Basic Drawing - Shading not Outlines - How to be great at Drawing Rocks

You can draw rocks easily. It just takes a little practice and a little help from this drawing video. It will teach you how to draw realistic rocks on a beach using shading techniques instead of relying on outlines. By understanding the importance of identifying shapes within your subject, you'll learn valuable drawing techniques that will enable you to create more convincing and lifelike representations.
Drawing rocks on a beach begins with the process of observing and analyzing the shapes present. Instead of focusing solely on outlines, this tutorial emphasizes the use of tone to establish form. By incorporating a tonal range and carefully defining edges, your drawings will take on a more authentic and convincing appearance.
One key aspect of this technique involves altering the way you hold your pencil. To achieve the desired shading and tonal effects, it is necessary to grip the pencil differently. Rather than using the tip, you will learn to utilize the side of the pencil, allowing for broader strokes and smoother transitions.
This particular tutorial is tailored for beginners, ensuring that it covers the foundational concepts and techniques necessary for mastering the art of drawing. By following the step-by-step instructions provided, you will gradually develop your skills and gain a deeper understanding of how to depict various elements in your artwork.
In addition to teaching the basics of shape recognition and shading, this tutorial emphasizes the importance of observation. By closely observing the rocks on a beach, you will learn to capture their unique characteristics and textures, adding a sense of authenticity to your drawings.
Through practice and repetition, you will gain confidence in your ability to translate what you see onto paper. This tutorial provides ample opportunities to refine your skills, encouraging you to experiment with different shading techniques and variations in tonal values.
As a beginner, it is essential to approach drawing with patience and a willingness to learn. This tutorial recognizes this and offers clear instructions and helpful tips to ensure your progress is both enjoyable and rewarding.
By the end of this tutorial, you will have acquired the fundamental skills necessary to draw rocks on a beach with confidence. More importantly, you will have developed an understanding of how to observe shapes, apply tone and shading effectively, and create a realistic representation without relying solely on outlines.
Remember, drawing is a skill that improves with practice. The techniques and concepts you learn in this tutorial will serve as a solid foundation for your artistic journey, providing you with the tools to explore and experiment with your own unique style. So grab your pencils, follow along, and let your creativity flow as you embark on this exciting drawing tutorial for beginners.
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Thanks, there are more tutorials in the pipeline.

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Thanks Mr Paul, I enjoy the way on which you teach.

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Glad to hear that! Good luck with your drawing.

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[@yangonransom]

Wow! Paul you've made me better at art because of the tutorial keep up the good work!!

[@PaulPriestleyart]

Really pleased you enjoyed the video, good look with your drawing.

[@andrewfrost8866]

No Outlines!! preposterous :) and incredibly effective too!

[@PaulPriestleyart]

It's good to try something different. I come across so many people obsessed with outlines. They have their place but they are not essential. Cheers

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@@PaulPriestleyart Honestly, all joking apart, very impressive use of technique.

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Your great teacher...keep rocking by teaching us

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Thank you, much appreciated. Cheers

[@larryglatt2548]

Thank you. Speaking of a "bunch of flowers", I for one would love to see you do that one, please.

[@PaulPriestleyart]

That may well be on the way

[@larryglatt2548]

@@PaulPriestleyart Thank you for your quick reply & the possibility of doing that video. Be well & safe sir.

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Glad you like the video. Cheers

[@tribalwestcoastartenterpri603]

Very interesting I've always taken art in school but never really learned how to draw properly I'm good but I know I can be better I will try to implement some of these techniques that I learn from you sir thank you very much

[@PaulPriestleyart]

That's great, good luck with your drawing.

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Thankyou 🙏🙏 All of your tutorial really helps

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Glad you like them! Cheers

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You make this look so simple. Ty for your knowledge.

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You are so welcome

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Hi Like to watch your videos because you inspire us to action. We say, ok , I can try this! and it is a lot of fun to learn the different ways to draw. There is so much to learn. You are a good teacher and we can practice what you are presenting. Thank you for that and have a great day!

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Really pleased you like my videos, you have a great day too.

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You are welcome! Cheers from England

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Your artwork is really the bees knees

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Thank you for a fabulous video... well explained and demonstrated.

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Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

[@judybrayer3740]

Wow thank you for sharing your knowledge ,,I’m so enjoying your videos,,would love to see how you do different flowers ,,,and then I can watercolor them,,again thank you

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[@wesleyashworth5061]

Really helpful and informative thanks Paul 😊

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[@benpenph]

I tried to make an ocean waves out of it I am kind of happy with the outcome :) edges not outlines supremacy ♡

[@PaulPriestleyart]

That's great. Cheers

[@mariyamarif182]

1)Sir please make also a vedio on depth,and shading in complete and proper way. 2) also a vedio on live watercolour how to observe live study. And all your vedios are really helpful thanks allot sir 😊

[@PaulPriestleyart]

This video deals with creating depth kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2jZgaV9n8iWfpY

[@avihana2002]

Oh this helps! Thank you!!

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Very helpful

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Good job

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Thanks Sir. Your videos helps me a lot to improve my drawing technics.

[@PaulPriestleyart]

Glad to hear that. Good luck with your drawing.

[@shuvechhabose2892]

@@PaulPriestleyart Thanks sir.

[@joewoodchuck3824]

I like drawing rocks because of how well they go with pencil media. I also like them because of the infinite variety, it's harder for anyone to say you did it wrong.

[@PaulPriestleyart]

That's great

[@paulmtae1738]

I'm trying to draw right now because of your videos.... I don't know how you make it,but it looks easy

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That's great, good luck with your drawing

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Excelente

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Thank you

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loved it!

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Great sir..👏

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Sir I just found your channel . I am a beginner and your videos helped me a lot . I can't afford drawing courses so sir I wish you are my grand pa . Can you please make a tutorial on how to draw metal objects and glass objects

[@PaulPriestleyart]

I'll add your request to my list

[@calinyx]

I'm a complete rookie--and I'm making fantasy world maps. I've never taken any art classes. The outline for me helps me visualize what I want. Does what you're drawing just emerge, or do you have an idea in your head already exactly what it should look like?

[@PaulPriestleyart]

It's a bit of both really.

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amazing video 👍😊👍

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Thank you 👍

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Wow so nice art

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Magnificent drawing sir but please mention some easy sketches 😊😊😊

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There are lots on my channel.

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why would someone dislike this :(

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Thanks

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Thank you, uncle paul! Coincidentally I also have a shirt like yours.

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All the best people have a shirt like mine!! Cheers

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Uncle won't you do a tutorial using pen? Btw this help alot

[@PaulPriestleyart]

I have a series on using pens, this is the first kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmKoea2fbb-to7M

[@ratherbfishing455]

Please make a tutorial on a Himalayan cat. Thanks

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Unusual request

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@@PaulPriestleyart I keep trying to draw my neighbor's cat, but it looks like Chewbacca!

[@assafhind]

Yess me too i would like to know how to draw my himalayan cat, sounds to me not easy hehe and as a beginner i found your tutorials so much helpful, your enthusiasm is amazing and encourages me to draw. Thank you so much

[@embryplayscodm4696]

Wut impossible that’s so great a shading became a rock...

[@PaulPriestleyart]

Glad you liked the video

[@subhashraje5564]

When you are demonstrating, it is covered by the caption displaying what you are saying. So, we are unable to watch when you demonstrate. Kindly keep the caption on the top. It will help us to watch what you are showing and at the same time we eill be able to read what you are saying.

[@PaulPriestleyart]

You are watching subtitles. I have no control over how subtitles are displayed, that is controlled by KZbin. You could turn off subtitles if they are annoying.