My students even my own child think there is some magic tip to drawing well. That I am hiding the secret. All I can say it takes practice. It is muscle memory and hand eye coordination. Not just 10 min but 1,000 of hours. I would say I started picking up drawing when I was 9 yrs old. I am now 42. I still have issues with my drawing but things are easier knowing when I need to make adjustments. I still acknowledge I make mistakes.
I am surprised that so many people think I just woke up and knew how to draw well. Granted there are those that are born gifted and have natural ability that comes at a young age. There are only so many Motzarts and Picassos. Most it is a lot of effort and long term growth.
I wish it was like the Matrix. You became a master just by downloading the information into our brains but we aren’t at that point yet. Until that time we just have to practice, practice, practice.
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