8 Steps to Translate Photos into Drawngs!

[@didactylos2]

I am essentially still a photo copyist, this has helped me to realise it’s time be be bolder

[@stephentraversart]

It’s a revolutionary realisation. Onwards and upwards for you!😀

[@wendiebs]

Ahhh....excellent! I sketch to watercolor, from photo. These piints are so helpful! Thanks!

[@pamperkins7256]

So many good examples that clearly show us what you are teaching! Thank you.

[@jayasingh2739]

Thanks for the lesson. I'd love to see more of these lessons

[@stephentraversart]

I have over 1000 videos, so there are plenty more for you. 😀

[@johndurran614]

Lovely varied examples

[@stephentraversart]

Thanks John😀

[@travisabe-thomas4129]

Thank you for the tips and insights!

[@stephentraversart]

You are so welcome!😀

[@michelelaconto5348]

Thank you for this! It’s something that I never thought about using photo references. I crop photos, but never realized many of the other things you pointed out.

[@eddienew2044]

Another excellent exposition of how to improve our drawing experience and results.

[@TJRostas]

Thanks!

[@stephentraversart]

Thanks Thomas. That’s generous of you. 😀

[@karincarter5489]

I like the bit where you have no borders ! I haven't ever considered that !! Very thought provoking as always 😊

[@richontheroad2711]

Another great lesson! Thanks.

[@verdedoodleduck]

Great subject. I always feel a tad guilty when I deviate from the reference significantly. One idea: if you have a digitized photo you can also (with the proper software - some of which is free) turn it b&w and/or export is as a low-res jpeg [does a visual abstraction for you to compare and ponder] to see different aspects of the drawing. I find in my drawings, the edges make a huge difference visually overall. I do find that if I have defined edges it can require a lot of reworking to blend them if you intend to repurpose it (e.g. put it on a t-shirt). Thank You!

[@stephentraversart]

Let me declare you officially free, Scott, from being bound by the photo. Time to let your creativity fly. 😀

[@carefreedelight2355]

So, is what you are saying that we should print out the same pictures in different tones so we can see the picture more clearly, or even change it.

[@stephentraversart]

That’s one of the 8 points, yes. We could just play around with the values digitally and print the effect we like best. 😀

[@zoma6581]

If one deaws a piece following your suggestions and lessons, can one show you for a review? If yes, how?

[@stephentraversart]

I do review (critique) drawings, but this is something I charge for, as I earn my living from my art. If you contact me through my website I can tell you the details if you’re interested further. (www.stephentraversart.com)

[@zoma6581]

@@stephentraversart thanks! I will get back to you through the website.

[@zoma6581]

​@@stephentraversart Thanks! I will get back to you through the website.

[@Adityakumar-vg2me]

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