Learn to Draw #08 - Values & Edges

[@franceshiggins8079]

I want to draw my son. He passed and I would love to put him in places all over the world.

[@Akamaholic]

Why does this comment not have over 1K likes

[@victormontoya5105]

Frances Higgins 😔❤👍

[@sauodabass7441]

💙

[@mybestlastyears]

What a beautiful way to represent him. I am so sorry for your loss.

[@Brainer]

High

[@NancyLynn]

Wow, I can't believe you sketched that portrait of yourself in 15 minutes.....absolutely brilliant Brandon!!! So, I'm assuming that when you say "values" that it refers to "shading"? I'd like to see a video on how to figure out where shading goes on a focal point (focal point could be anything. Oh, and Brandon, I feel very privileged that a true artist is giving us his valuable time to help out beginners. Not only are you giving us invaluable lessons on how to draw, but your encouragement is overwhelming to me. You make me feel like I can do it and no one has ever been able to do that for me before. From the bottom of my heart, thank you Brandon!

[@marciabranch2987]

I realize these are older videos, but I am just getting started. That drawing is amazing and it just makes it even more so knowing you did it in 15 minutes! You have taught me a lot so far, I am looking forward to learning a lot more from you. I am interested in learning anything outdoors, animals, scenery, (no buildings), nature, things like that. I started a photography class years ago, however the instructor was inappropriate and I quit, did manage to get a photo published in a book by the National Library of Photography though. Anyway, I would have gone to school for this, however, don't trust instructors in person anymore. Thanks for all you do, Mr. Schaefer!

[@stevenclark1422]

Hi, I am 10 years. I am just a bigginer but by last night when I found your videos I wathed as much of them I could and got really good at drawing.

[@SchaeferArt]

Glad to hear! :) Hope you're having fun with it.

[@mikegamer2541]

good job , here i am 24 years old starting my new passion , never to late to start leaning something new ♥ SchaeferArt

[@aroyxiustan4031]

@Barstool Shorts jr. facts my guy

[@TD-jt4iy]

Makes sense you wrote this comment 1 year ago so that makes your account made 8 years ago which means you joined KZbin at 2 years old what a genius kid

[@akr.insane7835]

@@TD-jt4iy omg soo true

[@kelsiewitmer1716]

I would love a video of drawing trees! I appreciate the time and energy you put into your videos for us. You do a great job explaining and keeping things simple.

[@SchaeferArt]

I think I have one of those somewhere, search "SchaeferArt drawing trees" :)

[@aloneinatx4869]

Brandon, I am over 55 and learning to draw from your videos, they are great! I never thought I would be able to draw a hand and I drew mine. It turned out much better than I thought, even was asked if I took classes. I said nope just online. Is drawing harder or different for left handed people like myself? Keep up the good work

[@katelynalgarin6447]

I've found it to be pretty hard drawing and sketching with a left hand.

[@NphiniT]

@@katelynalgarin6447 That's because most people are right-handed and you probably learnt your basics from a right-handed person

[@ratherbfishing455]

I'm in Central Texas also. I'm trying to get into watercolor, but need to go back to the basics. I can copy, but not create originals!

[@ratherbfishing455]

My father would rotate his paper sideways.

[@ren8202]

Im left handed and I find it kind of hard.

[@nikkiparvin7011]

I have been into drawing and painting all my life but always hated the idea of learning all the rules or suggestions. But you!! You have made me love this I am so interested in this theory now. Thank you so much because what you are teaching me is going to help my artwork look so much better. I owe you one! Also I like painting space, and things that I make up, I have quite a good imagination so I like to express it through my art

[@SchaeferArt]

Glad to hear! :)

[@aparna2203]

This video you are making in the year 2015! I mean it matters. Such good material you provided the internet with at that point in time. Hats off man!

[@cjj140]

I have learned so much from watching your videos!!! You break things down into small manageable pieces. I can't tell you how much I appreciate that!

[@nizelvinz8275]

I really like drawing people and cartoons. It's a bit hard for me though, since I just started drawing and your videos really help me A LOT so I was wondering if you could give tips on drawing cartoons and humans :) your drawing skills are really inspirational by the way :D

[@yashwardhanjohri4549]

still drawing?

[@cncshorts1075]

I can listen to you explain stuff all day man. Not all hero’s wear capes brother

[@SchaeferArt]

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[@ayeshakan4945]

can you make a real life face easey in EP.#10?

[@ianmoshe227]

Instablaster.

[@AhmedDesignerShowerOfNaples]

Brandon these videos are great. I’m a soft pastel artist that have never gotten any lessons or guidance. I’ve never even kept a sketch book, but recently decided to just start drawing and leave the pastels for a little a bit and really focus on drawing which I’ve never done. Anyways, this video just made me realize that the reason why the few paintings I’ve made with soft pastels all look cartoonish is because I paint with too much hard edges. Thank you.

[@kaluagrace9077]

Love your art videos. It's simple, basic and inspiring. I have always had problems with drawing fingers, hands..so I end up boxing up the hand drawings and fading them out into oblivion. Thank you for sharing your skills with us all. Aloha..

[@DrywalltapingCaTO]

Buddy I'm learning more and more. I couldn't drew a simple chair few days ago, today I can feel so much improvement because of your videos. Thank you very much. I would like to learn how to dew many buildings in different places, streets with different shades etc. Buildings in different prospectives and specially modern style houses. Much appreciated your work!

[@zaiekohash2729]

Yo master Schaefer, I wanted to share my story to you, hope you like it. I dont know to draw but i had a motive for what i had to learn how to draw, i came across your ep 1, and it really changed the way i used to think of artists. Now i have 3 sketches in 3 days, in which the value highlights is the problem. but it really looks great tbh my friend complimented me "saying your sketch look great than other beginners" all thanks to your your's years ago video really helped a lot and i think i am learning fast from you. THANK YOU!!!

[@SchaeferArt]

That's awesome, thank you for sharing :)

[@elixir2130]

Really glad I found your videos Brandon! I am an artist who is working with a couple of friends who want to explore drawing. Your short and direct videos explain things I was having a problem putting words to. Thank you and keep up the great work.....we are tuned in!

[@lupotiamo4887]

Awesome tips :D I like your sketching style a lot.

[@SchaeferArt]

Brandon Lara Thanks man, I appreciate. More to come!

[@tgpt-0170]

Brandon Lara I agree

[@talhaturan4013]

I only watch this series of his so i didn't actually see how he draws seriously

[@elfchosen1477]

Soft edge is my favorite part. You clarified it so clearly on how to apply it onto nose.

[@SchaeferArt]

Glad to hear

[@ElgranJulai]

I love your videos. You talk in a very calm way and is easy to follow the explanations. I would love to learn more about drawing people's bodies and faces and then express myself drawing experiences when interacting with people. Also you seem to have a very kind nature. Thanks .

[@SchaeferArt]

Thanks for the feedback and kind words. Much appreciated 😊

[@tiptanx]

Thanks so much! This series has just been awesome. I am getting back into drawing after way too long, and also teaching my girls.I appreciate the time you’re taking to teach. draw from life!!

[@prasitraithatha9858]

Ur videos help me a lot I liked painting and drawing so much but as I grew up I couldn't give time to it so I restarted with the help of of ur videos. Actually I like to draw people, landscapes and so thank u so much for the simple videos

[@globalroyalty203]

I appreciate all your videos! I am in my first stages of making a portfolio and applying to school to become a architect. I’m in a drawing class now and they haven’t taught me 2% of what you have. THANK YOU

[@betteschanafelt5745]

I’m a beginner. I would love to learn to draw people’s faces. Thank you so much for the series of art lessons

[@TheKarstrasse]

Hey, thanks for the great video. As a beginner, I believe you are teaching me right. You have episodes from basics to advanced and I am really enjoying it.

[@mariaestelaleduc9418]

I started doing watercolors during the Pandemic and gradually I realized that I started the wrong way. I need to learn how to draw first to do my sketches and your videos are great: easy to understand and to practice. Thank you. I'll keep on following you.

[@butt-head5212]

This has to be the edgiest drawing tutorial I've ever seen!

[@SchaeferArt]

Haha nice! xD

[@gloryrich7123]

Mexican folk art has stolen my heart. Thanks for the great videos.

[@catherineaillerie5134]

I’m into water painting, very much a beginner, and since I can’t draw at all I was hoping to learn the basics somehow... your videos are just wonderful and I’m learning so much! I actually drew a vase today and I love the effect! I just turned 59 and I guess it’s true that it’s never too late to start :). Even though I’m only on your ninth video, I’m amazed at what I can do! Even my water painting is improving already... thank you very very much, you’re great :)

[@josieannbernard638]

Thanks a lot Brandon for your information. You simplify things so easily, it really makes your videos very interesting.

[@TheSunshinefee]

Thank you. I'm guilty of making all edges the same. I would love to see a video on how to sketch people who are in motion and on gesture drawing.

[@moniKphoto]

thank you for your videos. I am trying to paint a water Lilly that is mostly white and soft pink, reflected in dark water, so I decided that I first have to master drawing it. Proportions and shading are challenging. so if you can help. Its my challenge right now, I know I have to try and try until I get it. Then the painting will flow. Cheers.

[@fatimakhawaja5549]

Would love for you to start a series like this again!

[@benniethecat6672]

THE HUMAN PERSPECTIVE IS VERY AWSOME!! I REALLY LIKED YOUR SKETCHING!

[@Liodovi]

I know this video is old, but Ive been watching your drawing lessons for the past few hours and it helps me alot! Thank you for taking the time to make those videos.

[@user-zd9eg7qj3r]

Found your videos while looking for drawing tutorials. I love the way you teach, you should be a teacher. You make everything sound so easy. Keep doing videos please. They are very helpful.

[@kmaildavid]

Someone once told me, or I read it somewhere, that if you can draw the human figure well, then you can draw anything. All the essential elements are there to practice with. Certainly one of my favorite subjects.

[@SchaeferArt]

kmaildavid I've heard that as well and cannot recall the source. I think it is one of the most difficult because we are able to recognize such subtleties but when it comes to trees or something.. there's so many possibilities but with humans, it is quite restricted in comparison. Had a lot of fun figure drawing the other night.

[@Venusame]

Love to see drawing faces. Thanks for explaining things in a simple way I'm learning a lot from you.

[@kendrasolomon4657]

Landscapes....I just realized I'm 6 years late...

[@gamingrex2930]

same

[@sharathnaik6390]

me to

[@C-OCEAN]

same

[@sidhikhasulthana9950]

@@sharathnaik6390 same

[@amirhosseinmohammadi5718]

Same

[@Milan19477]

Awesome tips, thank you very much, also I love that element of surprise not knowing how your hair will look like in the next videos.

[@SchaeferArt]

Glad you liked it!! haha :)

[@marlenemeek9030]

Hello... Just wanted you to know that your videos have been extremely helpful. I started a local oil painting group and quickly realized most of the artists on board we're painting from photographs. My guess is over 90% of the work we see online has been done using some form of technology. I would like to see more videos on drawing and painting from life. Thank you.

[@SchaeferArt]

Thank you and glad to hear :)

[@trueXMotionFitness]

Your content is so valuable and easy to apply. I so wish I'd found your channel years ago.

[@bread3453]

These videos really helped me cause I sucked at drawing anything and the best I got was a random fluke every now and then but unless I just got really lucky with 3 flukes in a row I think I got a little better. thanks

[@alejandropereira]

I think i'm interested in drawing cities mixed up with people and nature, like trees, grounds, etc. This series are very interesting. Thanks a lot for the videos!

[@katelynalgarin6447]

Wow, that was an amazing self portrait. Really astonishing.

[@brigitatseng]

Thank you for another great video. It's really very comprehensible the way you explain things. I'm very beginner to drawing but I had this interest since childhood and drew occasionally things without so much knowledge. And your videos very helpful. Now I found myself very interested in drawing peoples faces specifically emotions you can see in their faces, so it's my big goal as total beginner.^^

[@sarahberry5264]

Great teaching. Really make me feel I can have a go. Thank you.

[@SchaeferArt]

You can do it!

[@ResoluteAlly]

Im interested on drawing people. And I have learned because of these videos. Much thanks!

[@margaritafani4541]

Thanks for very comprehensive advice. I am interested in drawing likelines, expresion and posture in as few lines as possible. I am fascinated by pictures that talk just by watching them.

[@briank9058]

Hi Brandon, I am studying garden design, which unfortunately seems to be predominantly CAD drawings. However, I much prefer the look of hand drawn sketched designs and therein lies the problem, my drawing skills. I'm really drawn to your style teaching sketching, you give very clear and practical advice. If you could do something along those lines of landscape drawing I would really appreciate it. Either way, love the tutorials, keep up the good work.

[@roseeartworksnl7992]

I'm leaning towards seascapes due to where I live. We have varied rugged coastlines and the ocean. How could I apply techniques of perspective to show where components sit and horizon lines and mountain edges. I hope I said this clear. Thank you. I appreciate your tutorials. Easy to understand and absorb. Thanks so much

[@wildcard749]

your quick little sketch looks really good, im trying to learn to draw so i can communicate some other creative ideas i have, im grateful for you sharing your knowledge

[@kaheemwashington3159]

My end goal would be to learn how to draw abstract figures, but I'm more focused on figure drawing at the moment. I just started learning through your videos. Any help would be appreciated. And thank you for sharing your talent.

[@IgorSkoglund]

You explane very simply difficult things, thank you. I am most interested in drawing landscapes, particularly the ones with fogs, swamps, kinda Lovecraftian mood.

[@SchaeferArt]

Thank you for the kind words. Going to be drawing some landscapes soon I think, will do my best. :)

[@IgorSkoglund]

@@SchaeferArt I was talking about something like this: pixabay.com/sv/dimma-vatten-natur-liggande-floden-920459/ I live in Sweden and it's climate is similar to England.

[@SchaeferArt]

I will try to incorporate some misty landscapes into my drawings in the future :) A lot of soft edges.

[@summertime9963]

Thank You so much for this video, it really came in handy today as I was sketching a still life. I have learnt so much from your videos, been sketching just four or five months now. Looking forward to more videos when you can.

[@susano2570]

I'm really enjoying watching your videos and practicing some of these art techniques. Previous to this, I only drew stick figures, and that not very well, either. You explain everything so clearly. I'm interested in drawing animals and how to create the feeling of movement (like a dog running or a cat jumping up to catch something.)

[@DesilifeinKSA]

Dear, you teach me the very basics. I just love the colors but was knowing nothing about drawing. After watching you I am learning the basics. Thanks 😊

[@SchaeferArt]

Glad ot hear that :)

[@kristenelgen2833]

Hi Brandon. Ditto what others have said. I’m only on #8 do maybe there’s more later, but a bit more on value would be great. I’m interested in water movement - rivers, waterfalls, creeks, oceans and their bridges! Thanks so much. Kristen

[@marka9200]

I am interested in all of the above... but I truly love urbanscapes... a scene of people walking in Paris with the Eiffel tower in the background - or a coastal Mediterranean town - with boats and people and coastal homes... i love old warship seascapes that I would love to tackle, as well as portraits... I would love to paint portraits of my family, and famous people, etc...

[@pawankumargupta4196]

Learned a few cool things so far, I'm into sketching people, hope you can do some more videos on it.

[@SchaeferArt]

Probably one day. I’m working on portraits a lot this year.

[@chandael]

This series is helping me tremendously!! Thank you for taking the time to do this!!!

[@zohebthambi]

Loving your videos !!! Very helpful. I tried drawing a person before but it seemed rather flat. Going to try your advise and try with 2b pencil. Keeping it simple and clean.

[@ΕιρηνηΔαναηΒραγκαλη]

I want to draw people but not portraits exactly. You are a great teacher. Thank you

[@hk47ray]

I second figure drawing...thanks for the vids...Your passion and dedication to art is inspiring.

[@scmiller20]

I love this series! Thank you for all the information, I'm trying to learn so I can have better watercolor paintings! I'm super interested in landscapes, nature, animals, birds, things you'd see on a hike. Eventually I may dive into portraits too :)

[@rrainville2782]

Awesome explanations. I am very new to drawing, not sure what I am going to focus on yet....I would love to draw a picture of my meeting with Jesus when I see him one day. I want to draw what others envision their meeting with him to be for them. I am going to title the series of drawings "Meeting Jesus". Thanks again Brandon, you give excellent instructions.

[@candletabletop154]

that's so beautiful

[@ninanalley5985]

Hi Brian, enjoying your lessons! I would like to know how to sketch black and white only. I also would like o draw landscapes, and people. Have a hard time with faces. So looking forward to learning more from you! Cheers.

[@puppy2674]

i am a novice in sketching but in coming future i would like to draw some portraits. And i must say you are a great teacher

[@reddevilgaming2208]

You made something?

[@brintobabu8027]

I am interested in people, like drawing portraits... Quick ones... I love to impress people in the parks and all.. Do we have tutorials for that?... Anyway love ur work

[@damianhbc]

I really enjoy your videos. Your style of drawing is suited to my style and I find your explanations very understandable. I wish you much success

[@tasimclaren90]

Love your tutorials. Im interested in drawing faces and learning how to draw bodies, figures etc

[@margannemeiklem9965]

Please - portraits and figures. Also, I noticed you created a still life study that included a glass jar - how do you make something look transparent?

[@dreamland2556]

Hey, can you do a little on pencil drawing people and their faces, and where should start that? Also the same question about drawing nature with a pencil. where do you start? Thanks a lot for the super informative videos!

[@aizatraimkulova1172]

I start to watch your videos today and I'm already at #8 lol looking to recommendations at the right and wishing your videos to be endless (for now I'm seeing #11 as the last)

[@Flonga2]

Thank you for all your videos. New to sketching so all your videos have been great

[@faozillayuzakki1794]

Hello, thank you for the tutorial. I just started to pratice sketching and your video is very helpful.

[@ranimkhalifeh2158]

I really like drawing faces so if you can do a tutorial about that ....

[@absolutehonda]

started sketching during lockdown, here in India, ur videos are helpful, thanks

[@SchaeferArt]

All the best

[@thedude3369]

Great series of videos man i cant tell you how much you helped me just in the 1st few min of your 1st video. When u said sketching a bunch of little lines don't commit right away!! Lol thanks man....was hoping you could make a video about drawing skulls and and other evil bada** stuff like that. Thanks again and keep up the awesome work.

[@rohitgejje3717]

You're awesome man! Keep up the good work. Also, will you please make a video of you trying digital art

[@SchaeferArt]

Thanks I appreciate it. Here's some digital work I've done: kzbin.info/aero/PL1HIh25sbqZkyErUE_FPuW4a_FH8viGfK

[@rohitgejje3717]

@@SchaeferArt Thanks

[@piperrust5059]

Thank you so much you lessons have helped me so much with getting better at my drawing.😁

[@SchaeferArt]

Glad you found them helpful! If you have any questions or suggestions for what you’d like me to cover in the future, just let me know.

[@juliannemiddleton711]

your teaching style is incredibly helpful, thank you

[@catheline51]

I have just started your series and am really enjoying it. Have always wanted to study art and now have the time to watch, absorb, and rewatch until I get it. I have a problem with that at times. Anyway, curious as to where you received your art training?

[@SchaeferArt]

Have fun!

[@SchaeferArt]

I have been drawing since I was around 5 years old. I have never have any formal art training. I went to college for graphic design and we had a drawing class there. That's about it. I've learned from many sources over the years, books, videos, etc.

[@donnaspersonaljourney1772]

I am a beginner and would like more beginning drawing lessons of simple still lives, landscapes or objects but I really need more help with the shadowing to make things look 3-d and the placement of shadows and lights and all the in betweens of the different shapes. Spires are the easiest but cubes are hard to make look realistic looking but now to make a whole drawing look real!

[@Equilibrier]

Thank you for your efforts of teaching what you know !

[@alanwinterer1834]

I’m interested in drawing still life’s. Also you help a lot with your videos keep it up.

[@LittleArtisticNook]

I’m most interested in drawing animals like cats and dogs, portraits of peoples faces and I’d also love to draw landscapes like the trees in the fall. One thing I struggle with are eyes. One day I’d love to learn to paint but sketching is my fave! Thanks!

[@acbacb3428]

Hiya, I'm not sure if you would even still look at comments on these pages however, I have just started learning draw. Your videos have been my first step in trying. They are excellent, I'm not sure how good my progress is just yet. I soldier on. I'm live by the sea and therefore my desire is really to be able to draw a beautiful dress sea scape. I'm still only using lead pencils but am having trouble bringing the page to life. There isn't a great deal of content - maybe a few birds and a couple of small fishing boats. Any guidance would be great. Thank you

[@leoward9608]

I really enjoy this series. I would like to watercolor paint cityscapes with people - I have to be able to draw the scenes first. Thanks for the help.

[@iversondescartin3948]

Great videos man. I really enjoy drawing and I would very much like to improve my art. I like drawing all kinds of stuff but I prefer to draw people even though I don't know much about it yet. Landscapes too, I like them

[@brownmark6615]

Hey man, since you asked. I want to draw scenarios that I come up with. So for that, mainly, I have trouble drawing people in different poses. Faces in profile too. Now, I realize there are a ton of videos already on these subjects but they rarely explain things in a way that I can understand. I have a hard time getting both eyes to match. And body proportions. I realize that it'd take quite a few videos to cover all of this but I'll take whatever help you're willing to offer. Thanks in advance.

[@SchaeferArt]

Mark Brown Thanks for sharing Mark. That really helps me make some videos that will help others and I'm sure you're not the only one struggling with these problems.

[@michaelcollier9018]

Good sir. I'm loving all your videos. I'm interested in doing portraits of groups... let's just say I have a lot of pictures from Iraq and I lost a lot of friends. I would like to send their families hand drawn pictures of the one's I have of us talking with the locals and messing around with our equipment. I'm not sure what to call those types of drawings but that's what I want to do. Thank you so much for your time and effort. Your knowledge of art has been helping me cope, which I have had a hard time doing for the past 12 years. Thank you again.

[@SchaeferArt]

Thanks for kind words and comment. Hope it goes well!

[@RJ-rc7df]

I got excited to draw because of your videos. I kinda get lazy to draw before. Thank you!

[@TheNaiya2006]

I personally like your approach of short focused general drawing/art concepts. I want to be able to draw many different things so I find your approach helpful....but saying that I will mention I get overwhelmed by landscapes and cannot imagine drawing a forest setting for example.....current interests include water, clear glass, drapery, clouds,rocks and trees and the techniques that are involved.

[@hediehghazi7156]

Thank you Brendon for these wonderful drawing lessons, I would love to learn how to sketch faces, like the one you have in this video.

[@mohsinarshad4221]

man you are great...feeling easy to understand tips and tricks of drawing great job!!

[@lululili-q3o]

BRO u r such a humble lovely human being i really wish u to have a happy life and and good foryiune in teh futur

[@SchaeferArt]

Thank you. You too! 😊

[@phungquanglong1446]

Learning from 2020. Love all your vids

[@aliabdullah7997]

I saw many artests but u are the one

[@LizCoxSI]

Hi Brandon, please could you show how you blend your sketches? I've been using a Q-Tip but would like to see some other options too.