Sketching Techniques

Sketching techniques are methods artists use to create quick, accurate drawings. These include using loose, confident lines to capture the basic shape (contour drawing), applying light and dark shading to show depth (value studies), and focusing on proportions to keep different parts of a subject in correct relation. Other techniques involve construction lines to build the form logically, gesture sketches to express movement and energy, and different stroke styles to convey texture. Together, these methods help artists communicate ideas efficiently, refine their work, and develop a better understanding of the subject.