It is that time again. We have one more Drawing Challenge after this one ends on November 11th then on to a whole new set.

The process is simple. Find 3 -5 reference images ranging from simple shapes to more complex images to suit the needs of beginners to more advanced artists. The images should be your own photographs that are copyright free. Keep in mind artistic composition and contrast when choosing images for drawing. I have attached 3 images as examples of ranges of shapes to give an idea of the types of photos that can be used. (You can do a little practice and draw these if you want, they're not part of any challenge, just example images)

Each person's images will be different of course and that's what makes the challenges interesting.

The Drawing Challenges are for two weeks in length to allow a wide range of people to participate.

Once you have decided on your photos, upload them onto your Drawing Challenge thread and monitor the challenge for two weeks. Its that simple.

Please indicate if you wish to take one of the following time slots. I thought we would go in 2 month blocks and have a couple of people in reserve, just in case something comes up for someone. Listings with a line through them indicate drawing challenges that have been completed. People can however still participate in them and add drawings if they wish.


October 1 - Jeanette (IslanderNL)
October 15 - Eric
October 29 - Nov 11 3lansir
November 12 - 25 Ray (Dragonshade)

November 1st draw - Ted
December 1st draw - UKartist

November 26 - December 9 - Venus
December 10 - December 23 - Painter 48
December 24 - January 6 - Brian David
January 7 - January 20 - UKartist
January 21 - February 3 - Markita


Reserves People who are able to step in at the last moment and host a challenge.
Jeanette (IslanderNL)
UKartist
Venus

Please let me know if you are able to act as a reserve for any date, just in case.

Thanks.

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I can be on reserve for any date .. as i do not work ... just let me know ...btw are those the next pics for the next challenge ?

I will do Nov.26th thru Dec.9th. And like Kim can be on reserve being as how I do not work either. Just let me know.

Thanks Venus. You're on the list!

Sweet!!! I can't wait. I think I have some great ideas of what to do!! Thanks for adding me.

Hi Jeanette, I would be interested in Dec 24th-Jan-6th. But host only, since I am not a teacher and still in the learning stages . I can not offer advice . but I hope I can one day.Thanks , Brian.

Thanks Brian, you're more than welcome to host and comment.

Critiques are confined to the Critique Thread at the top of the Forums list. The Challenges will not be critiqued unless someone specifically asks for it. So I'll add your name to that date and you can start your hunt of the perfect images!

Thanks Jeanette, I am looking forward to it.

Now please go over and take a look at my paper weight thing. I am sure it's not perfect. cut away please teacher. So glad to see your face Jeanette . Happy tears again ... Brian.

I am so excited about this .. i think this was a great idea to post who will be doing the hosting ....can wait ...to attemt all the drawings !

Two more spaces to fill....come on, don't be shy. You just have to provide a few photographs and monitor the thread for two weeks. No prior skill necessary

How about a couple of the gentlemen stepping up to the plate here? Any newcomer willing to get their feet wet the easy way? There's no better way to get to know people, that's for sure.

Maybe even if we could get a beginner to host that would be fun .. to see what chioces they choose and it would be a great challenge for them as well .

I would be very happy to host the January 7 - January 20 Drawing Challenge Am looking forward to it!!

How about a couple of the gentlemen stepping up to the plate here?
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A couple gentlemen......What am I chopped liver

'Brian David' LOL hehehehehe that s funny Brian

bless you!! cause you are a gentlemen we love you really

Thanks Ukartist, I'll add you for January 7 - 20!

Awwwww Brian, you're not chopped liver, but you are a gentleman - and you're....you're Brian! One of the rare breed that are still left on the planet. Just thought you may like a little more company up there on your pedestal.

BrianD you are not chop liver ....You are one of the sweetest guys on here ... she only wants you to have more male company .. unless you dont mind being around all us girls lol

Hey were all good looking women I am sure he wants just us women and him. LOL who wants another man stepping up to the plate when he has such lovely appitizers.... Just joking by the way, or am I?

lol

You ladies are the sweetest , and all beautiful. Believe me I would love to be in the middle of a big *HUG* from all of you..... .Just joking ...or am I ......ooops just stole your line Venus ...lol....Really,you are all the best people in the world.

BrianD .....fro some reason I think you just might love that ...lol .. I mean that would be one heck of a hug lol .

Ok ladies, gather around Brian one....two....three....SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEZZZEEEEEE

Still breathing there Bri?? LOL

What a lucky guy LOL .....cute idea jeanette .

Bless ya!!

Awwwww your so sweet

Is he breathing ....!!!! someone call 911 !!!!! WAIT ! I think I see a smile on his face LOL

.....And I thought it was a thrill to win the first draw challenge. I love you guys...and the ambulance just arrived...Kim I am still in tears laughing

LOL .. I am laughing so hard myself I have tears ..

Come on you guys we need one more host anyone???????????????????????

I would be willing to do the challenge January 21st - February 3rd. I could be the beginner you all talked about
but not the guy. My only concern is that I'm leaving February 3rd for vacation. Let me know what you think.
Paulette

paulette4 Im a

beginner aswell

you will have to check with jeanette to see if the 3rd will be a problem .. I wouldnt think so but check with her she signs you up .. good luck

Paulette, are you still interested in the Jan 21 - Feb 3 Drawing Challenge? If so, I'll add you. I know you said you'd be on holiday on Feb 3, but that's ok.

We also have an open slot for Dec 10 - 23. Anyone interested in hosting that challenge?

Okay - I guess I can volunteer - just tell me what exactly I have to do???? Or point me to the thread that explains it all. That makes 3 newbies LOL

Also, what is the December 1st challenge?????

painter48 how long have u been drawing for??

All my life (thats a very long time). LOL My mom had a sketchbook with cartoon figures that she drew in and I always admired it when I was little and told her I wanted to be able to draw like her. So I guess she got me started. I started painting during high school but gave up all art for about 20 years while I was raising my kids. Now I am retired and enjoying every minute of it, I have my own little studio in my back yard and I can create to my hearts content.

Mostly I like to paint - but lately I've gotten into drawing again. I'm really wanting to become more proficient with those colored pencils and I'm wanting to learn how to do portraits. I'm just not good at either one and I am bound and determined to do it.

How about yourself?

Perfect, thank you Painter. I'll put you down for the Dec 10 - 23rd slot.

The process is simple. Find 3 -5 reference images ranging from simple shapes to more complex images to suit the needs of beginners to more advanced artists. The images should be your own photographs that are copyright free. Keep in mind artistic composition and contrast when choosing images for drawing.

The Drawing Challenges are for two weeks in length to allow a wide range of people to participate.

Once you have decided on your photos, upload them onto your Drawing Challenge thread and monitor the challenge for two weeks. Its that simple.

There isn't a December 1st Challenge Painter. There will be a draw on December 1st of the names of those who have put a drawing in the last two drawing challenges. The name drawn will receive a copy of one of Brenda's book, autographed no less!

Thanks, Jeanette.

I could be a host , I am new so i do not know if I can yet , but would just love to if I can

Of course you can Markita! I'll put your name in the January 21 - Feb 3 slot.

So you have lots of time to gather images.

Thank you so much Jeanette , this will be fun , I think i will love coming here and seeing all the work these artist have done , I cant beleave how mych talent is here .