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Susan Yeates, Artist/Introduction to Drawing 3D Shapes
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Introduction to Drawing 3D Shapes

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This FREE mini-course with Susan shows you exactly how to draw some of the most important and basic 3D shapes - cubes, spheres, cylinders and cones. The course is broken down into several bite-sized modules and includes photos and step-by-step videos of the stages to drawing realistic 3D shapes as well as explanatory videos. Great for beginners to drawing or those needing a little refresher.
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A FREE Online Sketching Course

This FREE mini-course with Susan shows you exactly how to draw some of the most important and basic 3D shapes - cubes, spheres, cylinders and cones.

The course is broken down into several bite-sized modules and includes photos, step-by-step descriptions and videos of the stages to drawing realistic 3D shapes.

Why draw 3D shapes?

Depicting 3D shapes on the page can be a challenge to most people starting out with drawing (and even the most experienced). Getting a flat piece of paper to look like it stands out is a real skill that is handy for any artist.

By the end of the course

After completing this course you will be comfortable drawing the basic shapes of a cube, sphere, cylinder and cone in pencil. From here you can then develop your skills further and look to draw other objects and items with more confidence and technical skill.

Who is This Course For?

This is an easy-to-follow course suitable for beginners to drawing and those looking for a refresher in pencil drawing.

It is perfect for anyone who wants to understand the basics of interpreting a 3d shape such as a cube, sphere, cone and cylinder and putting this on paper using pencil. 

Contents

Lessons

Introduction
About Susan
Lesson 1: Drawing 3D shapes
Lesson 2: Step-by-step cube tutorial
Lesson 3: Drawing 3D shapes - sphere, cone and cylinder
Exercise: Your turn
Keep drawing!
Time to Get Inspired....

Materials Required

You need a few basic drawing materials to join this course. These include smooth white paper or a sketchbook and a small range of pencils including 2B and 4B.

Hi there, I’m Susan

Sketchbook mentor, art shop raider and pencil hoarder

When I’m not teaching, running my pottery cafe in Woking, writing books about sketching, or talking about all things creative, I’m busy being a mama to my very strong-willed daughter, dancing Salsa, practicing yoga, or sewing my own (often lovely, occasionally terrible) clothes. 

So, believe me when I say I get it - life’s full-on busy! It’s why my own creativity has fluctuated over the years. And it’s what inspired me to create this space for you. So that amid life's beautiful, messy chaos, your sketchbook practice remains as easy, accessible, and constant as possible. 

Let’s keep it simple. Let’s just sketch for the love of sketching, shall we? 
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Frequently asked questions

You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers.

How long do I have access to the course?

Forever! Once you've enrolled you'll have access to the course material for as long as you need. So devour it all in one weekend or take things slow. It's your choice!

I still have a question, how can I contact you?

I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have. Send me an email at info@magenta-sky.com.

What materials do I need to study the course?

To study this course you only need a handful of materials, including a sketchbook, a 2B and 4B pencil, erasers, pencil sharpener etc. 

I've never done any drawing before - is this course suitable for me?

Absolutely! The course is perfectly suitable for beginners to drawing as it shows some really simple techniques that can be followed step-by-step. If you can hold a pencil, you can do this course! The focus is on having fun with sketching.