Drawing I: "The Old Barrel"

A classic exercise in ink drawing, "The Old Barrel" introduces Drawing I students to the essential techniques of ink pen hatching, where value, contrast, and gradation are built up through the careful layering of solid ink lines. This process teaches control and precision while encouraging students to think critically about light, shadow, and form. By mastering hatching, students gain the ability to create depth and dimension in their work, transforming simple lines into complex compositions. This exercise prepares students for their final project: an ink drawing based on their own photographs.


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