Learn to Draw #10 - Proportion Basics
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Proportions are one of the most difficult and challenging aspects of drawing to learn. In this video, I start with the basics and simplify.
Measuring techniques are going to be your biggest friend when it comes to determining proportions of any object or set of objects. The easiest way to understand proportions is by determining height and width of each object and comparing these to each other. Getting these basic measurements as close as possible to reality is going to be the key to creating more realistic sketches and drawings.
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Something I kinda realized was that the more episodes he makes, the less views the next one gets, and I think this is interesting bc it shows how many people are dedicated to learning these skills
@Ripleycat
2 жыл бұрын
It might also be that people come to just find out about proportion (like I did), for example, and they might not need help with the other aspects of learning to draw. But I subscribed to his channel because he's a good teacher. I already feel more confident moving forward in my beginner Botanical Illustration class.
@gitongawanjau2266
2 жыл бұрын
what's most surprising is how many moms are forcing their kid to watch these vids
I was great at drawing when i was a kid. But my parents beat it out of me and got me to study 'Science' to be a Doctor. Today am not a doctor because they couldnt afford med school. Am jobless. Am into programming now though. Found this channel, and am gonna try to get back my talent!!
@BigSavageG
5 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear about your braindead family that wanted to destroy your passion. Keep going what you love doing! Peace!
@santodkewl
4 жыл бұрын
Stupid family u got just like mine
@ratherbfishing455
4 жыл бұрын
I think parents want their kids to succeed. You could have gone into physical therapy assistant or nursing and worked your way up. I know people who have done that. My cousin wanted to teach art history after being accepted to med school. He chose the medical field and art as a hobby, so he could have a good retirement.
@theseangle
4 жыл бұрын
@@ratherbfishing455 agreed with your friend
@lindaflorentino77
3 жыл бұрын
Nurudeen Abdul-Karim Mashaa Allah, same here, keep going, pursue your dream.
You have an incredible teaching technique. I've watched many tutorials on various mediums and sketching. None has left me with a great finished product. Thanks
I am really glad I found this channel...not only did I seriously start drawing but, today, just at my third sketch i thought: Damn, that DOES look like the handle of my coffee mug (AND it was at a tricky angle partially covered by the body of the mug). Brandon be praised!
@Bubble-jf6xk
6 жыл бұрын
Psmythe Wooster I can't even Draw a 🐈
@FearzEnemy
6 жыл бұрын
you still drawing? i cant be damned to commit
@rxzeoh406
5 жыл бұрын
Im average at drawing
You are a good and patient teacher. I plan to learn all I can from you. I enjoy listening to your voice and your attention to detail. No hurry. Just good art. Thank you.
@SchaeferArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words :) Hope you find the videos helpful!
Hi, I am 56 and this is first time trying to draw in those CORONA days. It is unbelievable that this is 10th lesson and I can draw very good. Thanks for your lessons
@jackyoung8354
4 жыл бұрын
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@Drifters-jz2dv
2 жыл бұрын
hey
hi man thanks for your videos for long as remembered i always want to learn how to draw right now im 22 .... i search for tortrials but none of that was usful for me but 2 months ago i find your videos and start learning ، you try to explain so easy to all us to understand ، i hope i don't give up and continue your training to the end
I know it's been said already but I love your videos, I just started to draw (After not doing so for about 6 years) and your videos are great to follow
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated! :) Glad you find them helpful.
I'm really bad at drawing in proportions, I'm glad I found this video, when you said 'tick marks' I think I found the key, thank you for simplifying the difficult one, this is really helpful.
Thank you very much for sharing your time, talent and your art with Us. So precious. Watching you from the other side of the world Morocco
@SchaeferArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! How is it in Morocco, I'd love to come there one day :)
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@Aep.shivaa
3 жыл бұрын
Yea sure you helped me out a lot i mean a lot..
I’m in 8th grade and I’m trying to learn to draw. I didn’t qualify for drawing 1 so I came here. Your videos have really helped me learn the basics. Thanks! 👍🤗
I think I finally understand however you should do a video on measuring proportion with your pencil a lot people don't understand this technique. Do you draw on your sketch what do you with the extra lines?
Even after six years its still the best video for beginners in KZread 🥰❤️
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I like your way of teaching portions . It helps me so much.
Love how you segment the knowledge required to make it easier to absorb!
Thank you, very good tutorials for exactly the things I mess up most on. I'm practicing realism in order to simplify and come up with a more child friendly cartoonish style, and all these things matter so much!
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I am a beginner, So enjoying your lessons. I have trouble beginning a tree sketch. Am interested in landscape..
@Exists604
4 жыл бұрын
Me too just a beginner
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4 жыл бұрын
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@wombat_pickle1674
3 жыл бұрын
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@thuthitsar4373
3 жыл бұрын
Well i m 11 and i JUST started drawing
@learneralllife2840
3 жыл бұрын
May be start off understanding Perspective
found this very useful and well explained, thanks once again 😊
@SchaeferArt
8 жыл бұрын
+Julia Elston No problem!
thank you so much for these new drawing videos.. These are really helpful
@SchaeferArt
8 жыл бұрын
+Ali Tariq For sure!
Where are your painting tutorials..Love the way you explain everything...
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@SchaeferArt
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped, keep going!
I made it this far, I feel obligated to subscribe. Most all of this stuff has been refresher, although I have learned the odd thing, but my endgoal is to learn how to paint. I just realized this is your specialty. Watch as all your videos go up a view... lol Thanks for the content man. Quality stuff.
learn to draw #10 and ive already improved soooo much wow thank you!!
Real good video! Very useful and informative
I SEE YOUR ALL SERIES PART AND IN THE PART#9 I MAKE CUP LIKE YOU AND DONT BELIVE I MAKE A REALISTIC CUP SOMETHING LIKE I LIKE YOUR TEACHING THAT IMPROVED MY SKETCH THANKS
Very new to watercolor and need to know how to draw. Have gotten so much from your videos. Thanks. Peace.
Iv just found you and I’m enjoying your videos 🙏🏾
@SchaeferArt
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that
Great video! Helped me a lot. Please keep it up
@SchaeferArt
8 жыл бұрын
+Powhatan Lacrosse Will do! Have any video requests or anything you have trouble with?
I completely understand your explaining proportions...thanks
I think I finally understand however you should a video on measuring proportion with a pencil. Do your draw on your sketch what to do with the extra lines?
Im happy I found this channel its so helpfull
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear 😊
Good information!
Thank you so much 🙏
This video was really helpful to me and I was able to really see how important sketching proportions is before putting down the final lines on the paper -Kelsi
@SchaeferArt
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear :)
awesome advice. I never thought I would use the pencil that way to measure things and then draw...
Im really happy i found this video thank you
Great lesson
thank u so much for making this video, really helped !!:)
you have a good voice and you can teach art
There's a tool that architects use to take proportional measure by eye, like you do with the pencil and your fingertip. I don't know what that's called, but it looks like an X that has the middle adjustable. So you could open one end of it, take a measure and put the other end of it to your canvas/paper and it will be larger or smaller, but like by the same factor every time. It really helps.
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
Yes I know what you mean, it is a proportional divider. These can be useful for sure. It depends on your goals as well - for instance, for me personally.. a tool like that would hinder my ability to make correct judgements using my eye in the long run so I don't really use them. I tend to make a judgement, draw it and then only measure to check myself. But everyone is different :) and that's the beauty.
@yCherkashin
5 жыл бұрын
@@SchaeferArt relying on a crutch is detrimental to skill building, yes; but having a way to check yourself, a guide is essential for deliberate practice, wouldn't you agree? EDIT: damn, re-reading your answer this is basically what you said :)
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
@@yCherkashin You said it much better than I did haha! :)
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Can u plz do a bit on pencil portraits. Specifically eyes. pretty please good Sir.
Keep it up!!!
thanks man
Will you go over proportion in respect to distance or space in between object. Or proportion regarding angle or view perspective (I have so much trouble with this)
@SchaeferArt
8 жыл бұрын
+mysteryelle13 I can do that. Elaborate a little more on what you mean if you could, that way I can make a video that fully covers your difficulty.
@onceevery4years
8 жыл бұрын
Say if I had a camera and I angle it at a certain degree. Like instead of just looking at something head on (straight)…I'm looking at a view from a tilt above or of a tilt below like a diagonal angle. If I want my drawing to be recognizable proportionally the front of the object gives the illusion of being bigger while the back object is kind of downsized (although this also depends on the view of the object; it being diagonal from the back or diagonal from the front)…I don't know if this is clear But how would I be able to draw that effectively? I apologize, I would understand this being a confusing explanation, it's cool if you don't understand me.
@zdesigns2802
6 жыл бұрын
I think what he is talking about is Foreshortening
I was "going to bed" at 9. Its 9:45 i have my notebook and pencil out and im watch your videos...
and you are a good artist
@SchaeferArt
3 жыл бұрын
THank you :)
Thank youuu
Thanks bro
Can you use a photo to show the perspective so it will help me to view what I see and how perspective works 🙏🏾
@SchaeferArt
2 жыл бұрын
I can't now, the video is posted :(
This was one of the most helpful videos on proportions. Are you on Skillshare?
@SchaeferArt
7 ай бұрын
I am not on skillshare, but I'm glad to hear that :) Should I be on there?
@danal956
7 ай бұрын
I find it to be a really useful platform for learning - it’s usually my go to , maybe something you’d like to consider 😊
@SchaeferArt
6 ай бұрын
@@danal956 I've thought about making some skillshare courses in the past, but never had the time to do it. I might consider it in the near future for sure.
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I think these "proportions" come naturally to you, don't they?
@f23anone82
5 жыл бұрын
No they don't. Or, more precisely it will look unnatural, when you finish the drawing, but not while you're in the process
I've learned so much so far, but i just realized that your body language is saying your nervous . Like when you show your ace on camera, but not so much the first time.
Bless you... :)
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
:)
Thnx.. Can u upload abt body Anatomy
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
Will keep it in mind.
also nice to see that you play
@SchaeferArt
8 жыл бұрын
+Jason Hensley Yeah man, haven't played in a little bit but it is fun for sure.
@jasonhensley6266
8 жыл бұрын
+SchaeferArt I started playing guitar when I was 16 and didn't play for like 4 years and a couple months ago bought another guitar and restarted learning. I love it one of the best choices for a hobby I ever chose. I taught two of my brothers and 1 friend how to play. Good Stuff.
Thanks
@SchaeferArt
3 жыл бұрын
No problem
OK. I just drew my first coffee cup! (Yay me!). I am pretty pleased with it, I must say. I can hardly wait to see what the next 6 look like. I'm doing 7 (a week's worth) of drawings of everything suggested in this Learn to Draw series. By the way, coffee cups are so very much easier than hands. Just sayin'. :-)
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear 😊 draw anything really. But keep it simple in the beginning. Hands are definitely difficult haha.
@davidtorazzi7650
4 жыл бұрын
@@SchaeferArt I tried to draw a hand before and it looked like it was a deads man hand,I mean it was skinny and with long fingers and looked dehydrated. It wasn't what I was looking for but I was happy with the result 'cause it was cool.
You remind me of Shia LeBeouf :D Also nice tutorials :P
@5bitcube
5 жыл бұрын
DO IT!
7:45 the human face is creepy but,thank you!
OK these rules should have been taught well. That and probably distracted!!! This is good!
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Me too
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
Ok
Lesson 9: complete
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May I ask how much exactly Or approximately is 'A lot of practice'
@SchaeferArt
3 жыл бұрын
Everyone is different, so a lot to me could be a little to you. Whatever a lot means to you, that's what it means.
@aditiarya457
3 жыл бұрын
@@SchaeferArt I request can you please tell at least approx I’ll really get an idea and it’ll be very helpful then i can adjust if more is needed or less
@SchaeferArt
3 жыл бұрын
@@aditiarya457 I mean, if you can draw a little bit everyday, like 20-30 mins. That's a great habit to get into doing and you'll improve over time. If there's some days where you can draw for longer - even better. It all depends on what your goals are. It's very personal, so it's hard for me to give advice because everyone has different goals. But hopefully that helps. Just draw more. Stop thinking about it and start doing it :)
@aditiarya457
3 жыл бұрын
@@SchaeferArt Thank you 😊 A lot of support to you and work Keep going :)
Great video, but I think it would be better to actually show those cup and lemon, so we can see real sizes and proportions.
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean but my intent was to illustrate the concepts, so in reality it doesn't matter what the actual proportions are. You can do this with any 2 objects you have laying around in your house. That's what I was trying to show :)
can you use tick marks when drawing portraits?
about these proportions and so-shouldn't it be automatic in our brains? is it not "useles" to explain it like that? because, everybody feels and deep down actually knows that for instance ears are so and so to the face-everybody knows more or less human face....or anything else....I believe this sould be automatic in most cases...isn't it?
Hi im really enjoy your videos and it's really help me so much... I'm enjoy drawing but I'm struggling with face of human can you help me?...
@SchaeferArt
3 жыл бұрын
Possibly
@kowcy06
3 жыл бұрын
@@SchaeferArt 🙂
You have to be proportional about it and that's where we get proportions from © SchaeferArt 3:10 You know. The same thing I heard about coding. You have to understand what these things do to understand those algorithms. Being honest, this thing makes me think that it is not even a tutorial. You basically say "If you want to understand proportions you have to understand proportions first". I'm not saying that this video is bad, actually, it is very informative... but you should work on how to explain things better. I can see clearly that you can draw and you can understand it well. But tutorials are about being able to share the experience as well, no matter how hard it is to explain. Still, it's ok, don't worry, just keep in mind that there is soil where questions can grow from
@SchaeferArt
5 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean. I’ve been planning a new video on proportions for quite a long time now, it’s just I really want to be able to break it down and explain it in the best way possible. I have some better ideas as far as demonstrating the concept so hopefully it will come out better than this older video. I appreciate your feedback!
can u please tell me the editing software that u used to edit or record the video.... i really wanna give a try please tell me the name
@Jealod24
5 жыл бұрын
VISHU he didn’t edit at all... he just hit record and the posted. Just do a search for how to edit and post videos for proper technique
6:26 :)
6:20 wait is that Smeagle? the golum from Lord Of The Rings?
lol 6:20 its Obama!Is using a ruler considered cheating? I was inspired after watching your first video with the ball.. went out and bought a bunch of stuff and tried to do a 2 point of the barn in my back yard.. Man, do I have questions and problems.. lol I never drew anything before. didn't think could till I found this channel.. do you give lessons? like one on one I mean.. over Skype I guess.. im in Canada.. I cant figure out how to draw a proper roof with the soffit and stuff.. I can get the distances and scales right but the fron of my building looks flat.. o_0cheers
@claire_pumkin3306
7 жыл бұрын
Wilson D in
"this is a quick sketch nothing to complicated, I just roughly sketching it.." Draws the fucking Mona Liza *
@SchaeferArt
4 жыл бұрын
haha not exactly.
I like you
r u my teacher
@SchaeferArt
4 жыл бұрын
Nope, I'm everyone's teacher
@kendrasolomon4657
4 жыл бұрын
@@SchaeferArt yep cause your my teacher to
David de gea
I understand but i'm just bad kus i kant draw eniting that you do🤷♂️
@serialchiller6786
5 жыл бұрын
Just practice kid.. Don't give up
I am only 13 years old. I want to be a mangaka. Can you plz help me out😞😞😞
He told me i have to get the eyes the right size compared to the mouth or it’s not going to look right. Thank goodness this is free... basics indeed
i can smell the graphite from your vid
Do you really need proportions?
@quixzy7113
5 жыл бұрын
Maybe i don't now🤷♂️
I got an art Ad on this video XD I just: HEY IM TRYINA LEARNING PROPORTIONS!! Ad: I will learn you how to draw humans Me: oh ._.
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