How to Draw Anything Using Basic Shapes

Brent teaches students to ask five questions to simplify any drawing. In this video he demonstrates the process by drawing a bird and provides tips for making adjustments and improving the drawing.
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[@themightierpencil]

I've been drawing this way for years, but whenever someone asks me "can you teach me how to draw", I've never been able to articulate it because I just go on "instinct" and experience. You are the first person that has been able to articulate this process for me so I can help others, thank you so much.

[@DrawingFrank-yv7sc]

Well, u can so not teach anyone how to draw in the first place to begin with. Teaching drawing is like teaching someone how to ride a bicycle. That u can not teach neither. U can show it, u can give tips n tricks on how to do it, u can say do this and that, coordinate this and that, dot it all together at the same time then, but end of the day the person must teach himself how to ride a bicycle. quoted from Betty Edwards book Drawing on the right side of the brain...

[@holamissmusica]

The questions: 1. What's the biggest shape (of the subject matter)? 2. What is its axis? 3. How big should it be? 4. Where on the page should it (the subject matter) go? 5. What changes should I make?

[@aflack1000]

TY so much. Saves me a ton of time!

[@SamA-xu9gy]

I don't understand the fourth and the Fifth question, can you explain it?

[@holamissmusica]

@@SamA-xu9gy The subject matter of your piece. I've added it now 👍🏾

[@Handygrandad]

How important Is the use of a drawing board in the context of your demonstration?

[@infecta]

i can imagine some teen feeling hurt when he sees q 3 😭

[@marks9444]

The suggestion to practice basic shapes is so simple but practical.

[@lem8081]

I'm so glad I found you on Skillshare. You're by far the best drawing teacher in my opinion

[@evolveyourart]

Thanks and welcome! Subscribe to the KZbin channel to get notified when new tutorials are posted.

[@sophia192]

your teaching is so comforting and reassuring, must people give up drawing because they often doubt themselves and they dont have directions, and the most tragic thing is, it's not their mistake for doubting themselves since their teacher simply sucks at teaching(those teachers only know how to draw by themselves, but they dont know how to teach).

[@joelhenry4643]

Best drawing teacher, hands down.

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you so much. Glad that you're here to learn!

[@joelhenry4643]

@@evolveyourart glad to see you pop up in my feed!!!@

[@adamw1331]

I think u mean " Best drawing teacher, Pencils down..."

[@Megan-mm8hi]

I came here to say that, great video

[@Splatterpunk_OldNewYork]

Here here.

[@gillianbc]

That was a really well taught lesson - explanation of why, simple steps, seeing it in action and homework practice.

[@evolveyourart]

Glad to hear that you enjoyed it. Subscribe to get notified when new tutorials are posted.

[@robinlandry518]

Best explanation ive ever heard. Thank you

[@evolveyourart]

You're welcome.

[@selmag5819]

oh my, i'm so excited now (not because of the music though) thinking of drawing my first 100 of every shape, training my hand, building muscle memory, getting faster without thinking. starting with shapes i can do, it doesn't scare me off, even though i understand how fundamental, how important this is. i have always tried skipping this important steps... love the 5 rules. thank you so much, Brent! got my eye on your book.

[@xDevoneyx]

The process outlined in this video is very similar to progress with anything really. I'm a software developer from hobby and profession and asking questions and iteratively going forward is key too, refining each step when the overal process is outlined.

[@frandei4416]

I also saw the analogy with drawing and the development of algorithms when I think about the questions, more than a methodology I see it as an algorithm following a series of instructions to solve a problem it is as if a computer will execute this algorithm and I am the one who executes this fascinating program

[@evolveyourart]

Interesting perspectives! Design thinking is very powerful!

[@suelowey2507]

breaking it down like this makes so much sense. thank you

[@evolveyourart]

You’re welcome.

[@carlas967]

I’m currently doing your course on Udemy and love it. I’m learning so much and my drawing is improving massively. You’re an incredible teacher and artist. Excited to find you on KZbin! Deep gratitude for sharing your talent 🙏

[@evolveyourart]

Great to hear! Keep on practicing. I'm glad that you're here to learn.

[@ralucaaxinte756]

What is the name of the course?

[@evolveyourart]

Check out the courses: www.brenteviston.com/learn-to-draw

[@laclwinchester4791]

Hi teacher; greetings from Mexico, I'm really grateful with your courses, because the quality and passion of your work. Before this I was so lost in drawing, So I was resigned to throw in the towel... But now the things are different for me. So I'm very happy with my progress and I could not express in words my appreciation for your work. Thanks for everything you do, teacher.

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you for your kind message. I'm glad that you're here to learn.

[@gordacapivara]

I remember watching your skillshare class years ago, and I still use the light sketching technique to this day. It gave me so much confidence to draw.

[@evolveyourart]

That's great to hear. Keep on practicing!

[@peterdishal7135]

So happy to have found you Brent! What a marvelous instructor you are! The clarity and step-by-step hierarchy in your teaching and writing is perfect as I've just purchased your book and am following up each chapter with your videos as available on youtube. I've been drawing for many years with great success (in my 70's now) but have felt frustrated by my gaps in understanding process and purpose. Having found your guidance I'm excited to begin at square one 'in my learning' and move more easily into more self-generated creative drawings. A great big "THANK-YOU!" to you :) Mollie

[@evolveyourart]

This is wonderful to hear! Keep on practicing!

[@holamissmusica]

I love when KZbin algo brings me the gems like you. I loved the dramatic music, your step by step instructions, so helpful and entertaining. Thank you!

[@evolveyourart]

You are so welcome! Glad that you found the video (thanks KZbin)! I hope you'll subscribe so you're notified when new tutorials are posted.

[@holamissmusica]

@evolveyourart I subscribed yes 👍🏾

[@Splatterpunk_OldNewYork]

Thank you for your service.

[@LelasMum]

Thank you. I appreciate your calm, clear speaking. This makes learning from you enjoyable and easy. Nicely done!

[@evolveyourart]

You're very welcome!

[@sammyarts2441]

Every time I listen to your advices it changes me alot. I'm so grateful for your lessons, I'm one of your students on skillshare

[@evolveyourart]

You are so welcome! I'm really glad you're here to learn. Please subscribe so you are notified when new tutorials are posted. Keep on practicing!

[@lunerlilly]

This is something I keep trying to tell people when they want to learn. I tell them it's ok, just use shapes. 😊

[@evolveyourart]

Exactly!

[@ranjancse26]

You are a hero to many many begineers. Hats off to you

[@PennyandRosePaperie]

Came here from Margot Hallac’s latest video, she recommended your drawing book and now I can see why! This is the kind of instruction that makes sense to me, and I am loving your teaching style! Off to draw hundreds of basic shapes byyyyeeee

[@evolveyourart]

Welcome! Glad that you're here.

[@maureenpillay9498]

All of his tutorials are so easy to learn from. He is really good. Thanks for sharing

[@evolveyourart]

Glad you are here to learn! Please subscribe to be notified when a new tutorial is posted.

[@Kkkaytey]

purchased this course years ago, have enjoyed it greatly.

[@evolveyourart]

Great to hear!

[@RD-jr8nv]

For anyone thinking of buying the course this is from, do it, I’ve just completed the basics course, it’s fantastic.

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you! Keep on practicing!

[@elainelogan2023]

Inspiring! practice the basics, over and over until they are second nature. Repetition....the joy of knowing the fullness of what will be

[@evolveyourart]

Keep on practicing!

[@song4night]

Wow! This is a mindblowing video on drawing, how you systematically broke it down. I'm so glad youtube recommended this. I subscribed 🙏

[@evolveyourart]

Awesome, thank you! I'm glad KZbin recommended it to you and I'm glad you're here to learn.

[@song4night]

@@evolveyourart thanks so much🙏

[@msbwalya4152]

Best step by step tutorial! Thank you so much @Brent Eviston 😊

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DeAzul7902]

Oh man.... he's good -- really, really good. Glad I fell thru THIS door! ❤

[@evolveyourart]

Glad you're here to learn. Please subscribe to be notified when new tutorials are posted.

[@oyyyyyhello1739]

Lovely explanation!

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@inkonmyhands]

This such a good free lesson. It hits almost all the key points of the drawing process

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you. Make sure to subscribe to be notified when new tutorials are posted.

[@agnesturi7915]

You are awesome!!!! Love every part of your teaching videos! Now I can see some light at the other end of the tunnel! Thank you! 😜🥰

[@evolveyourart]

You are so welcome

[@eokaila]

So simple, so true! Thanks Brent.

[@evolveyourart]

You're welcome!

[@angelabenson1329]

Thank you for this video, I have recently been working to improve my perspective and the way you described your process was just like a lightbulb going on in my head. I have always been able to draw pretty good just by looking at an object, but am really quick just to jump in without thinking. As I strive to become a better artist I am trying to slow down and think about the structure and shapes more. Thank you again for a helpful video. I look forward to exploring more of your other videos.

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful! Keep on practicing!

[@user-ky1di8cb3j]

Thank you so much for your drawing and I am impress with your teaching . You are very talented and generous. Merci

[@evolveyourart]

Glad that you're here to learn.

[@ozzie9308]

Just came across your video i am trying to learn to draw complete beginner have subscribed

[@evolveyourart]

Welcome!

[@enzocypriani5055]

Finally, I've found the course that I want to follow!

[@evolveyourart]

Glad to have you as a student!

[@enzocypriani5055]

​@@evolveyourart 🤗

[@lpark8]

So helpful - thank you!🙏

[@evolveyourart]

You're so welcome!

[@drea7295]

Thanks I appreciate this I've been trying to draw on a bigger scale I have had to shift my picture a few times but I had already gotten stuck on detail before it was structured well.thanks it's in chalk and charcoal so I can make adjustments quite easily but it's another day or two work . You have beautiful drawings . foundations.👍

[@rypo4097]

Awesome tutorial! So helpful to streamline the process! Thank you!❤

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@reetukabir4555]

I'm glad that I found you Thanks for coming back in YT❤

[@patwilliams6661]

like the use of the word attempt, good choice to taking the pressure off when drawing

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you. It's nice to know it resonated with you.

[@sueheming-il3qd]

Thank you so much for you videos. I have just found you on YT. You have a great teaching style. Now I am excited to start drawing different things.

[@evolveyourart]

Welcome! I’m glad that you’re here to learn!

[@ritawashere5787]

I'm so glad I found you. I share this video on Pinterest. I look forward to checking out your other videos as I'm a beginner.❤

[@MKANDRESTINPEACE]

excelent as always

[@evolveyourart]

Glad you think so!

[@LovingLioness]

WOW, this is SUPER helpful. Thank you for your generosity. I have been to afraid to start. Today I drew a really good face for the first time (my previous efforts were terrible)

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnbwill]

This is wonderful. I have never been able to draw - but I think I am going to give it a try, after watching this. Appreciating this thoughtful - and likely very useful - guidance. Cheers.

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you so much. I'm glad that you're here to learn and are going to practice. Please subscribe to be notified about new tutorials for inspiration!

[@adamsgamers3914]

My art teacher is using this video as an assignment😊 it's so interesting to watch this and experience something ive never done before

[@evolveyourart]

Glad that this video showed you something new!

[@adelamoawad1057]

Concur with other comments- I’ve thoroughly benefitted from your classes on Skillshare! Thank you for producing classes that go deeper than just “how to draw… xyz”. I’ve been able to take the fundamentals taught in your class and apply it to everything I draw. I’ve looked through your classes, and I can’t locate videos on color. I would be interested in your teaching style applied to a course on color theory. Thank you for everything you’ve produced thus far! And in advance for upcoming or future projects.

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you for your comment and so glad to hear how much you're getting from the classes! Working on the fundamentals really does improve everything! We currently don't have any classes on color theory but we'll add it to the list for future videos. Thanks!

[@Andrea-xw4xe]

Is there a course available that covers shading techniques to complete an entire sketch? I was thrilled with how my bird sketch looked for the first time, and I felt disappointed when the video ended. 😢

[@evolveyourart]

The Shading Fundamentals and Shading Beyond the Basics courses in my Art & Science of Drawing series teach students how to shade basic forms and complex objects. www.brenteviston.com/offers/5ZqxRRWd/checkout

[@janestravens5934]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@evolveyourart]

You’re welcome

[@debcavan]

Thank you. I am now a very senior citizen. I am going to do this so I can use it to learn watercolor. Keep learning, it is the secret to youth.

[@evolveyourart]

Wonderful! I'm glad that you're here to learn!

[@bricehaese9778]

Absolutely excellent method and best teacher

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you. Glad you’re here to learn.

[@DeralteFritz325]

Brent you are an amazing teacher. And your work realy inspire me. Regards from Berlin

[@evolveyourart]

My pleasure!

[@Thepackman1997]

Thanks!

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you!

[@ShoshiPlatypus]

Really excellent! I am new to drawing and shall definitely be implementing these techniques. Thank you so much. New subscriber!

[@evolveyourart]

Glad to have you here to learn!

[@MrArtblox]

Yes, I fully agree 🎉🎉🎉

[@eb6319]

Thank you!! Excellent class

[@evolveyourart]

Glad you liked it!

[@longkumer9402]

Hi Brent, I follow all your art classes on skillshare. I find your classes easy to follow and comprehensive as well. I just wanted to know if you're planning to bring any portrait drawing courses on skillshare. I would love to learn to draw the head planes, facial features, construction and anatomy. Thank you!!!!

[@evolveyourart]

It's great to hear how much value you find in the classes. There are no current plans for Brent to do a portrait drawing course on Skillshare. Make sure to subscribe to KZbin where Brent will post all of his new tutorials.

[@afrancis7475]

I think you're one of the best teachers. I only saw this video and subscribed.

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you. Glad that you’re here to learn!

[@grim789]

Great help! I'm not an artist, but this helps me for my outlines carving wood pieces. Thanks, dude!

[@evolveyourart]

Happy to help!

[@jultolentino7515]

This channel is very import. For an artist,thank you so much sir keep going & GOD BLESS

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you.

[@sissykreka9197]

Best drawing teacher ever!

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you so much.

[@jomelcadiz]

Your so amaizing, from complex shape to easiest .

[@evolveyourart]

Glad that you appreciate the videos!

[@kerrylaw100]

So pleased to find your vlogs … just wish I could see your example drawing it’s too light and camera is too far back wahhh

[@husainkarrar8896]

Brilliant!

[@khalidoubihi8657]

Man i know for sure that i can't thank you enough using words Thank you so much ❤❤❤

[@evolveyourart]

My pleasure

[@whatMezLearn]

Finally find a good video that i understand

[@120453y]

You're right that as an adult, getting started is the hardest part.... Keeping going is slightly less hard - but still hard... Thanks for the help....!

[@evolveyourart]

Keep on practicing! Glad you're here to learn. Make sure to subscribe to get notified when the next tutorial is posted.

[@jagdeepmatharu9395]

Great little tutorial thanks

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wendyhughes2234]

Thank you for this interesting and informative video. May YUH [God] bless [Baruch] you, your family, and your ministry. And give you [much] Shalom.

[@MotherSarita]

😇Thank you Brent Eviston; your are a great artist and teacher. Glad to see you in You Tube🌻

[@evolveyourart]

You are so welcome, glad that you're here to learn.

[@denisebossard4733]

I just ordered your book! You give me hope in myself. Because (I can't draw) . Thank you and looking forward to learning from you.

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you! I'm glad you're here to learn. Please subscribe to be notified when new videos are posted.

[@ducksoff7236]

Thank you

[@AASheim_GD]

Yay! I’m gonna use this knowledge to help me. Thank you so much dude. (Processes to draw hornet from hollow knight)

[@evolveyourart]

Glad I could help!

[@teresamazotti1315]

Iam a long time artist and I completely forgot how to do this. Thank you!!😊

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful.

[@maryciantarciantar9309]

So interesting ! Thank you

[@evolveyourart]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@izzyonthabeat1809]

God bless really helpful keep going more people in the world need you

[@alm_alb]

Subscribed. While watching I felt this surge of fear. Not sure why. But I really like the words you said. Thank you for making this video.

[@soumitchakraborty09]

Thank you so much sir!!Lots of Love from India!!❤

[@angcatoy4189]

Damn this tips and the quality of your content mastery is top notch!

[@evolveyourart]

Thank you. I hope you’ll subscribe to be notified when new tutorials are posted.

[@gitte5281]

Thank you so much for sharing this! So helpful! You are an amazing teacher that gets right to the point!

[@evolveyourart]

You are so welcome! Glad that it was helpful for you. Please subscribe to be notified when new tutorials are posted.

[@aliencreation8744]

this guys a boss i have his udemy subscription, great artist.

[@evolveyourart]

Thanks. I hope you'll subscribe here too.

[@liliannaa3627]

Wow! Amazing class!

[@evolveyourart]

Glad you like it! Please subscribe to be notified about new tutorials.

[@dushyanttank]

your are providimg very valuable content to all thoe who love to sketch

[@karenleigh2786]

Wow Brent... I am not sure how I stumbled onto your video but I am so glad I did... Your instructions were very concise and easy to understand... thanks... I just subscribed...Thanks, and have a great weekend...

[@evolveyourart]

Glad it was helpful! Keep on practicing!

[@Pernille3841]

This was an amazing video, thank you 🙏.

[@evolveyourart]

You're so welcome!

[@bobbymalta73]

Thank You.

[@evolveyourart]

You're welcome

[@AyaSmith]

I feel like the key ingredient here, is having a physical reference the same size as the drawing, especially for the beginner learning to measure. Do you agree?

[@evolveyourart]

It can actually make it harder for a beginner to try to make a drawing with both the same proportions and the same size as the reference. Just focusing on the proportions can be a challenge. What you are referring to is referred to as sight size.

[@AyaSmith]

@@evolveyourart Yes I know what sight size is. What I’m saying is, sight size/reference image the same size as the drawing is preferred against using a device

[@adeadgirl13]

Your course on skillshare helped me get started with drawing. It's a really good course. Glad to see you on KZbin. You should make a lot of free tutorials I think. It will be really helpful for a lot of people. I'm gonna subscribe to show my support.

[@byronrhodes1659]

Brent! I didn’t know you had a KZbin channel! How are you man? Your videos are great, I’ve always loved your drawings. I look back fondly on the days where we were both doing work for shows at Surface Gallery. Have a good one!

[@zakiart689]

thank you so much master

[@evolveyourart]

You are very welcome

[@GauravSingh-wl8el]

I have learnt alot from you on skillshare. I hope you bring a portrait class too

[@leonardcarreira3417]

I, Love it 😍 You, Make,Seem,So, Easy,As, It, Should,Be!!!!🤔

[@jsmythib]

That was very technically enjoyable :) Just a curiosity for me, although I may have just accidently acquired a skill. Thankyou :)

[@evolveyourart]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@priyaharghol3349]

Best art teacher

[@evolveyourart]

Thanks

[@priyaharghol3349]

@@evolveyourart I'm from Gujarat and I love sketch thankyou sir

[@theresaavery4670]

Best explanation I have ever heard and seen. New subscriber.

[@evolveyourart]

Thanks and welcome

[@x13roger80]

Very good

[@evolveyourart]

Thanks

[@carlaward1026]

Thank you sir. What a great lesson

[@evolveyourart]

Very welcome

[@christinegalysh7433]

Thank you and all the best.

[@evolveyourart]

You're welcome.

[@lilybay1]

I did your course on Skillshare but lost track of it. Good to see you on YT. I’ll be able to continue to study with you.

[@evolveyourart]

Glad that you found the channel. Keep on practicing!