Beginner art lessons

Directions:Find at least 4 objects that are basic forms (squares, cones, circles, cylinders).Set them up in an interesting composition with 1 light source.Create a pencil drawing from direct observation.Include a background and fill the whole page.Use a full range of values to illustrate chiaroscuro.Pyramidal (triangular) shaped compositions work

Here at Hodgepodge we are passionate about reminding you that You ARE an Artist! And providing opportunities for doing art. Simple, frugal and fun tutorials. Art for ALL ages! So here are the top art lessons of 2014. 1. Free Fall Art Lessons for All Ages – Pull out those fantastic reds, oranges, browns, yellows […]

Learn how to draw faces & people with these anatomy tutorials made for beginners. We go over how to draw heads, eyes, noses, ears and lips and much more. I have also made a hair drawing video course for anyone that wants to learn how to draw female hair through construction. The free worksheets (printable PDFs) are also really useful for easy and simple art practice.

Inside you'll find an easy step-by-step How to Draw a Landscape Tutorial and Landscape Coloring Page. Stop by and download yours for free.

Last week I pinned a fabulous optical illusion art idea from We Heart Art. She had completed this activity with her fifth graders, and I thought it would make a fantastic first lesson for my students. I tried it out with my oldest daughter last weekend (she's in grade 3), and when she achieved great results, I knew it would be perfect. This is a perfect art lesson for the beginning of the year because it uses only a few materials, has simple directions, and turns out to be an impressive work…

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Learn about the basics of sketchbooks and why every artist should have one. Find out what equipment you need to start sketching in this informative guide.

Learn to shade with pencil. Art tutorials for beginners of all ages. Step by step drawing exercises with pictures. #arteducation #drawing

These drawing exercises will help you get better at drawing even if you're a complete beginner. They're absolutely easy to do, no overwhelm.

In order to become a better artist, it's recommended that you keep an art journal or sketchbook. It's hard to come up with new ideas every day, so I thought that you might like some sketchbook art inspiration. The following inspirational sketchbooks will open your mind to new possibilities in daily art journaling and sketchbook-ing. Here are more than 50 inspirational sketchbook art and illustration ideas.