You are so good at explaining processes! Both why we don't get them right, and how we can change that. It's so practical and empathic and educational and reassuring and empowering. ☘️
Great video. The only problem I have with this is making the abstract shapes when the light isn’t that dramatic. Of course we prefer dramatic lighting but it’s not always available.
that is a really good point. my answer is probably a bit unsatisfying, but as you progress with dramatic contrast shapes, you'll increasingly be able to find shapes from subtler variations, and also adjust and invent shapes to suit your purposes
Have you experimented with the Reilly method? I believe it might turn the switch for you. Ben Eblen talks about the Loomis and the Reilly method in one of his videos. Hope that helps, cheers.
Thanks once again for such a generous and well thought out eloquent breakdown of such a commonly misunderstood challenge for artists. Young and old alike. So much is in this lesson yet you take all the scary out of attacking this subject. I love the Lord of the Rings analogy as you bring humor and a cinematic comparison to how we should control our instinct. You are a wonderful artist evolving and you gift your knowledge back to us in such an amazing simple breakdown of lessons you’ve struggled with. Keep going! Thank you
One thing to add to this excellent instruction are the critical landmarks like sternocleidomastoid, clavicles, supra sternal notch, mastoids, etc. Once you are able to layout an reasonably accurate perspective and foreshortening it’s amazing how much information can be eliminated from a face or human figure when only the major landmarks are represented.
I am taking a college course on Introduction to Drawing, and this is exactly what they tell you to do. This gentleman is giving you all the information you would ever need to know on how to draw.
@@pavolhurban5818the 'natural skill' we're talking about is just your brain power, which can be improved by making it work. you can only have a downside if u really have an illness or a brain damage, so ppl that quickly get good with art is usually because they used their brain and improved it b4
This is exactly the problem I have been struggling with, how to make the face look like my source. While on the one hand it should be straightforward, the result is anything but. I’m going to try this approach, it makes sense. I appreciate your thoughtfulness and clear explanation.
Really helpful, as ever. Faces are a real challenge for me and I often get the angle wrong compared to the torso, so this will really help me overcome that. Thanks Kenzo, keep up the great work.
This is one of the best explanations I’ve seen on how to best approach drawing. I’m an Art Therapist/mixed media artist and sometimes facilitate art-making and creative expression in a workshop format. Although I don’t teach formal drawing classes, it’s not uncommon that people will ask me for drawing tips. (In my own artwork I do a lot of figures and portraits.) I try to explain verbally that the biggest key is learning to see what is actually there and not just let the left-brain start doing shorthand for recognizable features, but this video is perfect. I will definitely share. Thank you!
Great video! That bit you spoke of ,about knowing to draw the eyes lower but constantly drawing them too high, really hit home to me. Thank you for your lessons!
I'm glad the algorithm for recommending your channel, i've always thought drawing was confusing, it made me think drawing just wasnt my thing... until i met your channel, everything makes sense to me now, I am really thankful for it!😁
Hold until those orcs are in range! perfectly describes the feeling. If I don't draw these details right my drawing will suck! But if you fire too early, the orcs get you. What a fantastic bit of advice, that was really well put!
This is good. In visual perception, there are various modes we can utilize in the arts. Typically, we rely on the “thing mode” of perception, which is great for recognizing objects and people but can present challenges in the visual arts. Here are some other visual modes: 1. Shape Mode: This mode relies on a clear dark-light pattern, which works well when the subject is lit obliquely. However, it may not be as effective in front or backlit situations. 2. Contour Mode: In this mode, we focus on the silhouette or outline of objects. It involves using the contour lines that appear at the boundaries of shapes. As artists, we often employ these visual modes to navigate our visual world, even if we’re not always consciously aware of them as functions of visual perception.
Another good suggestion is do it on paper, there's a reason ipad/samsung tab art doesn't look that good and it's not skill it's tool limitations. Great for concept art and comic looks but anything realistic is going to be a nightmare.
Nice!! Great explanation and I personally loved the LOTR analogy 😂 Iam a fan of turning pictures upside down to trick the brain but had never gone much further than that
You are so good at explaining processes! Both why we don't get them right, and how we can change that. It's so practical and empathic and educational and reassuring and empowering. ☘️
Great video. The only problem I have with this is making the abstract shapes when the light isn’t that dramatic. Of course we prefer dramatic lighting but it’s not always available.
that is a really good point. my answer is probably a bit unsatisfying, but as you progress with dramatic contrast shapes, you'll increasingly be able to find shapes from subtler variations, and also adjust and invent shapes to suit your purposes
Thanks for responding. That does make sense too. @@lovelifedrawing
Brilliant, thanks so much!
...use angles from a non moving reference point.
Have you experimented with the Reilly method? I believe it might turn the switch for you. Ben Eblen talks about the Loomis and the Reilly method in one of his videos. Hope that helps, cheers.
Thanks once again for such a generous and well thought out eloquent breakdown of such a commonly misunderstood challenge for artists. Young and old alike. So much is in this lesson yet you take all the scary out of attacking this subject. I love the Lord of the Rings analogy as you bring humor and a cinematic comparison to how we should control our instinct. You are a wonderful artist evolving and you gift your knowledge back to us in such an amazing simple breakdown of lessons you’ve struggled with. Keep going! Thank you
Thanks so much Sally I really appreciate that!
One thing to add to this excellent instruction are the critical landmarks like sternocleidomastoid, clavicles, supra sternal notch, mastoids, etc. Once you are able to layout an reasonably accurate perspective and foreshortening it’s amazing how much information can be eliminated from a face or human figure when only the major landmarks are represented.
I am taking a college course on Introduction to Drawing, and this is exactly what they tell you to do. This gentleman is giving you all the information you would ever need to know on how to draw.
I cant draw I just come to look at this gorgeous human
Everyone can draw. Some just have natural talent and the others need to work harder on skill with main goal : never give up
Same
That is the idea. If you can't draw, you come to listen to this gorgeous man show you how. It really is a win-win for you!
@@pavolhurban5818the 'natural skill' we're talking about is just your brain power, which can be improved by making it work. you can only have a downside if u really have an illness or a brain damage, so ppl that quickly get good with art is usually because they used their brain and improved it b4
This is exactly the problem I have been struggling with, how to make the face look like my source. While on the one hand it should be straightforward, the result is anything but. I’m going to try this approach, it makes sense. I appreciate your thoughtfulness and clear explanation.
Really helpful. Struggled a lot with this problem, and I never really knew why
Excactly had this problem the past days, trying to draw the faces and heads again... Thanks Alot! :)
Really helpful, as ever. Faces are a real challenge for me and I often get the angle wrong compared to the torso, so this will really help me overcome that. Thanks Kenzo, keep up the great work.
This is one of the best explanations I’ve seen on how to best approach drawing. I’m an Art Therapist/mixed media artist and sometimes facilitate art-making and creative expression in a workshop format. Although I don’t teach formal drawing classes, it’s not uncommon that people will ask me for drawing tips. (In my own artwork I do a lot of figures and portraits.) I try to explain verbally that the biggest key is learning to see what is actually there and not just let the left-brain start doing shorthand for recognizable features, but this video is perfect. I will definitely share. Thank you!
Omg this was so helpful thank you 🖤
Thank you very much! You are an extraordinary teacher!
Content + presentation is really working well here. Warm, encouraging, informative, authentic. Really well done.
This is such good information! You managed to explain to me what my art teacher tried to tell me but I did not understand.
Great video! That bit you spoke of ,about knowing to draw the eyes lower but constantly drawing them too high, really hit home to me. Thank you for your lessons!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, thank you for really putting these complex ideas into easily understandable short videos.
This was the first lesson when I came to the academy. Good job!
I'm glad the algorithm for recommending your channel, i've always thought drawing was confusing, it made me think drawing just wasnt my thing... until i met your channel, everything makes sense to me now, I am really thankful for it!😁
that's so good to hear :)
Just what I needed this morning
Great stuff! Saw that shadow edge across the first reference right away. :)
Great video...final sketch bet you were dying to put the second eyesy in 😁
I like how you made a LOTR reference and then went full Gollum with "eyeses". Lol
Your such a genius ❤❤❤ Ill have to do I class with you one day! Keep up the great work!🎉
I loved the Lord of the rings analogy! Haha. The thumbnail was great too! Haha. Great video!
This is fascinating. I’ve drawn the left face a million times. that’s exactly my process
Came for the tips, stayed for the LotR reference! 😁
Hold until those orcs are in range! perfectly describes the feeling. If I don't draw these details right my drawing will suck! But if you fire too early, the orcs get you. What a fantastic bit of advice, that was really well put!
WOW! What a great great and helpful video! Thank you soooo much!
hey, thank you! the title was throwing me off, but i watched the video anyways, and was pleased to find something pleasant and thoughtful.
This is so good! Thank you! Your vjdeos and knowlege are always so helpful 😭💕
once again, thank you! this really helps :)
This is good. In visual perception, there are various modes we can utilize in the arts. Typically, we rely on the “thing mode” of perception, which is great for recognizing objects and people but can present challenges in the visual arts. Here are some other visual modes:
1. Shape Mode: This mode relies on a clear dark-light pattern, which works well when the subject is lit obliquely. However, it may not be as effective in front or backlit situations.
2. Contour Mode: In this mode, we focus on the silhouette or outline of objects. It involves using the contour lines that appear at the boundaries of shapes.
As artists, we often employ these visual modes to navigate our visual world, even if we’re not always consciously aware of them as functions of visual perception.
Solid advice! Thank you!
Thank you for those great tips you shared.. 👌
Great explanation. Thank you.
Thank you
Excellent. Thank you
hum ! it actually works really well. tks
as a child I use to draw the eyes and the nose first instinct told me that’s easier
Nice drawing
Love this
Thats more like Braveheart isn’t?
Now I got it, UA-cam search: negative fill
Thanks man
brain: "I'm the captain now".
hehe exactly
excellent bro...ur 2ooooo good
I use to draw the eyes like that too. High
The first drawing reminded me a meme song video "vypiem za lubov"😅
I still find drawing hands the bigger struggle than faces :0
Damn, I didn't expect to see penguin0 here 😄
Which is the previous video you mentioned?
This model is yourself, isn't he???
Not gonna watch the video, but leaving a like and a comment as a thanks for a thumbnail that gives information, instead of .. you know
Flipped the switch, still can't do it.
it takes a lot of practice!
Hey pls do live stream 😢
Academic vs observational drawing. Two different methods for two different purposes.
human brains are stupidly smart. incredibly smart to a point where its stupid.
Well put!
Another good suggestion is do it on paper, there's a reason ipad/samsung tab art doesn't look that good and it's not skill it's tool limitations. Great for concept art and comic looks but anything realistic is going to be a nightmare.
700th thumbs up 👍
The "eyeses" is getting you demonetized for sure lol
we never put ads on our vids anyway!
"Eyses" was actually a good Lord of the rings pun, because Gollum says "hobbitses" ;)
Ah an unintended callback!
Nice!! Great explanation and I personally loved the LOTR analogy 😂
Iam a fan of turning pictures upside down to trick the brain but had never gone much further than that