How to Sketch a Crab - Live Drawing Exercise Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2024-10-17 | How to Sketch a Crab - Live Drawing Exercise
Picasso Portrait Drawing Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-09-27 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing lesson, we create a Cubist portrait in the style of artist, Pablo Picasso. This is a timed drawing exercise that is broadcast live and Matt will have 45 minutes to complete the drawing. Pablo Picasso is most well-known for his Cubist drawings and paintings. We'll use oil pastels on orange paper to complete the drawing. ***Related Courses...The Oil Pastel Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-oil-pastel-courseThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawings***Materials used in this lesson...(The following links are affiliate links which means that I make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Sennelier Oil Pastels - amzn.to/464R2qZCanson Mi-Teintes Pastel Paper - amzn.to/3PRii6P
Drawing In the Style of Salvador Dalí Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-09-20 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing lesson, we create a Surrealist drawing in the style of artist, Salvador Dalí. This is a timed drawing exercise that is broadcast live and Ashley will have 45 minutes to complete the drawing. Salvador Dalí was a Spanish artist that created Surrealist paintings that were influenced by the subconscious and dreams. We'll use colored pencils on gray paper to complete the drawing. ***Related Courses...The Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Colored Pencil Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-colored-pencil-course***Materials used in this lesson...(The following links are affiliate links which means that I make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Prismacolor Colored Pencils - amzn.to/3PozLlMGray Drawing Paper - amzn.to/3PIKDMA
Drawing Glass In the Style of Janet Fish Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-09-14 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing lesson, we create a marker and colored pencil drawing in the style of artist, Janet Fish. This is a timed drawing exercise that is broadcast live and Matt will have 45 minutes to complete the drawing. Janet Fish is well known for her realistic paintings of glass, foods, and reflections. We'll use a combination of alcohol-based markers and colored pencils on marker paper. ***Related Courses...The Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Colored Pencil Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-colored-pencil-course***Materials used in this lesson...(The following links are affiliate links which means that I make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Alcohol-Based Markers - amzn.to/3sY0dL7Prismacolor Colored Pencils - amzn.to/3PozLlMMarker Paper - amzn.to/46956iZ
Watercolor Pencils - Orangutan Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-09-07 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***Learn how to draw or paint with watercolor pencils. This video is a shortened version of a 10-part lesson series on watercolor pencils for members at https://thevirtualinstructor.com. In this lesson series, we create a watercolor pencil image of an Orangutan on rough watercolor paper. This complete lesson series can be found here...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/orangutan-with-watercolor-pencils***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Watercolor Workshop - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-watercolor-workshopThe Colored Pencil Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-colored-pencil-course***Materials Used in this video... (the following links are affiliate links which means that I make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Derwent Watercolor Pencils - amzn.to/3PtkC3v
In the Style of Giovanni Piranesi - Live Drawing Lesson - Gettin Sketchy Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-08-30 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing lesson, we create a pen and ink drawing in the style of artist, Giovanni Piranesi. This is a timed drawing exercise that is broadcast live and Ashley will have 45 minutes to complete the drawing. Piranesi is well known for creating architectural etchings with intense line work. In line with his style, we'll create a pen and ink drawing on white paper. ***Related Courses...The Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-ink***
In the Style of Georgia OKeeffe - Live Drawing Lesson - Gettin Sketchy Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-08-23 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing lesson, we create a pastel drawing in the style of artist, Georgia O'Keeffe. This is a timed drawing exercise that is broadcast live and Matt will have 45 minutes to complete the drawing. Georgia O'Keeffe is well known for her large paintings of flowers up close. Keeping with her style, we'll create a colorful image of a flower with an extreme close up angle. ***Related Courses...The Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsAnimals with Pastels - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/animals-with-pastelsPastel Landscape Mastery - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pastel-landscape-mastery***Materials used in this lesson... (The following links are affiliate links which means that we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Rembrandt Pastels - amzn.to/3EetFPnCarbothello Pastel Pencils - amzn.to/3sen2KfPastelMat Paper - amzn.to/3KTUVXf
In the Style of Van Gogh - Live Drawing Lesson - Gettin Sketchy Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-08-16 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing lesson, we create a charcoal drawing in the style of artist, Van Gogh. This is a timed drawing exercise that is broadcast live. Ashley will have 45 minutes to complete the drawing.***Related Courses...The Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Charcoal Drawing Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-charcoal-drawing-course
In the Style of Andy Warhol - Live Painting Lesson - Gettin Sketchy Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-08-10 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live painting lesson, we create a painting in the style of Pop artist, Andy Warhol. In this case, we'll create a colorful portrait of the influential artist using Posca Markers on hot press watercolor paper.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Posca Markers - amzn.to/3DKQyKjCanson Hot Press Watercolor Paper - amzn.to/3QvHv7l
3 Step Method For Drawing Anything Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-08-04 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***Learn how to draw or sketch using a simple 3 step method that uses simple shapes. This drawing technique can be applied to any subject, making accurate drawing easier. In this lesson, we look at drawing 2 different subjects - a simple subject and a complex subject. This drawing technique also improves speed. ***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsRealistic Pencil Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/realistic-pencil-drawingPencil Drawing - The Guide to Graphite - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pencil-drawing-the-guide-to-graphiteThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***
Youre Not Talented - The Talent Myth Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-07-21 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***True talent is a myth. Talent can be learned and developed. In this video, we look at how talent has been misunderstood and how it can hinder you. We examine talent in terms of art, music, and athletics and learn why what we think about talent may be completely wrong.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***
Acrylic Painting Lesson - Limes - Real-time Art Instruction Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-07-11 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this acrylic painting lesson, we paint a still life arrangement of limes with acrylics in one session. We use Liquitex acrylic paints on panel to develop the painting. Brushstrokes are pronounced and accentuated as this Impressionistic painting develops. Grab your paints and paint along with the lesson.***Related Painting Courses...The Acrylic Painting Academy - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-acrylic-painting-academyJungle Path with Acrylics - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/acrylic-jungle-pathAll Courses - thevirtualinstructor.com/artvideocourses.html***Links to purchase materials used (These links are affiliate links which means that I make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Liquitex Acrylics - amzn.to/46HRM67Gessoed Panel 4" by 4" - amzn.to/3D4arLSGrumbacher Goldenedge Brushes - amzn.to/3D1jnleGlazing Medium - amzn.to/3NKYRKH***Painting of Orange Slices - youtu.be/DMRJwbeHL5s***Photo reference for this drawing - youtube.com/post/Ugkx4oGZHcp4awig7xD2SxUqdyGUcac4W0Ya
Cupcake with Pastels - Real-time Art Instruction Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-06-27 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this video, we draw a cupcake with pastels and pastel pencils on PastelMat paper in one sitting. The entire process of drawing and refining is included so that you can draw along and create your own version of the drawing. Start with a sketch of the contour lines before layering pastel applications.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsAnimals with Pastels - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/animals-with-pastelsPastel Landscape Mastery - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pastel-landscape-masteryThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***Links to purchase these materials (These links are affiliate links which means that I make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Rembrandt Pastels - amzn.to/3r8jicYConte a Paris Pastel Pencils - amzn.to/3XHXwJjCarbothello Pastel Pencils- amzn.to/3Nw3HeNPastelMat Paper - amzn.to/3qCssxY***Photo reference for this drawing - youtube.com/channel/UCULpiAa8nIl_e68y59VYjHQ/community?lb=UgkxgQkF2f-nedWt-x8ou2ju3FYTv_HHbRcC
Best Papers and Surfaces For Colored Pencils Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-06-13 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this video, we look at 6 of my favorite papers and surfaces for colored pencils. These papers are distinctly different and each has their own advantages and disadvantages. We explore them all. These papers may very well be the best papers for colored pencil drawing. ***Related Drawing Courses...The Colored Pencil Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-colored-pencil-courseThree Little Birds with Colored Pencils - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/3-little-birds-with-colored-pencilsPencils on Polyester - A Different Way to Colored Pencil - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pencils-on-polyester-a-different-way-to-colored-pencil25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawings***Links to purchase these papers (These links are affiliate links which means that I make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Bristol Paper - amzn.to/3Jc5T9ECanson Mi-Teintes Pastel Paper - amzn.to/3qEsmWzStonehenge Paper - amzn.to/3oXJWV7PastelMat Paper - amzn.to/3qCssxYDura-Lar Polyester Film - amzn.to/3XbjcgrMarker Paper - amzn.to/3qGadaY
How to Draw Sneakers With Pen and Ink Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-05-31 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***Learn how to draw a pair of sneakers with pen and ink on smooth Bristol paper with Staedtler ink pens. This isn't any pair of sneakers - these are the iconic Air Jordan 1's by Nike. This video is made up of portions of an 8-part recorded Live Lesson series which is available to members at thevirtualinstructor.com. This full lesson series can be viewed here...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/sneakers-with-pen-and-ink ***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawingThe Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-ink***
5 Things I Learned In Art School Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-05-23 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this video, I share 5 things that I learned in art school. These five things are quite unexpected. I thought that I would learn how to draw and paint in art school. And while I did quite a bit of drawing and painting, I didn't really learn these skills in art school. However, I did learn valuable things that made me into the artist and art instructor that I am today.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawingThe Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-ink
5 Things I Never Learned In Art School Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-05-16 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this video, I share 5 things that I didn't learn in art school that I probably should have been taught. I thought that I would learn how to draw and paint and be successful as an artist. But, this is not the experience that I had. Perhaps you're curious about art school and what it's like or maybe you're already in art school. Or maybe, you're a graduate of art school. Either way, you'll find this video informative and entertaining.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawingThe Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-ink***
Live Drawing Critique - Gettin Sketchy Season 10 Review Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-05-10 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing critique, we look back on the drawings we created during Season 10 and quickly critique each piece. We choose our favorite drawings and encourage you to choose your favorites as well. Join the chat and join in the discussion as we look back on what we created.
Sketching with Linear Perspective - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-05-03 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Ashley will have 45 minutes to create a drawing that utilizes one of the forms of linear perspective. Ashley may choose 1 point, 2 point, or 3 point perspective to complete the drawing. The creative prompt is "What's the Point?". This drawing is created using graphite pencils and white drawing paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***
Self Portrait Drawing From the Future - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-04-26 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Matt will have 45 minutes to complete a self portrait drawing from the future. The creative prompt is "Back to the Future". In this challenge, the self portrait should depict the subject as older than they currently are. This means that exaggerations are made to the wrinkles, hair, and skin imperfections. This drawing is created using Mars Lumograph Black pencils and white charcoal on gray drawing paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Mars Lumograph Black Pencils - amzn.to/422TAnlWhite Charcoal Pencils - amzn.to/3Lu1QY2Gray Drawing Paper - amzn.to/3Hh6zcS
Scratchboard Sketch - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-04-20 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Ashley will have 45 minutes to complete a scratchboard drawing of dice. The creative prompt is "Scratch That Itch". Scratchboard or scrapeboard is an art-making medium in which ink is removed with a sharp tool, revealing a light value (usually white). In this type of art, the artist must think in reverse, scratching out the highlights, while leaving the darker tones. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Scratchboard Paper - amzn.to/41lWjrMScratchboard Tools - amzn.to/41mZVdb
Watermelon and Apple Mash Up Drawing - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-04-12 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Matt will have 45 minutes to complete a drawing that combine two fruits into one cohesive drawing. In this case, a watermelon and an apple are drawn as one drawing. The creative prompt is "Fruit Loop". This drawing is created with pastels and pastel pencils on PastelMat Paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Rembrandt Pastels - amzn.to/3mnRgIrPastel Pencils - amzn.to/3MCEr7tPastelMat Paper - amzn.to/401QNcy
Improving Drawing Speed - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-03-29 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Ashley will have 45 minutes to complete 3 drawings of the same object (in this case, a wrench). The first drawing will be timed to just 1 minute. The second drawing will be timed to 5 minutes. The third drawing will be timed to 30 minutes. The creative prompt is "3 Ways". This drawing exercise challenges the artist to consider what details to include and which to leave out. These drawings are created with graphite drawing pencils on white drawing paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Graphite Drawing Pencils - amzn.to/41Zq5mXSketch Paper - amzn.to/3LWAkmF
Realistic Drawing with Mixed Media - Avocado - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-03-16 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Matt will have 45 minutes to complete a drawing that fools the eye. The purpose of this drawing is to create the illusion that the avocado is actually on the surface. The creative prompt is "My Eyes Don't Lie". This drawing exercise challenges the artist to think about the positioning of the subject within the picture plane and materials that can be used to create this illusion. This drawing is created using graphite drawing pencils, PanPastels, pastels, colored pencils, Posca markers and alcohol-based markers on toned sketch paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Graphite Drawing Pencils - amzn.to/41Zq5mXToned Sketch Paper - amzn.to/3lgbweoPrismacolor Colored Pencils - amzn.to/3lhj0xIPanPastels - amzn.to/3yFD2oHPastels - amzn.to/3JGKtlOAlcohol-Based Markers - amzn.to/3ZQaKDZPosca Markers - amzn.to/409KYu1
Drawing Upside Down - Figure Drawing with Pencil - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-03-09 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Ashley will have 45 minutes to complete a figure drawing by using a photo reference positioned upside down. The creative prompt is "Upside Down". This drawing exercise forces the artist to isolate lines, values, and textures and draw them the way they are observed. This drawing is created using graphite drawing pencils on white drawing paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Graphite Drawing Pencils - amzn.to/41Zq5mXStrathmore Drawing Paper - amzn.to/3ymkUA1
Drawing an Octopus with Posca Markers - 4 Values - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-03-02 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Matt will have 45 minutes to complete a drawing of an Octopus with Posca Markers that uses only four values or tones. The creative prompt is "Less is More". This drawing is created using Posca paint markers on gray Strathmore Drawing Paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Posca Paint Markers - amzn.to/3kHgoZxStrathmore Gray Sketch Paper - amzn.to/3Y4OS60
Drawing with Non-Traditional Tools - Stamp Pad Art - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-02-23 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Ashley will have 45 minutes to complete a drawing using non-traditional drawing tools. The creative prompt is "Not Your Average Pen". This drawing is created using a stamp pad and a traditional eraser found at the end of a pencil. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Stamp Pad (Black Ink) - amzn.to/3SBxUeB
Drawing with Tones and Values - No Lines - Gettin Sketchy Live Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-02-16 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing exercise, Matt will have 45 minutes to complete a drawing based off of a creative prompt voted on by YouTube users. The creative prompt is "Don't Give Me No Lines", which means that Matt will create a drawing that does not use any lines - only values and colors. This drawing is created with soft pastels on gray Ingres paper. Tune in and draw along during the live broadcast.***Materials used (the following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you)...Rembrandt Pastels - amzn.to/3jSFbtzGray Ingres Paper - amzn.to/3YPKKaT
The #1 Secret to Drawing Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-01-31 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***Drawing is a skill that anyone can learn, but there are several bits of knowledge that are especially important in being successful. In this video, I share the #1 secret to drawing. It is so simple and easy. Once you know this secret to drawing and implement it into your practice, you can draw anything and do it well.***Reference photo for this drawing exercise...youtube.com/channel/UCULpiAa8nIl_e68y59VYjHQ/community?lb=UgkxWFoESN5-9yxnzAFznD8Wt0ejs19uoJnj***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsRealistic Pencil Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/realistic-pencil-drawingPencil Drawing - The Guide to Graphite - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pencil-drawing-the-guide-to-graphiteThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***
Landscape Drawing with Oil Pastels Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-01-18 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***Learn how to draw a landscape with oil pastels in this video taken from 7 recorded lessons. In this drawing, we use Cray Pas oil pastels and Sennelier oil pastels on Canson Mi-Teintes pastel paper. ***Related Drawing Courses...The Oil Pastel Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-oil-pastel-courseAnimals with Pastels - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/animals-with-pastels25 Days to Better Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***Materials Used (The following links are affiliate links which means that we make a small commission if you purchase)...Sennelier Oil Pastels - amzn.to/3Hd7o77Cray Pas Expressionist oil pastels - amzn.to/3ZIMALWCanson Mi-Teintes Pastel Paper - amzn.to/3QMqYtQ
Landscape Drawing with Charcoal Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-01-10 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***Learn how to draw a landscape with charcoal on white drawing paper in this time lapse video. Use vine charcoal, compressed charcoal, and charcoal pencils to add tone. Use a kneaded eraser and vinyl erasers to remove charcoal to create a full range of value. ***Related Drawing Courses...The Charcoal Drawing Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-charcoal-drawing-course25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***
Live Drawing Critique - Gettin Sketchy Season 9 Review Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2023-01-05 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live drawing critique, we look back on the drawings we created during Season 9 and quickly critique each piece. We choose our favorite drawings and encourage you to choose your favorites as well. Join the chat and join in the discussion as we look back on what we created.
How to Draw a Pineapple with Pen and Ink and Markers - Live Drawing Exercise Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-12-22 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw a pineapple with pen and ink and markers. Use line to describe the contours and add color with markers. This drawing is completed in real-time within 45 minutes. Draw along-side and create the sketch with us.***Related Drawing Courses...The Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-inkLine and Wash - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/line-and-wash25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Staedtler Ink Pens - amzn.to/3YxObn8Prismacolor Markers - amzn.to/3Vepo4S
How to Draw an Acorn with Charcoal - Live Drawing Exercise Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-12-15 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw an acorn with white and black charcoal on gray paper. Start loosely and gradually build up value relationships and details. This drawing is completed in real-time within 45 minutes. Draw along-side and create the sketch with us.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Charcoal Drawing Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-charcoal-drawing-courseThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Strathmore Toned Gray Paper - amzn.to/3hnwxliWhite Charcoal Pencils - amzn.to/3iXxYaBCharcoal Pencils - amzn.to/3PtxeGcVine Charcoal - amzn.to/3j3tyz2
Cafe Terrace - Live Drawing Exercise - Pen and Ink and Markers Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-12-08 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw a cafe terrace with pen and ink. Pen and ink is applied to drawing paper in this timed drawing exercise and color is added with markers. This drawing is completed in real-time within 45 minutes. Draw along-side and create the sketch with us.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-inkLine and Wash - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/line-and-wash***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Pigment Liner Pens - amzn.to/3TH7hnjPrismacolor Alchohol-based Markers - amzn.to/3GCBIIt
How to Draw a Plane - Live Drawing Exercise - Ink with Markers Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-11-24 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw a plane with pen and ink with markers. Gray scale markers and drawing pens are used to develop a drawing of a plane in this timed drawing exercise. This drawing is completed on marker paper within 45 minutes. Pen and ink applications are applied for the contours with toning by the markers.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-inkLine and Wash - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/line-and-wash***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Pigment Liner Pens - amzn.to/3TH7hnjPrismacolor Alchohol-based Markers - amzn.to/3GCBIItCanson Marker Paper - amzn.to/3gvuJGx
Live Drawing Exercise - Draw a Bee with Mixed Media Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-11-17 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw a bee with mixed media. Black marker, drawing pens and gouache (opaque watercolor) are used to develop a drawing of a bee in this timed drawing exercise. This drawing is completed on orange paper within 45 minutes.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawingCreative Mixed Media - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/creative-mixed-mediaLine and Wash - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/line-and-wash***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Pigment Liner Pens - amzn.to/3TH7hnjBlack Marker - amzn.to/3GfV8meGouache (Opaque Watercolor) - amzn.to/3tz9Ahz
Live Drawing Exercise - Drawing Chains with Charcoal Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-11-09 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw chains with white charcoal on black paper. Use blending tools to smooth transitions of value. Add the highlights with white charcoal and leave open spaces for the shadows. This is a timed drawing drawing exercise that is presented live - in real-time. This drawing is completed in 45 minutes. ***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawingThe Charcoal Drawing Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-charcoal-drawing-course***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)General's White Charcoal Pencils - amzn.to/3UC5513Artagain Black Drawing Paper - amzn.to/3UAU9kq
Live Drawing Exercise - Drawing a Bird with Colored Pencils Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-11-02 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw a Cockatiel bird with colored pencils. This is a timed drawing drawing exercise that is presented live - in real-time. This drawing is completed in 45 minutes. ***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawings3 Little Birds with Colored Pencils - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/3-little-birds-with-colored-pencilsThe Colored Pencil Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-colored-pencil-coursePencils on Polyester - A Different Way to Colored Pencil - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pencils-on-polyester-a-different-way-to-colored-pencil***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils - amzn.to/3NqzBc1
Live Drawing Exercise - Poppy Flower with Pen and Ink and Watercolor Markers Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-10-26 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw a poppy flower with pen and ink. Add color with watercolor markers and activate the applications with water and a brush to turn the drawing into a watercolor painting. Learn line and wash techniques and draw alongside as the art is created in real-time. Staedtler pigment liners are used on hot press watercolor paper. ***Related Drawing Courses...Line and Wash Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/line-and-washSubjects with Pen and Ink - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/subjects-with-pen-and-inkThe Pen and Ink Experience - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-pen-and-ink-experienceThe Watercolor Workshop - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-watercolor-workshop***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Staedtler Pigment Liners - amzn.to/3W2wtqBWinsor and Newton Promarker Watercolor Markers - amzn.to/3FrvVEKCanson Hot Press Watercolor Paper - amzn.to/3Fkid6LGrumbacher Goldenedge Watercolor Brushes - amzn.to/3N6L5kT
Live Drawing Exercise - Polar Bear with Pastels Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-10-19 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, learn how to draw a polar bear with pastels in just 45 minutes. This is a timed drawing exercise. Watch, learn, and draw along side.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsAnimals with Pastels - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/animals-with-pastelsThe Oil Pastel Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-oil-pastel-course3 Little Birds with Colored Pencils - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/3-little-birds-with-colored-pencils***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Winsor and Newton Pastels - amzn.to/3Tm3mNhDerwent Pastel Pencils - amzn.to/3VJNAxtCarbOthello Pastel Pencils - amzn.to/3CtJGzZCanson Mi-Teintes Paper (Black) - amzn.to/3s9wnzL
Live Drawing - Fly with Pastels Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-10-12 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, Matt creates a drawing of a fly with pastels and pastel pencils on PastelMat paper within 45 minutes in this timed drawing exercise.***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsAnimals with Pastels - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/animals-with-pastelsThe Oil Pastel Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-oil-pastel-course3 Little Birds with Colored Pencils - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/3-little-birds-with-colored-pencils***Materials used... (The following links are affiliate links which means we make a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Rembrandt Pastels -amzn.to/3yAwQ1JConte a Paris Pastel Pencils -amzn.to/3SZwvgYCarbOthello Pastel Pencils - amzn.to/3CtJGzZPastelMat Paper - amzn.to/3Mqsq2W
The Best Colored Pencils? Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-10-05 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***What are the BEST colored pencils? Prismacolor Premier, Faber-Castell Polychromos, and Caran d'Ache Luminance pencils are some of the most popular professional colored pencils. But which brand is the best for you? In this video, I provide an answer and it may not be what you expect.***Related Drawing Courses...The Colored Pencil Course - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-colored-pencil-course3 Little Birds with Colored Pencils - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/3-little-birds-with-colored-pencilsPencils on Polyester - A Different Way to Colored Pencil - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pencils-on-polyester-a-different-way-to-colored-pencil***
Secret Weapon for Pencil Drawing Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-09-20 | Video courses, ebooks, live art instruction, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course videos and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***Powdered graphite allows an artist to create smooth transitions of value and shading without visible pencil lines and without having to smudge with a finger. When powdered graphite is used in a drawing, the artist can use the eraser as a mark-making tool for lighter values, while still using the pencil for darker tones. This helps to encourage the development of a full range of value in the drawing. ***Related Drawing Courses...25 Days to Better Drawings - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/25-days-to-better-drawingsRealistic Pencil Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/realistic-pencil-drawingPencil Drawing - The Guide to Graphite - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/pencil-drawing-the-guide-to-graphiteThe Secrets to Drawing - thevirtualinstructor.com/members/the-secrets-to-drawing***
Live Drawing Critique - Gettins Sketchy Season 8 Review Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-08-24 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, we look back on the drawings we created during Season 8 and quickly critique each piece. We also choose our favorites and encourage you to choose your favorites as well. Join the chat and join in the discussion as we look back on what we created.
Live Drawing - Architectural Rendering with Charcoal Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-08-17 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, we draw architecture - and architectural landscape with charcoal on white drawing paper. This drawing exercise is to be completed within a 45 minute time frame. Join us as we draw and provide some fun drawing instruction along the way.
Live Drawing - Motorcycle with White Charcoal on Black Paper Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-08-10 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, we draw a motorcycle and rider with white charcoal on black drawing paper. This is a timed drawing exercise (with instruction) with a goal of completion within 45 minutes.
Live Drawing - Snail Drawing with Pen and Ink Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-07-27 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, we draw a snail with pen and ink on white drawing paper. Watch, learn, and draw alongside as we develop this pen and ink drawing in real time.
Live Drawing - Light Bulb Still Life Drawing with Markers and Inks Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-07-20 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, we draw a light bulb with markers, white inks, and ink pens on gray toned paper. This drawing is completed live within a 45 minute time frame. Join in the fun and discussion while learning how to use various drawing media.
Live Drawing - Portrait with Colored Pencils Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-07-13 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, we draw a portrait with colored pencils from a black and white photo reference. This is a timed drawing lesson and exercise. The artist has 45 minutes to complete the drawing.
Live Drawing - Lime Still Life with Markers, Colored Pencils and Gouache Drawing & Painting - The Virtual Instructor 2022-07-06 | Video courses, live instruction, ebooks, lesson plans and more...thevirtualinstructor.com/members***Free course video and ebooks...thevirtualinstructor.com/members/newsletter-signup***In this live episode, we draw a a lime slice with colored pencils, markers and gouache on yellow-green paper. Watch and learn as this drawing is developed live within 45 minutes.
