Sketchbook drawing

(C) 2019 Dale DiMauro

It is wonderful to carry around a sketchbook and record what inspires you or draw imaginary landscapes. You can look back through the pages and see the progress an artist makes over a period of time. As individuals we develop the ability to see the world in a different light.

In the past I have made progress capturing the human head. This year my emphasis is on the whole human body. Depicting the whole human body with correct proportions while it moves requires a lot of practice. Many artists stay away from the human figure but I embrace it.

Lately I have been drawing on a daily basis, both in ink and in pencil. There is something amazing about using a fountain pen. With some practice you develop a fluidity which I believe the human body expresses. While a pen communicates through a series of lines a pencil can capture the gradations of our body mass and facial expressions.

This is exciting stuff. If you have not used a sketchbook you might consider purchasing one. Using a sketchbook forces you to notice the world around you and concentrate on a specific subject.