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OverviewCreate a drawing made only of lines. These contour lines should define the shape of objects as well as define the surface quality of the object. Notice how the lines on the petals in the picture to the left show the curvature of petals. Lines may have a variety of weights and qualities but avoid any shading. Once you have a complete and complex drawing that shows surface contour and detail through line, enhance your drawing with color, collage, realistic rendering, etc. View the gallery below and submit a sketch before beginning this project.
A contour line drawing is deliberately and slowly executed. It defines edges, including planes, interior, and exterior edges. Lines are not sketchy and usually show details. The purpose of contour drawing is to emphasize the mass and volume of the subject rather than the detail; the focus is on the outlined shape of the subject and not the minor details. |