Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Draw People Step By Step Home Study Review


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Whenever I look at purchasing a course, no matter what it is, the first thing that I want to determine is how qualified is the created of the course? Or in other words why should I listen to them?

When I discovered that “Draw People Step By Step” was created by Taylor Roy, my interest was immediately raised. I have big fan of his work for several years now and have even purchased his “Figure Drawing Course” that comes as a bonus with this course.

Let me tell you the “Figure Drawing Course” was absolutely amazing, and I would easily pay $47 for that alone.

Taylor Roy has this ability to take a difficult technique and demonstrate it in a way that makes it easy to understand and replicate. The importance of this skill cannot be over rated, especially when you are trying to learn.

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Draw People Step By Step Home Study Review - What Exactly Is This Course?

If you have ever tried to learn from a book you will understand how difficult it can be to try and piece the steps together.

For this reason Taylor Roy has put a lot of effort into creating what I call the “Ultimate Portrait Drawing Package”. It consists of 6 step by step videos and corresponding manuals in PDF format.


Each video has been edited so that you see exactly what Taylor Roy is drawing, and you can watch as the drawing progress and he talks about what he is doing.

The first five lessons focus on the individual facial features so you can master drawing each feature individually before trying to bring them together. I personally found this approach very beneficial, as it gave me a chance to practise each feature without risking messing up my entire drawing.

The biggest things I got from these first five lessons was how to properly shade the eye, and create the height with my noses.

The sixth lesson shows clearly how to bring the features together in one complete drawing. In my opinion this is probably the most important lesson, as it is this lesson that helps your drawing move from a collection of parts to a complete masterpiece.

The final lesson looks at understanding the facial changes that happen as someone’s emotions change. Again this lesson is superb.

So I guess the big question is, is it worth the money?

I would have to say without a doubt yes. Like I mentioned earlier I would have happily paid $47 just for the “Figure Drawing Course” that came as a bonus. But that is just me.

So instead what I will do now is outline the pros and cons so that you can make up your own mind.

Draw People Step By Step Home Study Review - The Pros and Cons

The Pros:

  • When it comes to learning to draw nothing beats watching someone how it is done. This is the only course I have come across where you can watch a professional artist demonstrates how to draw people.
  • The course is so packed with information that regardless of your skill level you will learn a lot from this course.
  • There is literally over 3 hours worth of step by step video that explains everything from the proper way to shade the lips to how to easily layout an ear.
  • There are 6 step by step manuals (over 210 pages in length) that walk you through the entire drawing process for those who want a manual as well.
  • Like I mentioned earlier the bonuses are fantastic and well worth the $47 dollars alone.
  • It is backed up by a full 60 day money back guarantee.

Draw People Step By Step Home Study Course is designed for anyone who is serious about their art and wants to take their drawing to the next level.

In my opinion it doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an experienced artist. This course is definitely the fastest way to improve your skill and start creating drawings you can be proud of.

Unlike other drawing books that require tones of drawing material to get started, you can pick up all you require from you local art or stationary stores for a couple of dollars.

Finally it is worth mentioning that this course is backed by a full 60 day money back guarantee, so if for any reason you don’t like it you can simply get your money back. Oh, and you get to keep the entire course, you couldn’t really ask for a better deal than that.


The Cons:

The only con's I can think of is the size of the download. Obviously because these are videos and not just PDF that you are downloading it can take awhile, but having said that it is worth the wait.

Also they send you an email with the link to the download page in case your computer freezes or you lose the page mid download.

Secondly it is only available via online download and not available in stores. This is a bit of a shame, but once again I do understand.

Conclusions:
Overall, there is no doubt that the “Draw People Step By Step” Home Study Course is widely regarded as the best portrait drawing course available anywhere on the internet.

Having looked at it myself I would have to agree with the consensus and state that it is my favourite product.

I strongly believe that you will never get such great learning material at such a low price again.

So if you are serious about your art you need to get this course.




Sunday, April 15, 2012

How To Sketch Guide Review

    
     Are you searching for the perfect book that teaches you to sketch? If you are frustrated by books bogged down in too much theory, then this book could be your answer!
This is a short review of Kerry Godsall's “How To Sketch” guide.

 


So what exactly is Kerry Godsall's “How To Sketch” guide?

 
   “ How To Sketch” is an easy course for anyone who wants to learn the art of sketching. The Author shares her own methods plus there's tips about drawing and sketching from past artists' experience and knowledge.
   The how to sketch guide explains the simple concept of sketching based on Author's own study, experience and progress.
   Once you are shown the basics, it's a life-changing moment when you see you can create a great sketch with just a few strokes!
   For example, learning how to sketch trees is easier than drawing trees because sketching is drawing simplified!
Illustrations in the eBook show you how to achieve this look - see the example (on right) of how to sketch a branch - it's like trickery with a pencil. 
   This is a fullly downloadable e-book and NOT a physical book. You will gain immediate access to this e-book, straight after your order is processed.


What You'll Learn in this eBook
 

Chapter 1: Sketching With Pencil

Of course, you can use any medium, but this guide's focus is on pencil so you're not procrastinating over which medium to use before you start. 

Chapter 2: Materials

A brief explanation of the few things required. 

Chapter 3: Applying the pencil
The difference between drawing and sketching is sometimes blurred so we discuss that here plus some exercises on how to limber up and get ready. 

Chapter 4: Quality of Pencil Strokes

Tactics you employ to get the best looking sketches.
Find out first what the medium can do, and then learn to do it expressively as you sketch. 

Chapter 5: Direction of Strokes

Taking small steps, we start with the simplest way to put down a sketch. 

Chapter 6: Character of Strokes

Building on what you learn in the previous chapter, you start to create more interest in your sketches.

Chapter 7: Grouping of Strokes

Ideas to further enhance your sketches by revealing which indicators will guide you. 

Chapter 8: Measure with a pencil

The secret to proportion - a technique that you'll use for life.
Once you know this tip, your sketches will always be true. 

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Chapter 9: Sketching Buildings

Examples and ideas of easy ways you can sketch buildings of any kind. 

Chapter 10: Sketching Foliage

Guidelines and illustrations for the best way to recreate nature on paper.

Chapter 11: Sketching Animals

The tips and tricks for sketching animals. 

Chapter 12: Sketching The Figure

We discuss reducing this complicated subject to its simplest form. 

Chapter 13: Light, Shade and Shadows

Delving into the important aspects of light and shade, you learn how to work it into your creations. 

Chapter 14: Sketching Exercises

Fun and easy exercises that introduce more speed into your work. 

Also, for your convenience, there's a Glossary included at the end of the Sketching Book which gives the meanings of common art-related words.

You also receive these FOUR extra books that are complimentary to your artistic success:

Bonus #1

How to make a sketchbook
If you haven't got a spare sketchbook, you can always quickly make one of your own from things just lying around the house. In this book you'll find a really easy step by step process to follow. 

Bonus #2

Drawing and Sketching Tips
A collection of Author's most favorite helpful tips. 

Bonus #3

Illustrations To Copy and Study
More than 60 good-sized drawings and sketches of varied topics from past artists - these are great practice for you to copy and learn from as you go along. 

Bonus #4

How To Draw Step by Step
A step by step drawing book that's great for young and old alike. A definite favorite of mine that I had to share with you. Even though it's actually a 'How To Draw' book, every bit of practice helps you to get those ideas down on paper quickly!



 
   There are numerous ways to create great sketches. We are all different so you are shown various methods used to create a sketch.
   The how to sketch guide gives you a plan to follow, the main point is to start simple and learn the basic steps.
   You don't need to be experienced or talented, once you learn how to sketch, your drawing skills will also evolve and come alive! The book is lightweight reading and you might discover that sketching is just the thing for you. 

 
   The How to Sketch guide (plus all bonus books) is delivered in PDF format, viewable on any computer (PC or Mac) and printable on any printer. This is a downloadable product because that is the fastest way for you to start using the information. It also means the book is cheaper because you don't have to pay for printing and shipping.

   Once your order has been processed, you are granted immediate access to begin downloading your book and FREE bonus material.
   You will receive a receipt of the transaction by Email so make sure your Email address is correctly entered on the order form.
   I do believe the “How To Sketch” guide is well worth the money ($24.75). The volume and quality of the information is excellent, so you will not feel you have wasted your money.


Friday, April 13, 2012

Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery Review

Christopher Sia is the creator of the Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery Home Study Course.

He is a teacher and he taught hundreds of students to draw pencil portraits from beginner to advanced level and has helped his students to achieve their dreams of becoming masters in pencil portrait drawing.


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     So what exactly is Christopher Sia's “Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery” Home-Study Course ?

 
     Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery is a comprehensive guide on how to deal with a small details on human faces. So that your portraits look realistic. Like this


     For the past 5 years Christopher Sia is dealing with drawing portraits and teaching others how to draw as well. This Home-Study Course is product of his work and personal expirience. And he say's that ANYONE can learn to draw a realistic pencil portrait regardless of their current talent, skills, and techniques. So let we see what he means by that... 


What exactly you get when you purchase the course?
 
    When you purchase the course, you receive your own username and login which you will use to log in to the Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery private members only section of the site. The course itself is basically a set of downloadable pdf documents which you then download onto your computer. This means the course is yours to keep. 
 
    Once you have downloaded the files you can either open them and work directly off the computer screen or you can print them out and turn them into a manual. 
 
Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery“ Home-Study Course contains:
  • 5 e-books lessons and 5 process maps
    1. How To Draw A Realistic Eye Like A Master
    2. How to Draw A Realistic Nose Like A Master
    3. How To Draw A Realistic Mouth And Teeth Like A Master
    4 . How To Draw A Realistic Ear Like A Master
    5. How To Draw A Realistic Hair Like A Master


    Then there are also some bonuses that come with this pencil portrait drawing course. The first is a twelve week lesson plan, second is a set of mind maps, third is a collection of reference pictures and lastly is life time updates on any new versions / revisions of the Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery pencil drawing course.

 
    When you get the course I suggest that you start with the 12 week portrait drawing lesson plan. The first few weeks of the plan can actually be completed in a few days as the lessons are quick exercises, but essential if you want to learn how to draw portraits successfully. Especially if you have never drawn before.
After that start with
Lesson #1 : How To Draw A Realistic Eye Like A Master
    First lesson has 55 pages, 127 illustrations and images to show you exactly how to draw a realistic eye with step-by-step well explained descriptions.
To draw a realistic eye, it is important to observe it very closely. Consequently it's imperative that they are drawn correctly and in such a way to convey the feeling of your subject.


 
      Each lesson comes along with a process map, which is essentially a diagram on how to go about attacking the particular feature that you are looking to draw.

 
     Christopher has put in a lot of effort to break down a complex subject into bite sized steps. He then explains to you exactly how to do each step. Each step has multiple photos added to the manual so you are never left wondering what next or how did he do that - a common problem when learning how to draw from a book.

Click here to visit Christopher Sia's “Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery”Official Website
 
    Then move on to the lessons on how to draw the nose, mouth, teeth, ear and hair.


 
    Once you have completed the course and are busy drawing your own portraits, then use the mind maps for each component of the face to remind you of the order and the steps you will need to take to complete the drawing.
  
    Christopher has put in a lot of effort into the course and done a sterling job of explaining it. There are enough high resolution reference photos in the bonus package to keep you drawing for a long time. The mind maps are an excellent idea as they give you a process to follow which makes it a lot easier when drawing a complex subject such as the face.
What are the BAD things about Cristophers’s Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery?
    There is no theoretical background on some basic things like proportion of the head or face. Moreover, each lesson focuses on only a single facial part, instead of varied facial parts to illustrate some facial differences.
    If you want to be able to draw from your mind, this course is not for you – it is strictly useful in drawing from a given photograph. The course also requires some basic skills in being able to trace the contours and features that you’re later going to shade in.

What are the GOD things about Cristophers’s Realistic Pencil Portrait Mastery?
    There are many good tips and tricks on shading and pulling off tricky bits like hair. The process maps give you a birds-eye view of the drawing process and the exercises have some additional beneficial information.
    The reference material will keep you busy for months if you don’t mind drawing celebrities. The facial features pics give you sense of the variation of facial features. The photographs are very large and very crisp – great to draw in other words.

 
    I do believe the course is well worth the money ($47). The volume and quality of the information is excellent, so you will not feel you have wasted your money.

Good luck and happy drawing!