Drawspace General Discussion http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php Wed, 16 May 2012 20:42:23 -0300 30 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85688
I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the distance learning courses at the London Art College. I am especially interested in the " children's book illustrator" course.

Does anybody know any ohter good online courses that may lead to a degree? Unfortunately there are not many opportunities to study art throught distance learning in Belgium

Thanks for your help

Eve]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:10:16 -0300 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85688 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85678 ]]> Sun, 08 Apr 2012 13:24:31 -0300 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85678 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85675
I'd love people to pose for me, but since I have no budget and I'm not yet skilled enough to have "sellable art", nor to convince my friends to sit for a few minutes and not be disappointed by the result, I guess I have to resort to drawing strangers. I don't feel confident enough to draw in places where people sit, since that suggests (to them) a certain quality level I don't yet have.

I've tried my local community college a few years ago, but they've increased their annual fees to a whopping 500 euros for 30 sessions of 2 hours each, which I can't justify, since I can't sell any of the resulting art, obviously, the model being there for study purposes only, even if my art were sellable.

I'm drawing from photos now, but it's not the same as drawing from life. The perspective is all wrong and it has no life to it.

That's a long winded way of asking how to make quick sketches of strangers as a means to improve your drawing skills. It has to be quick, precise and doable.

I see it not as a limitation, but rather as a challenge. Any tips or pointers are very welcome.]]> Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:46:38 -0300 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85675 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85674
This month's theme is:

From Your Kitchen

General Rules run as usual but for the new traders we have

- Sign up runs for one week (through April 7th)
- And we'll try to get cards out by the end of the month.
- This trade is rendered in your choice any medium. What ever you are comfortable using.
(Thanks to past host for these instructions)
ATC size is 2.5 x 3.5 inches or 6.35 x 8.89 cm. Please, no computer art!
As for paper type, a good cardstock, Bristol, or watercolor paper is recommended-
Please mark the reverse of your card with your name, the subject, and any other information you feel might be relevant.
Please post your cards on the thread once you have finished, so each trader can see the other's cards!

- Please ensure that recipient's addresses and your return addresses are correct on your envelopes.

When the sign up period is up I'll PM each of the traders with the addresses. I've got addresses from the last few trades, but if we get a new trader - and I sure hope we do! - I'll request that address and get that out with the rest. [size="4"][/size]

Participants:

Jeanne/Jangra
Teresa/Tea
Carol/Drawn2art
Kat/Katdyd
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I'm just about to begin the course and I'm in need of a quality brand of pencil to buy. Anyone have a personal favourite?

Cheers ]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 02:03:03 -0300 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85666 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85662 Sun, 18 Mar 2012 21:49:23 -0300 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85662 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85640 I have posted on here for some help yet no one has offered any help what so ever I thought this was a great site to get help with something if your not sure on how to do something. Please any help with would be thankful. Sat, 03 Mar 2012 22:23:48 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85640 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85634


Okay March is a fun time. We look forward to the coming of spring. Happy to host for the first time. Thinking back on our childhood fun activities brings up our subject Games People Play create cards from games or characters of the games that you enjoyed.
- The subject is “Games People Play.” Remember what were the most fun- Board Games, Electronic Games or even Card games something such as an activity from the School yard something of interest to you things we did for fun. It could be an activity we do as adults. The main thing is to have fun.


General Rules run as usual but for the new traders we have

- Sign up runs for one week (through March 7th)
- And we'll try to get cards out by the end of the month.
- This trade is rendered in your choice any medium. What ever you are comfortable using.
(Thanks to past host for these instructions)
ATC size is 2.5 x 3.5 inches or 6.35 x 8.89 cm. Please, no computer art!
As for paper type, a good cardstock, Bristol, or watercolor paper is recommended-
Please mark the reverse of your card with your name, the subject, and any other information you feel might be relevant.
Please post your cards on the thread once you have finished, so each trader can see the other's cards!

- Please ensure that recipient's addresses and your return addresses are correct on your envelopes.

When the sign up period is up I'll PM each of the traders with the addresses. I've got addresses from the last few trades, but if we get a new trader - and I sure hope we do! - I'll request that address and get that out with the rest.


For new people through a computer glitch I am not shown as a member but I am here, it appears that I CAN SEND BUT NOT RECEIVE PM’S
I can be contacted by E-mail at caroldrawsart@gmail.com or post in the forum Other than that I am sure one of the more experienced traders will help answer Questions.
]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:12:40 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85634 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85633 Hello everyone, I recently started to paint and I need your help to get started? Maybe someone can give me advice. If someone can helm me just send me email or add to contackt me in skype. Skype: avpftw. This is my first drawing: Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:51:17 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85633 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85632 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:16:23 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85632 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85621
I would like to ask for your ideas in regards to inspiration for painting. A little background: this President's Day (2/20/12) will mark my 17 years as a childhood cancer Survivor. Each year in April we go to a big banquet to support research, survivors, etc. There is both silent and live auction, and I'm looking to create a painting for the silent auction. Not looking for actual painting ideas; any and all responses are appreciated. No wrong answers, just starting to brainstorm. Thanks in advance!

What image(s) come to mind when you hear the word, "hope" ?]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:07:24 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85621 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85600 I hesitate to post because most times one ends up with 20 million answers/replies that have no actual bearing to the subject. Its why there are no real posts from me here or any other forum, It's my pet peeve. I know there are watercolorists on this forum, I want to use "water color pencils and ink tense pencils" I learn best from actually being there but in lieu of that, video. If you work with water soluble pencils and can suggest a place with tutorials/videos or products such as these that can be purchased.

]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:52:28 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85600 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85583
1. Has anyone ever finished all the lessons?

2. Would anyone like to share their gallery? I curious to see the now and then pictures of people who took the drawspace solo courses.]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2012 11:59:07 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85583 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85582 Is it more paper or a something harder?
Thanks in advance ^^]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:17:59 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85582 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85577
If no one has volunteered to host a February trade I'd be happy to do so. Never hosted a trade before so you might need to keep me straight

I think a graphite trade was mentioned and also ink, so how about a trade with any subject that's done in graphite or pen and ink?

]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:25:23 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85577 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85574
I'm new to drawing but i followed lessons in that book (with more or less success) till profile drawing exercise. That first one with Sargent portrait. It should be easy but somehow i can't get how to draw all those curved lines. I can't get length and angles right just looking at it. I can draw short lines ok, but long are always wrong. Anyone have any tips? I just don't know if i have to repeat it 100 times or there is something i'm missing. I will add original drawing so you can see what i want to copy. Sorry if this is stupid question.]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:45:06 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85574 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85566 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 09:06:14 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85566 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85564
Recognizing that everyone works and develops at their own pace, how long do you think it would take you to work through the free lessons here on drawspace?

What is your process while working through the lessons? I have generally been doing just what the lessons say and then moving on to the next. I've been toying with the idea of trying to do an extra project using the same techniques in the lessons with a real life object of my own but haven't yet done so

Are there any other beginner art resources you are working with while learning on Drawspace?

Who is working towards certification? What do you hope to use it for when you finish?

For myself I would love to become proficient enough to make a living doing art, but that is a long way off methinks.

One last for anyone who has put their art in a gallery, or show, or out there in the public. How did you get your first work out there? How did you decide it was time to put your work out there? How hard was it, personally, for you to put your work out for the critics and everyone to judge?]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:29:47 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85564 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85543 I really want to persue my future in drawing, but i have not found a sudable type of paper. I am asking that you please leave me with some suggestions or ideas about your favorite type of paper. Thank you. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:10:56 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85543 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85542 ]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:25:09 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85542 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85528
This month you won't have to go far to find your subject, it's in your back yard! Show us what you see when you look out the window of your home. No matter how small, large, everyday or unique, the place you are is amazing. Share it with us!

If you think there's nothing there, be sure to watch "The Wizard of Oz" just one more time. Let's open our eyes to the wonder of the ordinary.

Sign up runs for one week, we will aim to get our cards out before the end of the month. All media is welcome (except for computer art), and I think the standard size for ATCs is 2.5 x 3.5 inches (can't think of the metric equivalent).

Let's trade!

Traders this month are:
ncgirl (Sandra)
Frithy (Gretchen)
Tea1762 (Teresa)
alcarey (Andrea)
Donna D. (Donna)
Jangra (Jeanne)]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2012 11:16:18 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85528 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85523 Some years ago I was pretty active on here, and I mainly credit this sites' amazing lessons and community for teaching me what I know about drawing. A lot of things happened since the last time I was here, I'm pursuing my dream of becoming a goldsmith/jewelcrafter and learning from here has helped me tremendously!
Now I'm back to learn more.

I uploaded all my old drawings pluss a few new ones to the new album system, so I'd be thankful if you dropped by and gave me some critique I don't have a scanner at the moment so some of them are taken with a camera, sorry for that. Here is my album - http://www.drawspace.com/drawings?mid=216255


I hope everyone has a nice christmas with their loved ones ]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 16:46:24 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85523 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85517
I am thinking about taking Lance's classes.
but I am afraid it might be too hard for me.
Any thoughts ?

rednova]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:37:34 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85517 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85515
I'm posting this, and I apologize if it's in the wrong place, because I know some of you can draw with wicked skills and I thought some of you might want to showcase your talents in a new zombie survival RPG book that is in the process of being finalized for print. This isn't the only place I'm posting this so there will most likely be more than one artist. What I'm looking for is realistic looking, dark zombie scenes. They don't have to be extremely complex but the more realistic and less "cartoony" the better.

More details will be provided to those that are interested. Please PM me if you are.

NOTE: This is not a commercial venture but a private project for those that love to draw and would love to have their work published. However, I want to make it clear that you will retain full rights to your artwork and the credits will reflect this. There are three available programs for compensation, however, these will only be discussed privately to those that express interest.

Thanks to all who read this.]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:33:55 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85515 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85508 How do you draw moisture on skin of someone in the rain, having taken a bathe, etc? Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:04:06 -0400 http://www.drawspace.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85508