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Part 3: Mix Colors and Paint a Background
Marlowe the Adorable Sphinx https://t.co/hhIKF2yCf1 via @BrendaHoddinott

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Creating effective illusions is a big part of the drawing process. Learn how one-point perspective can make viewers feel like they're looking upward, downward, or straight ahead at your subject. https://t.co/dEciHkKDyY

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These illustrations are fabulous! "In the future, Ruby plans on showcasing her work through a website with 'more detailed information and posts so people can have a better view and understanding of my work.'" https://t.co/zu53hM5GhU

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Pro tip! When you're drawing eyes, keep the initial sketch lines very light so they can be erased later. Instead of bold lines, use contrasting shading graduations to separate the various parts of eyes and to give their forms depth. #drawing #artschool

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When you happen on an amazing subject but can't draw it until later on, it can be tricky to hold all the details in your mind. This free lesson can help: https://t.co/7TAApgHrT9

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Not an insect fan? These illustrations might change your mind. https://t.co/PabIR4oi3r

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Drawing tip! Take your time when drawing the forms of an object or living being. Draw the shapes first and then shade in the light and shadows. #draw #drawinglessons

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Hey advanced artists! Here's a lesson just for you. Use high-key shading, blending, and erasing to render the textures of a realistic stained glass and metal butterfly. #artschool #draw https://t.co/Sb02mFfwxN

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Itching to get out of the house? Plan an outing to find some floral models that you can draw from various perspectives. Then, render close-up, detailed drawings of the textures and forms of the individual petals and leaves.

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Is there a piece of art stuck to your fridge? There's probably a lot more going on in that picture than you realize. Interesting article on the psychology behind kid-created drawings: https://t.co/i8gD5ww6zh

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Drawing inspiration is everywhere - but that doesn't help if you can't remember the details of what you've seen. Check out this free lesson on committing potential subjects to memory so you can translate them into drawings later on. https://t.co/4IpC0dyj3x

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If you're drawing a baby, resist the temptation to make their hair too thick or full. Too much hair in a drawing can make the baby look old and, as art history has shown, old-looking babies just don't age well. https://t.co/tqufD6IkJt

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Want to boost your creativity? Scientists say playing Minecraft could help. https://t.co/LtXUnZIw11

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Learn to draw a horse's head in just three steps (we promise not to make any Godfather jokes). https://t.co/M4yxzXQl4r

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Having trouble with symmetry? Try drawing a faint line down the center of your drawing space before you begin. Visually measure the spaces on both sides of this line as you draw - you can even use a ruler if you want to be precise!

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A fascinating article on how x-raying a Rembrandt provided insight into the artist's processes. https://t.co/wnFJ0R8AGj

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To draw children well, you need a strong understanding of facial proportions. Try this lesson and learn to accurately outline and shade a little girl's face. https://t.co/FIUqbdHsAw

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Drawing tip! A composition becomes more intriguing when you emphasize your focal point with more detail and a stronger contrast in values than other aspects of your drawing. #draw #artschool

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Learning to draw is mostly just learning to see. Get started with this free drawing lesson, then enhance your visual intelligence by diving into the rest of our "Drawing on Your Brain" lesson module. https://t.co/q756Rj0dJ9 #artlessons #draw