clouds , waterfall ,water ,rocks etc ,now I can pretty much draw anything I see .I really appreciate your efforts ,thanks for creating this channel ✨

@JayTrainerBand 6 ай бұрын

You are an amazing artist and a brilliant teacher! I have learned so much from you in just the past few weeks. Thank you for your passion for the arts and for sharing your expertise with others! 🙏

@madjeep1 8 ай бұрын

Hello Alphonso, I bought your first book in digital version because I do not master English well (thanks to digital I can translate the pages in Google Translation). Do you intend to do the same with your second book. Best wishes.

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. Yes thats the plan, its just a bit challenging with a workbook. But that is the plan

@kiranp2325 7 ай бұрын

this is quiet confidence being taught, by a confident, master tutor.

@alidee5119 6 ай бұрын

Your drawings are magical. I'm trying , but somehow it's more difficult then it looks. the grace in the way you draw is hard to explain. Thank you

@richarddeluca7745 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for another great presentation. Got your books. Everyday is a great new learning experience. Excited for your third book.

@coloringanddoodling9751 8 ай бұрын

!ALGORITHM!

@alphonsodunn 8 ай бұрын

👀

@PVTParts-eu3zl 6 ай бұрын

For God’s sake, I don’t know how but I always miss your videos, even with bell notifications on

@prabhuramselvan 8 ай бұрын

3rd book in still in progress ?

@AdioShu 7 ай бұрын

As someone who is learning and passionate about pen and ink as well, I really love your video's. I was wondering if you have advice and tips on spotting black? It's something I'd love to get better at with ink and there are not that many video's on youtube about learning this pen and ink technique.

@Ehabok 7 ай бұрын

Can you teach us how to drawing common types of walls? Your follower is from Iraq. Thank you for your efforts ❤

@aramer25 7 ай бұрын

10/10

@russellcurtis6334 6 ай бұрын

Your discussion about “mistakes” made me think of aleatoricism. (Yes, that’s a fancy word I learned only recently. Lol) Quite often, a random line or blob of ink can lead to inspiration when you are still figuring out what you’re gonna draw. Mistakes rarely end up ruining a sketch if you just let it take you in a new direction. It’s being too focused on *one* specific end-result that makes us too critical of our work and dries up the creative process imo.

@equesdeventusoccasus 5 ай бұрын

Can you do a video on inking clouds, please? It's one area that I have never been satisfied with my technique. Clouds in pencil, charcoal, pastel, watercolor, etc is not a problem. But drawing decent looking clouds with a pen is a nightmare.

@kristinacuster5571 7 ай бұрын

I am on the spectrum and I really love to color but I also want to get into drawing but I struggle with drawing shapes and straight lines. Would it be be better for me to try zen drawing or even doodling instead of trying to bigger things. I would love some advice