Negative Space

Last week, we drew a window. Some opted to show what was seen through it; others did not. This week, we'll draw the negative space, that is, don't draw the window, draw only what is revealed through its panes of glass.

Windows

Since I have just had a new beautiful bow window installed, I have 'windows on my mind.' So, this week, we will draw a window. You can opt to sketch a small kitchen window with lacy curtains or go for a large picture window. Whether you choose to position yourself on the inside or out is up to you, but show enough detail in the window to indicate from where the window is being viewed. If you don't want to worry too much about what is being see through the window, try having sunlight reflect off it, thus obscuring the view.

Book Study

This week's assignment is to draw a book. It could be a paperback novel, a graphic novel, a reference book or even an e-reader. Try drawing your book from different angles - flat on a desk or standing on a shelf. Draw it both open and closed. Include cover or inner page detail, if you'd like. That would probably be especially fun in the case of a graphic novel where you could make the POWs and ARGHs really pop from the drawing.

Waving Flags

This week's assignment is to draw a flag. Any one you want, but it should be waving. Be sure to show the movement with shading and angles, etc. This is a good opportunity to use color, whether it's pastels, pencils, oils, acrylics, crayons, etc.