Still Life Drawing - Introduction to Drawing techniques

Beginners level - We will learn how to draw different shades.

All you will need for this class is a pencil and several sheets of paper / a sketchbook of some kind. If you prefer to draw with pen or charcoal - all the better :)

Your Drawing Kit -

Before you begin, you need to check around your home to see what you have before going to the shop. 

Gather everything ie pencils etc into one box or drawer where you can keep your drawing kit together. This will make it easier for your to practice new techniques by having everything in one place :)

Sketch Pad / Paper

Pencils - look for a set that includes a variety of pencils labeled with H (Hard) and B (Blackness). Graphites pencils

Charcoal pencils - a charcoal pencil offers a familiar feel and provides you with a lot of control over your marks. Even in this more structured form, it can be manipulated to create an array of rich and dark tones, as well as thin lines and bold ones.

Sharpening Tools - Any sharpener will do, the sharper the point the better your work 

Optional Items - A ruler for a straght line, a compass for a perfect circle