A nagging question poses itself, at the start of class: "What should I draw?" Instead of an easy answer, I address methods to begin, guiding them through lines of perspective; how to render light and shadow; and the basics of composition. When it comes time to choose the objects to include, or what part of the room to draw, it is up to them to decide.
Usually, it is the first thing they see. Whether I set up a still-life, or we draw at a bustling train terminal, there is something that grabs their eye. This focal point not only draws us into the work, but it also has a calming influence. Learning to wield a pencil is hard enough. When there are too many objects to draw, or too many details to capture, eyes dart around, and sensory overload turns to panic. So instead of telling them what to draw, I simply ask, "What attracts your attention?"
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