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I know what you\u2019re probably thinking: Thanks, Captain Obvious, but how do I know where to put a line on a soft edge? The answer: You guess. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The point isn\u2019t to get it perfectly accurate from the start. You get it as close as possible and then make minor adjustments as you proceed through the drawing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The straight lines also help you slowly develop curves. If you start with large shapes and straight lines, you can slowly refine them until you arrive at something close to a curve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then you can draw a confident curve with one stroke because you now know exactly where it is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For portraits, it\u2019s helpful to use plumb lines, lines that help you align two or more spots vertically or horizontally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, the pupils usually line up with the corners of the mouth. And the inside corners of the eyes usually line up with the outside of the nostrils. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The takeaway from all this is that it helps to start with very simple shapes and lines and refine them into more complex lines and shapes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This certainly isn\u2019t the only way to start drawing nor is it a way to draw forever. But it can help if you are struggling with proportions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Eventually artists develop their own method for drawing. As long as you are getting the results you want, it doesn\u2019t matter that much how you get there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do you start with straight lines? Let me know in the comments. I would love to chat with you. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stop back tomorrow, and everyday, for more painting and drawing tips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stay inspired,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bry<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Today we will examine some tips to make drawing easier and why it is so darn difficult. At its core drawing is really just measuring. A human head has a precise height and width. So why is it so darn hard to get accurate? This is because real people, places, and things aren\u2019t defined by … <\/p>\n