My teacher at the arts center here "taught" gesture drawing but never explained it this way. I think it might have been that she explained it in light and flowy "artsy" terms, that I simply did not understand, and without actually discussing how it is done. This is the first time I've been able to catch on to what gesture drawing IS and how to do it. This was extremely helpful. Thank you, Dianne.
I just found this video. Wow, so simple, yet so helpful! What a great starting point and drawing warm up. After learning basics like pencil grip, striking lines, years ago, this is that type of information that's right under your nose and makes you think, why didn't I think of this. It's so Pithy. It just shows you know you subject inside and out. I subbed instantly.
You will be surprised how spontaneous your drawing will become it you make these practice exercises a daily routine. I'm so glad you found these helpful.
Such a great teacher you are, Dianne!!! Thank you so much for all your teachings!! Each of your videos is the perfect complement for your "Finding Freedom to Create" book.
Videos by men everywhere, no one explained a method of learning properly. I stay here for 5 minutes, then I knowwhat to practice for the next week, Thanks, female!
Thank you so much. I finally understand what gesture drawing is. On a side note, what is the type of your easel called? I didn't know that you can place a sketchbook on an easel.
This way of holding the pencil works best when working with the paper in a vertical position. For working in your sketchbook, hold it the way it works best for you. Your arm movement is more important than how you hold the pencil.
Gesture drawing is drawing the movement of a subject rather than focusing on its shape. It's quick rather than deliberate and learning to do gesture drawing allows us to capture the life of a subject quickly-in the moment. Many of drawings we have by Rembrandt, Michelangelo and other masters are gesture drawings.
It is hard because you are TRYING to get a likeness. Switch your attention to the structure of the face - things such as the proportional distance between eyebrows, bottom of nose, and mouth. You might find Yupi's approach helpful - ua-cam.com/video/fbVoVtJulX8/v-deo.html
My teacher at the arts center here "taught" gesture drawing but never explained it this way. I think it might have been that she explained it in light and flowy "artsy" terms, that I simply did not understand, and without actually discussing how it is done. This is the first time I've been able to catch on to what gesture drawing IS and how to do it. This was extremely helpful. Thank you, Dianne.
Thank you @Suze Z. Have fun doing gesture drawing. It can be an exhilarating exercise.
OMG .. thank you so much... I tried it with you and it instantly changed my line... That's why I feel everyone can't be teacher.. ❤️❤️❤️
Wonderful! Yes, it works!
You're a gem Dianne. Anytime I don't get something quite well, I KNOW I can learn it from you. Thank you :)
Wow, Marjan! Thanks.
I just found this video. Wow, so simple, yet so helpful! What a great starting point and drawing warm up. After learning basics like pencil grip, striking lines, years ago, this is that type of information that's right under your nose and makes you think, why didn't I think of this. It's so Pithy. It just shows you know you subject inside and out. I subbed instantly.
Welcome aboard! And I am delighted you latched onto the Gesture Drawing video.
Thank you. I found that your exercise really loosened-up my sketching.
You've been a great help.
You will be surprised how spontaneous your drawing will become it you make these practice exercises a daily routine. I'm so glad you found these helpful.
I haven't even tried it yet and I can already feel how helpful this is. You're a blessing!
Thanks. It will mean even more when you try it and make it a habit.
So basic but so valuable to know after all these years. It’s a great skill builder and one I am going to be practicing. Thank YOU!
Thanks, Carole. Have fun building these skills.
I finally get it. Thank you for sharing your gift.
You are so welcome. Have fun with this.
Thank you for showing the techniques.
You bet!
This helped my sketching and line confidence by 70%. Thank you Ms. Mize!
Wonderful!
Such a great teacher you are, Dianne!!! Thank you so much for all your teachings!! Each of your videos is the perfect complement for your "Finding Freedom to Create" book.
Thanks, Sofia.
This video was super helpful! Thank you!
So glad! Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the tips! I'll be watching more of your videos
Great.
I really feel practicing this exercise will help me with my gesture drawings. Thank you, Dianne, for this excellent tip.
You are so welcome!
This really has help me stopping my hands from shaking. Thank you. New subscriber here.
Wonderful. Welcome aboard!
She is wonderful.
Thanks! 😊
I wanted to personally say thank you for this video! Hope you have an amazing weekend!
You are so welcome! And you, too.
Great tip! Thanks a lot!
You bet!
I had no idea and I love this, especially the rhythmic aspect, thank you!
Terrific using the waltz rhythm. I will practise and practise. Many thanks.
Have fun with it, Moondancer!
Many thanks for your wonderful tip
My pleasure
Thanks so much ma'am!
My pleasure 😊
Videos by men everywhere, no one explained a method of learning properly. I stay here for 5 minutes, then I knowwhat to practice for the next week, Thanks, female!
Great!
Thanks for the great idea!!! I will definitely be trying this soon! I was moving my arm around with your video!
Wonderful. Keeping the body involved keeps the life in the work.
This is amazing. Thank you
You're very welcome!
Wow...Thank you so much for this simple tip! Enjoyed this so much!
Thanks.
Thanks for this, I'll try an use it in my practice exercises
Great!
Thank you so much for this advice!!!
My pleasure.
Thank you 😀
You bet.
Fantastic. What a practical exercise. Thank you❣️
My pleasure.
Great tip! Practice I will 😊
Practice is key.
Thanks for this
My pleasure!
Thank you so much. I finally understand what gesture drawing is. On a side note, what is the type of your easel called? I didn't know that you can place a sketchbook on an easel.
Trang Le, the easel I am using here is a Sienna French easel.
awesome lesson. thank you
😊
You are so fabulous!
Thanks!
شكرا لمجهودك
يسرني.
Merci beaucoup :))
can it be also use that style of holding the pencil in the sketch book? i've tried but its hard for me.
This way of holding the pencil works best when working with the paper in a vertical position. For working in your sketchbook, hold it the way it works best for you. Your arm movement is more important than how you hold the pencil.
Brilliant!
thank you for the help
Always a pleasure, Jerrod.
This has been so very helpful. Thank you.
My pleasure.
Dianne, what exactly is gesture drawing, or what is the purpose of gesture drawing? Guess I missed the tip on that.
Gesture drawing is drawing the movement of a subject rather than focusing on its shape. It's quick rather than deliberate and learning to do gesture drawing allows us to capture the life of a subject quickly-in the moment. Many of drawings we have by Rembrandt, Michelangelo and other masters are gesture drawings.
Thanks for clearing that up. I really like your way of teaching.
🙏🙏🙏
Thanks
I’m just beginning at 77 😊
Go for it!
If anyone is looking at this video in ‘23, can anyone explain why the back and forth motion instead of making the line once?
Yes. Because it is gesture. The back and forth explores the movement in both ways. Every visual movement (or line/direction) moves in both directions.
@@IntheStudioArtInstruction Thank you!
Line of action drawing
WHY IT IS SO HARD TO GET LIKENESS OF A PORTRAIT
It is hard because you are TRYING to get a likeness. Switch your attention to the structure of the face - things such as the proportional distance between eyebrows, bottom of nose, and mouth. You might find Yupi's approach helpful - ua-cam.com/video/fbVoVtJulX8/v-deo.html
Can u do ballpoint pen video
Mmmmm. What would you like to see a ballpoint pen doing?
@@IntheStudioArtInstruction how to hold it to do gesture drawing
why do you hold the pencil in that way?
For better control and a free flowing line.
some artist use the "over hand grip" its a preference thing
who else is here from RGS
Royal Geographical Society?
THIS IS EXACTLY WHY , IM A VEGAN.
You cannot be sirius
Thank you much
My pleasure.