Foundations Of Drawing: The Complete Beginner'S Course 1

Begin your drawing from zero and build a strong foundation with step-by-step lessons in the essential drawing skills.

What you'll learn

Master basic drawing tools and techniques for confident line control and shading.

Understand and apply the principles of light, shadow, and value in your drawings.

Create the illusion of three-dimensional form using shading techniques.

Build a solid foundation in drawing geometric shapes, setting the stage for more advanced art techniques.

Develop the ability to observe and analyze objects, applying these skills to enhance your own practice.

Requirements

No prior drawing experience is needed — this course is perfect for complete beginners.

A pencil (EE or 14B scale recommended), Drawing paper or sketchbook, A regular eraser, A gum eraser.

Description

Foundations of Drawing: The Complete Beginner's Course 1This course is designed for anyone who wants to start drawing but doesn’t know where to begin. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn all the essential fundamentals — the must-know basics — that form the foundation of strong and confident drawing skills.In this course, you will explore:How to control and use lines to create valueUnderstanding light, shadow, and valueHow to create the illusion of form using shadingDrawing basic dimensional geometric shapesSimple, practical methods to build skills from the ground upOur focus is on helping you build a solid understanding of drawing fundamentals — starting completely from zero. We break down complex concepts into clear, easy-to-follow lessons designed to strengthen your visual awareness, observational skills, and technical ability through structured practice and demonstration. You’ll also learn how to practice on your own effectively.No prior experience is needed — this course is made for total beginners.All you need are a few simple tools to get started — no expensive materials required. We’ll begin with an introduction to the essential tools to prepare you before diving into the lessons.By the end of this course, you’ll have the foundational knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to move forward into more advanced drawing techniques and subjects with clarity and control.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction & Preparation

Lecture 1 Introduction to Tools & Preparation

Section 2: Foundations of Drawing & Shading

Lecture 2 Lines & Shading Basic

Lecture 3 Creating Shading

Section 3: Shading & Dimensional Form

Lecture 4 Shading & Anatomy of Light and Shadow

Lecture 5 Drawing Dimensional Forms with Spheres

Beginners with no drawing experience,Anyone who wants to build strong drawing fundamentals,Self-taught artists looking to improve basic skills,Hobbyists who enjoy drawing and want to learn properly