4 easy sketching tutorials to skyrocket your skills


Hey there, Reader!

I love drawing and sketching because I believe both activities having amazing benefits in many areas of our lives.

For instance, drawing and sketching are wonderful avenues for artistic and authentic self-expression.

In addition, taking time to create drawings is an excellent way to connect with your inner child.

And don't forget that drawing and sketching are both relaxing activities that help us calm our minds.

For these reasons, I believe every artist should spend some time honing these skills.

But did you know that the ability to draw and sketch is the foundation of all artistic expertise?

Without developing these basic skills, it'll be harder for you to progress in your art journey regardless of what medium you work with.

So if you want to improve your art skills, learning how to sketch is an excellent place to start because it's a quicker, looser, and easier form of drawing.

To help you level up your drawing skills, I'd like to share with you a popular blog post titled How to Do Easy Sketching for Beginners (4 Awesome Tutorials).

By following these easy step-by-step tutorials, you’ll be able to:

  • Sketch different types of subject matter that are easy and suitable for beginners
  • Implement strategies to help you develop your sketching skills more quickly
  • Develop foundational skills such as form and shape, light and shadow, basic shading, etc.

My intention is to inspire you to take out your sketchbook so that you do some simple sketching today!

By the time you’re done reading, you’ll know how to enjoy a fun sketching practice while focusing on the specific skills that you'd like to improve.

What's more, after you take action and complete the tutorials, you'll feel proud whenever you look at the sketchbook pages you've filled with simple sketches, Reader!

ACTION STEP: Click the purple button above, read the blog, and then choose at least one (or more) of the sketching tutorials that you want to follow. Then set aside at least 15 minutes to sketch.

Have fun sketching and I'll talk to you again soon,

Your art instructor,

Miranda

P.S. Level up your sketching skills by checking out these easy step-by-step sketching tutorials for beginners!​

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Miranda Balogh

I teach artists how to paint confidently with watercolours so you can make beautiful art that you're proud of. Sign up for my weekly newsletter where I send you fun step-by-step tutorials, helpful art advice, and positive encouragement so you can reconnect with art and express yourself through creativity. So hit subscribe to accelerate your artistic journey with me. It's time to paint and play!

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