How to Draw BASIC SHAPES: Cubes, Cylinders & Cones! Free Basic Drawing Class #2 (live stream + Q&A)

DONATIONS ARE WELCOME! These online classes are offered to everyone for FREE! If you feel that they have been particularly valuable and would like artist Michael Markowsky to know, you are welcome to send him as little as $1 directly via www.paypal.me/MarkowskyArt or by e-transfer or cheque by sending him a direct message through the Facebook Group!
FACEBOOK GROUP for viewers of the class, to share their work and continue to build upon the community we've created together! groups/masterstudy.ca
DROPBOX FOLDER with handouts seen on screen (Some folders are empty because their resources are bundled into PDF inside an earlier folder): www.dropbox.com/sh/0pd5wsqba98k9ld/AAC8vjoo-L5z7QVIqYGwYqVra?dl=0
Image in the thumbnail is a drawing Michael made of a Wagon and Cabin at Bar-U Ranch in Alberta, Canada.
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PLAYLISTS:
BEGINNER'S DRAWING COURSE (40 Episodes): kzbin.info/aero/PLdIDMj3VSgBfRYygdixt6Msj2c5K8Kmfg
MASTER STUDY -- Re-create the Greatest Paintings Ever Made! Intro to Acrylic Painting class (LIVE Every Tuesday 4pm PST): kzbin.info/aero/PLdIDMj3VSgBf33sTN7s4fh2bDiROWw4Fp
PAINT THE NEWS! -- Create Original Paintings based on Photos from the New! Intro to Acrylic Painting class (LIVE Every Thursday 4pm PST): kzbin.info/aero/PLdIDMj3VSgBcSADepoqOKvzHaKh4vrKGt
INTRO TO ACRYLIC PAINTING COURSE (45 Episodes): kzbin.info/aero/PLdIDMj3VSgBf33sTN7s4fh2bDiROWw4Fp
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TIME STAMPED CHAPTER PLAYLIST:
0:00:00 Video Begins
0:05:23 Introduction
0:10:02 Warm-up Drawing 1 (Henri Matisse "Cut-Out")
0:14:48 Warm-up Drawing 2 (Henri Matisse "Fleurs du Mal")
0:19:33 Warm-up Drawing 3 (Henri Matisse UPSIDE DOWN)
0:25:15 Drawing Geometric Shapes, Beginning with Cubes
0:43:54 Cylinders
0:55:03 Cones
1:00:20 Drawing Picasso's "Three Dancers"
1:06:48 "Blind" Drawing Demonstration
1:23:50 Special Visit by my 8.5-month old Daughter "Edie"!
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- Website: www.MichaelMarkowsky.com
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- KZbin: kzbin.info
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This video was live streamed using the SlingStudio wireless broadcasting system. The primary front facing camera is a Fuji X-T20 (using HDMI directly into the hub), with the iPhone 8+ as the overhead camera, and the iPhone 7 as side facing camera (both smartphones using SlingStudio Capture app), and using the iPad Pro (2018) for switching using the SlingStudio Console app. The audio is coming from the Blue Yeti microphone connected via USB to the iMac (for power only) and then it's headphone line-out goes directly into the SlingStudio hub.

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thanks for watching! Subscribe, tune-in to my WEEKLY LIVESTREAM and say hello! ❤I still do monthly FREE FEEDBACK episodes of your drawings and paintings, so JOIN the Facebook group and upload your art to participate! facebook.com/groups/masterstudy.ca Also, there is a DROPBOX FOLDER with handouts seen on screen (Some folders are empty because their resources are bundled into PDF inside an earlier folder): www.dropbox.com/sh/0pd5wsqba98k9ld/AAC8vjoo-L5z7QVIqYGwYqVra?dl=0

[@user-zn3wb3ze5t]

cant believe this course is free, also a lot of the reinforcement and positivity about mistakes is really good for me. i drew the upside down lady at the end and knew i messed up a lot, but i ended up enjoying the end result where i would've usually given up. Thanks

[@ofantasminha]

Being able to draw without the pressure of perfection is just a relief, I'm really happy to found these classes, It's an amazing job to explore and make different things (like drawing upside down, it was really fun for me actually)

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[@Robert-pk4jj]

The best part is that it's free

[@j.shenha9618]

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[@MarkowskyArt]

Thank you for leaving such a generous compliment! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@__juan__]

I agree, and I found really fun to do the Picasso without looking, although I almost had a heart attack when I finished XD

[@marypartridge5154]

Do you have classes doing drawings on the computer like David Hockney????

[@GarytongueBetz-vl1fu]

​@@marypartridge5154 Computer drawing and animation carry the same basic principles as Hand Drawing, just applied to the computer.

[@sucessequation999]

hello;sir i am your new student from kashmir india;i am a medical student,but it was my dream to become a good artist;but due to lack of a possoniate teacher like u,i could not do it,ur way of teaching is amazing,when i was in grade 8 i was doing great drawing and art without any teacher,,,,,then i stop becz there was no source for me to learn....my family were not happy with it,,,they want me to become doctor,,,i will now watch all off ur free videos and prove my parents i can b artist..as well as a doctor ......thannku dear teacher ur amazing

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thank you my friend for watching and leaving such a kind comment! I'm honoured to be able to help you achieve your dream of becoming an artist! I look forward to seeing your progress! Join our Facebook group and upload your artwork so we can celebrate your achievements! ❤

[@sararovira210]

You are still gaining students and like. You arejust so anawesome person. Thank you

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thank you! I hope you have a wonderful week!

[@trudatruda1]

This is my first ever attempt at drawing at 53 years of age! Loving the classes with you already 👍😊 1:10:49

[@aoifemills9524]

Can't believe how much easier it is to copy a drawing upside-down!

[@LupusTerre]

Doing this digitally using a graphic tablet as a bloody beginner feels even more difficult. However, I am getting much out of it. I've never really learned how to draw and this course is wonderful so far. Thank you very much for putting it out here on KZbin! ♥

[@johnfrancis9793]

These lessons are just so amazing!! I have always wanted to learn to draw and tried so many times. Thanks to these lessons i am actually making progress. Being able to do it at my own pace really works for me. They are absolute gems!! THANK YOU SO MUCH MICHAEL MARKOWSKY - I'M A HUGE FAN!!!!!

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Thank you so much for that course .. Iam writing this comment to let you know that your work has inspired and changed the life of alot of people .. keep it up

[@MarkowskyArt]

You are sooo very sweet to write a comment like this! Thank you so much for being such a positive person; we need more people like you in the world! ❤️

[@valentinavettore3583]

I started this course on monday and I have to say it’s really relaxing AND unlocking some creativity in my life!

[@MarkowskyArt]

I’m so excited Valentina that you are benefiting from these classes! Your comments are very sweet and mean a lot to me!

[@reynardthefox9072]

I'm addicted to this series

[@guilhermedeltoro]

Thank you for the classes! You're a great teacher. I'm trying to learn how to draw for the first time after getting a drawing tablet (which is already a challenge to learn how to use by itself) and so far I've found that I draw way better upside down lol

[@MarkowskyArt]

I’m so interested to hear that you are following along with these classes while drawing on your tablet! What a great way to get to know that technology!

[@acatthatdoesstuff3307]

I am very glad i have found these classes. I am an artist not really a begginer but it is good to get reminded and have a solid foundation of the basics. This is helping me get back into drawing when depression is not being kind and I need to find a way to express myself and feelings. Geniune thanks

[@ablphbt]

Oh my God I love this course! I spent a long time drawing the last one and I really loved how it turned out. When I heard you mention the time your teacher took you outside to tear all your drawings, I completely tore mine apart hahaha... Then I decided to draw it again (upside down still) and I love lovee the new one!! Can not wait to see the next episode of the course! So grateful to you for this!!!!!!!!! 💞💞

[@camviney3023]

I have just got back into drawing after years of taking a break. This lesson reminded me of a lot of things I previously learnt and drawing has just clicked again in my mind. Amazing teacher, thank you.

[@MarkowskyArt]

I can’t tell you how happy it makes me to read your comment! I think we’re ask just a click away from getting (back) into drawing! Grateful to be able to help! 😃

[@Milbrown_Worker]

I started following your course a few days ago because, like you mentioned, I want to be able to draw a comic book. I even went out and bought a sketchbook and drawing pencil kit. My drawing is awful though. Its hard not to quit immediately when I look at my pages.

[@tahnoyu-ah]

I started off by drawing on procreate, with no experience. I suck at drawing clothes, shading and everything. I’ve always avoided attending art classes because I thought I could improve myself alone but now after seeing your videos, I found your lessons super fun! Thank you so much sir!❤

[@selfgenerator1664]

Thanks for the lessons! You're a great teacher. You give off a good vibe and your instructions come across super clear. Looking forward to studying under you for the full 40 lessons! I've always wanted to learn to draw, but I never knew how the heck to go about it. Your lessons are helping me get something off my bucket list. YOU RULE!

[@abeerm8970]

I have fun drawing without looking at my drwa i laugh alot😂😂 thank you this lesson it's very helpful ❤❤ omg your daughter it's the cutest girl 💞💞💞

[@dylancastle7649]

Excited to do the second class, thanks for all the free art content!

[@sofialiguori4868]

This course is going to be a psychological treatment for me :D free myself from perfectionism! Drawing upside down is really cathartic

[@soulgrinder5157]

its so satisfainig return to pervious lessons and try it again,and now its way easyer and result is way better then it was before

[@MarkowskyArt]

That’s sooo awesome to hear!!! Just shows how far you’ve truly come!!! Congratulations on your achievements!!! ❤️

[@genesisvargas8759]

Thank you very much, you remind me of how important it is to relax while drawing and not get stressed out about it. You're an amazing teacher and artist. And your baby is so gorgeous, happy to see her so confortable in such an artistic environment, she'll be an amazing artist one day for sure!

[@selenac1295]

Thank you! I just found your series and am so grateful. I am truly a beginner and your style and pace are welcoming and encouraging.

[@MarkowskyArt]

I’m so glad we found each other! I wish you the best on your creative journey! ❤️

[@selenac1295]

@@MarkowskyArt thank you!! 🤗

[@filipedribeiro]

I'm really excited about this course. I'm 31 now and I've been wanting to learn how to draw for years; I have no intention of becoming amazing or professional but if I end up making one art that maked me proud I will be happy

[@rahulyadav6165]

Nice to meet your daughter, Michael. Edie is so cute and lovely. 😊 Today, I have completed class 2. Thank you. 😊 Horror lovely class.

[@DianaJakup]

Thank you for these classes! I love the idea of "warming up", never thought of that. It does feel easier to draw as the session goes on. I often feel paralysed before a blank sheet of paper but with your exercises it's easy to dive into it. Thank you.

[@saitutu]

the BEST tutorials ever! Thank you, Michael,

[@RomanStefania]

Hello! So exciting. Will there be a watercolor class and a colored pencils class? I heard about the acrylic painting class but I'm more interested in these two. Looking forward to watch the class (though 4 years later). Have a great day!

[@mrwhiffy2045]

this is only my second class but I'm already loving your art classes. Its really nice to take this "course" at your own pace! I really hope you're ok with the Canadian Wildfires happening over there.

[@MeebuCreates]

Thank You for free Classes, I can't afford one and you just gave me a gift towards my life's major goals. You're Amazing. Will always remember you.

[@burakyildirim6322]

I want to say hi from Turkey!I am 40 years old and I discovered that I want to draw this year.I was searching for where to begin and found you here and I'm really glad about that.

[@cadelivoti3888]

Deciding to get my art degree, great refresher on the basics so far can’t wait to see where I’m at, at the end of this, thank you Markowsky

[@MarkowskyArt]

Wow! This makes me so excited! Please keep in touch and let me know how things go as you progress through the course and your arts degree!

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You totally deserve more subscribers.

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I have drawing my whole life but i felt like i was lacking so i decidex to re learn here. Great phenomenal classes

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thank you so much for the vote of confidence! I sincerely appreciate your support!

[@drewcummings1129]

I am certain that learning to stop being so hard on yourself for perfection in art will undoubtedly spill over therapeutically in other areas of your life!

[@svssudeeksha]

HI! Today is my day 2 of watching this playlist and your daughter is so cute. I guess she is almost 3 now! Your videos are amazing!!

[@y2taner429]

Just had to stop drawing for a second to say thank you. I am so proud of myself. thanks to your videos for the help :)

[@bellebreeze]

The Portrait of Olga was an amazing exercise. It actually turned out nice enough to add some colour. :) Thank you!

[@jeutdraw3021]

halo gemini neils... lets connected,

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[@mathemophile9126]

Hey! Thank you so much for putting suchan amazing course out there... I have just started to draw and trying to learn it but I was very confused and was going after perfection.. all the time and due to which I drew really less but because of your course I am drawing more and not going after perfection but simply enjoying... I've never done a potrait but today trying to draw a potrait upside down.. was really fun and it turned out better than expected... thank u again.. really looking forward to learning more... ❤

[@zhozan13]

Thanks for these instructions drawing. It helps when you remind us to use the timer to not get stuck on trying to make it perfect.

[@mandyenderle2749]

I loved the first class and wanted to say thank you i’m usually very hard on myself but i was actually able to get a laugh at myself thank you so much I can’t wait for the next class i find drawing relaxing

[@MarkowskyArt]

Wow!!! I’m sooo happy to hear this! Keep that positive mindset as you continue and the whole world of art will open up to you!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@manabj]

2nd day of my class. the blind drawing was fun 😀

[@valeraef9097]

as someone who has adhd i have put ur 1st lesson on and got sucked it it. so fun, so veriative, noboring stuff! snd veary easy to follow and you also explain art wisdom, very happy to listen and learn from you. will continue with these lessons trying to do at least 1a week or more. thank you so much.

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Thank you so much for your course, I want to get into architecture so want to improve sketching and drawing while in high school. May God bless you for your generocity

[@PNWwonder]

Your video popped up as a suggestion, I am so thankful it did. I am a textile artist that’s been attempting drawing. Thank you so much for offering this course.

thanks for the lessons! I'm learning things that i would never have come across otherwise

[@thepassionatesoul1802]

I had fun drawing the three dancers blindly! and the Ogla turned out fairly good! I'm loving this playlist! thank you!

[@cathybhandar]

Hey Michael.... finally getting organized to do the drawing classes and really enjoying them. especially liked seeing Edie at 8 months old! thanks as always for sharing your talents. :)

[@montetiger866]

Thank you. I am disabled drawing on an iPad whilst doing this course. Really enjoyable and comforting

[@user-nv9lj4zh8b]

Thank you for these free classes. I appreciate it.

[@Tpig_arts]

Is this is really helpful I mean can you see the improvements in your drawing coz giving that much time should get a better result so once again can you see the improvements and it is really worth it or not?

[@shingon666]

Thank you for this! I'm learning how to draw after almost 10 years since my last art class and I'm enjoying every second of it. I loved the blind drawing! It came out even better than the copied one, lol. The middle dancer looks like a bodybuilder 🤣

[@11natalie28]

I was a little scared to really dive in thinking an hour would be too much for me because its hard for me to just sit and draw for an hour, but here I am 2-3 hours later still drawing. I love these so much, I draw digitally so its easier to keep track of everything, and the videos still work great/are easy to follow along

[@nelsondanthy]

You my man are a legend. This tutorial will help so so many.

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thank you my friend! I’m happy to help encourage more people to express themselves creatively! Imagine how much better of a world we’d live in if everyone had a creative outlet!

[@Lucky05127]

This course is far better then a paid courses love it

[@offgridRC]

I am doing this class with a carpenters pencil, and a composition book. I'm having a blast. I'll be upgrading to a sketch book very soon!

[@MarkowskyArt]

Sweet! That’s why I love drawing; any tool will do the job! Keep going and never stop!

[@tecnium1298]

I just applied for the Facebook group :) I have always been terrible at drawing... to the point of not being able to draw a decent stickman. Now, at my sixteen, I realized that I want to learn at least the basics, and I found this course to be incredibly helpful. Just two videos in, I've been able to make things I didn't even think were possible for me! Thank you for creating such an incredible resource!

[@jeutdraw3021]

tecnium.... halo lets connected, I love drawing,,,

[@littlemoonillustrations4372]

Thank you so much... just jumped into this second episode after finishing the first one and can't believe I've been drawing along with you for 3 hours... this was super amazing...totally lost track of time...many many thanks🙏🙏🙏❤

[@TubeDaLube]

Im a 50 year ooooold norwegian man who finaly want to turn my stick man kinder garden drawing skils up a tiny notch,just found you`r channel here....and I must say THANK YOU a million times,you are a fantastic teacher,so easy to understand and follow...and a great motivator Thank you and keep up the great work....All the best to you and you`r family

[@Raina6465]

Hi, Dokken, - I'm nearly 30 yrs olderrrr than you, but if I didn't look in the mirror, I'd never know it. In the thumbnail, I'm left and my youngest is right, 10 yrs ago. I'm loving this course. I'm also taking algebra at Kahn academy. Now do you not feel so oooold??? Keep growing, guy.

[@TubeDaLube]

@@Raina6465 So true :-) I know age is just a number....just pointed out my age since it might be a bit late to start to learn drawing/painting,even though I do know it is never to late hehe.Thumbs up for you,impressive hope I have the same umph in 30 years...all the best to you and keep learning 👍

[@user-cr1os4dk3l]

My first time here Michael and I am really enjoying it,,,,,,,, I used to draw many years ago but unfortunately work got in the way, you know what I mean,,, I'm sure you will understand,,,,,,, Getting back to basics is not a bad thing,,,,,,, I will be attending your classes more now I'm retired if you will have me,,,,, Thank you so much,,,, (Paul in Cornwall UK)

[@swaggytho7705]

i did all your excercies and even the warm up draw. it's fun! also help me to improve my hand movement

[@Lorama31]

I am so glad I found this channel at the beginning of my journey. Thanks a lot for the lessons! I hope one day reaching 40th lesson

[@shnbrn9736]

the last 2 are so hard hahahaha didn't skip ads, this is my way to repay you :)) edie is so cute

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thanks again for watching and helping out the channel in your own way! Everything gets easier the more you do it! Keep going!

[@sage4061]

Love the classes, drawing upside down is a revaluation! Your daughter is too cute ☺️ thanks for sharing, yes it’s good to have no other people looking at my scribbles…😅

[@marypartridge5154]

Just a wonderful teacher I really want to learn to paint with you. I like you as you draw dark and are not too fussy about your own drawings. So many on utube just show off how good they are and it leaves us feeling dis heartened. I have some blindness connecting these shapes. Thank you so much.

[@okiagari]

I've been to arguably some of the darkest corners of the internet, so seeing this gives me just a little more hope for humanity.

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thank you and welcome to the sunny corner of the internet! 😂❤️

[@learnwithcathhh]

Another video watched! Looking forward for the next lesson!

[@DurgeshSah-rk4lk]

Really love your classes sir ❤

[@ANIMETOR-ml9ek]

2nd day joining the class very inspiring and learn about value of practicing shapes. gonna join the 3rd next class today😄and thank you for the lesson sir.

[@MaltassGamingOfficial]

Your videos are amazing! I’m homeschooled and I don’t really have access to art classes such as these, keep up the good work!

[@jarhar007]

Thank you for making the machine noises. That alone would make this video worth it. Also, thank you for the excellent art instruction.

[@Gordengmr]

its been a few days since i started the first episode. work and life had me exhausted but today im starting this one! I plan to get through all 40 eventually

[@unananaful]

This was very fun! I had a drawing book I was trying to follow and got stuck/bored on the shapes section. You helped me get through it and I'm excited to learn more!

[@jeutdraw3021]

unananaful... lets connected, I Love drawing,,,

[@ziaahmad8738]

i tried portrait of olga and it turned out pretty good, thanks for the course.

[@annapetryniec3645]

Thank you for your intructions, I will keep trying to do better in drawing. Practice, practice...

[@BewareOfMpreg]

Thank you for sharing this to the public, one of my new years resolutions is to get back to drawing.

[@tatyanapinto6437]

Excellent classes!!! Thank you. I am enjoying them thoroughly.

[@BeniboJohnson]

I feel seen in this class, Thank you Laoshi 😊

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I really love your video's! I have been drawing sinds I was 10j old but never really learned how to so your video's really help with my technics! Thank you for putting them online for free! Much love from Belgium ❤

[@Robert-pk4jj]

I like how his studies are the goofy, not so super amazing, easy pieces of art to make you feel invincible.

[@itech3210]

My upside down drawing came out really good than I expected... Thank you

[@anacreativeplaysuport]

Awesome work. Such an amazing piece. Keep up the great work.

[@fitz1050]

Oh wow, I should've seen this sooner. But now that I have nothing to do during summer, it's good to have something to do during these days.

[@nyein7806]

OMG!!! I love this class!! Just loving the air here

[@Middleagegame]

Just finished the second class.. The upside drawing really took the stress off getting the image exactly perfect.. Thanks for the video

[@MarkowskyArt]

Thanks Wayne! I'm glad that that technique was helpful for you! I'm a big believer in trying to make art less stressful, so that we can break through to the fun part of art-making!

[@quartzquantum7530]

I have loved learning how to draw using this video to do it! That was awesome!🥰

[@pro-pm6nq]

I know it's been like 3 years but thank you so much for this course!

[@Tanoaproductionsfiji]

Hi Mike! Thank you for such great lessons. I'm learning from scratch and so far am loving your lessons and the experience! keep up the great work! Bula from Fiji!

[@daria8962]

Thank you Michael! These lessons are helping me to structure my learning and finally start doing what I wanted to do for a long time! PP donation to reflect me gratitude is to follow

[@daria8962]

Also I can't believe I have drawn those famous pieces under your's and alarm's time pressure! It turned out recognisable and I am in owe :)

[@Arsh18727]

Thank you for your exercises and your great lesson, I’m really happy that I found your channel

[@bobbykuriacose2054]

I am Hannah from India,and I liked your classes so much...

[@LoneMoein]

Your videos are really fun and easy to follow. I feel bad about having access to your content for free. Thank you so much!

[@joshcaley3145]

Brilliant video. Having so much fun with this course

[@wilmervargas3898]

love your classes ! thank you !

[@rodolforossler]

Thanks for the class!!

[@livandati3497]

This was a really interesting class thank you so much I've learned alot

[@mandyenderle2749]

i love this series he makes it so easy and fun to learn

[@durangedindividuals129]

Thank you for the lesson. I enjoyed the lesson and doing the drawing.