Art Journal: Basic Strokes and Abstract Experiments

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Sketchbook page filled with a variety of mark making techniques in black ink. There are examples of long, short, uneven, weaving, curved, scribbling, and flowing hatching, as well as swatches that use experimental combinations.

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Basic Strokes and Abstract Experiments

Note to self: loosen your DEATH GRIP on the pen!!!

✍🏻

Really enjoying learning from Alphonso Dunn’s book Pen and Ink Drawing. He demonstrates drawing techniques in a way that’s finally clicking into place for me.

So far I’ve mostly been copying his mark making examples straight from the book. I look forward to applying the techniques to my own drawings as I grow in confidence. 😍

If you enjoy video learning be sure to check out Alphonso Dunn’s YouTube channel too! 👀

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