This chapter offers another chance to combine some
of the many techniques we’ve explored together
throughout the book, this time with a focus on the
more traditional forms of drawing. We’re going right
back to the earliest adventures to revisit manipulating
our pencil, paying special attention to the following:
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Pressure
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Line
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Shade
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Eraser drawing
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Pattern
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Paper piercing
I am always inspired by the natural world. My subject
for this project is a rose, but again, I encourage you
to find a subject that excites you. Because I always
work in pen, I enjoyed this opportunity to play with
the wide variety of effects that can be created using
a simple 2B pencil. We are going right back to basics,
so all that is really needed is your 2B pencil and eraser,
but feel free to add other techniques if you wish, such
as paper piercing, stitch, or collage.
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