How to draw in black and white ⚫️ ⚪️

= Whether it's in chess, nature, or in drawing, black and white is a timeless combination. This is also how many learn to draw, as working in grayscale means less choices than a full color palette. Even so, there are still some things to keep in mind when creating [black and white drawings](=). Here are some of our tips: Plan ahead of time. This is good advice for most final artwork, but when working in monochrome, it can make a huge difference in the final product. Before you put media to paper, determine what you’ll use, the size of your drawing, and roughly where the lightest and darkest areas will be. Balance is key. [Black and White Swans] ​ Preserve your white sections. Depending on your media, you can do this in multiple ways. For pencil, pen, or charcoal, it’s best to figure out where the highlights are and then avoid them as you draw. For wet media, you can also use tape or [masking fluid](). Protect your art. Whether you're working in graphite or ink, always veer on the side of caution and place a scrap of paper underneath your drawing hand to protect your art. ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ [Illustration of Flowers and Banner] ​ "Drawing is putting a line (a)round an idea." —Henri Matisse (1869-1954) = Check out more famous artist quotes in this [list](=). ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- [Illustration of Poppies and Banner] ​ - Your dream house - A pair of shoes - A cactus - The smallest animal you can think of - Your favorite candy Need more drawing ideas? Check out this [list](. ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ For many artists, the outdoors is an unending source of inspiration. While some prefer to fill their canvases with colorful bouquets of flowers, others may prefer the majestic beauty of a tall tree. With so many beautiful varieties of trees, it can be hard to choose a good starting off point. This tutorial will show you the steps to drawing three popular types of trees: oak, pine, and palm trees. Click the link below to start learning! ​[Learn How to Draw Three Types of Trees: Oak, Pine, and Palm]()​ ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- [Illustration of a Moth and Moon] ​ While the Italian Renaissance is known for its advancements in color and understanding of anatomy, the Northern Renaissance popularized the use of prints. One person, in particular, paved the way in different printmaking techniques: German artist Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528). Although [printmaking](=) had already existed for some time, Dürer was the first artist to elevate it to a form of fine art. He produced engravings, woodcuts, and etchings with meticulous attention to detail. ​[Who was Albrecht Dürer? Learn About the Pioneering Northern Renaissance Printmaker]()​ ​ Margherita Cole Staff Writer and Illustrator = Unsubscribe from the Drawing Club by [clicking here](). Want to share this email with a friend? [Here's a signup link.]( [Unsubscribe]( | 121 Evergreen Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630