Using The Prospek - Learning to Draw Basics

This video explains how I use my proportional divider as a teaching aid as I learn how to draw and replicate images in either a smaller or larger scale.
Do you want to learn how to draw? I do, and I've tried other methods. From experience, don't use a light board or a projector because they'll only teach you to copy. Copying isn't drawing. You'll thank me later.
The proportional scale divider is an affordable tool should be in every artists toolkit, so if you don't have one, I highly encourage you to locate and purchase one.
I have the link to purchase this on my website.
jeffwspencer.com/store/art-sup...
Music Courtesy of EpidemicSound.com
ALERT I uploaded this video a second time. The first time - the video frame would stop during play, audio wouldn't match video, and general FUBAR. Come to find out - this has been happening across the KZbin platform for the last 24hours or so. No comment from Google or KZbin on the status of the platform, but "it's not my video" is my story, and I'm sticking to it

[@jeffwspencer]

At the time of uploading - the KZbin platform is experiencing technical issues with video freezing and audio sync issues. I uploaded this video a second time thinking it might be my codec or OS - but alas.... it's youtube and a widespread problem.

[@jeffwspencer]

A day later and KZbin passed word that they fixed the upload issue. They are now fixing the thousands of videos that were uploaded and have the issue is going to take some time. I'm just going to leave this video up - and upload a second version with updated information regarding the plastic prospek took (still under $10) that I found at Jerry's Artarama.

[@jeffwspencer]

And the youtube issues are fixed! finally.

[@jeffwspencer]

Patxo Cycle Co. yup, they certainly are “deprorable”. But I have bacon. So, we be good. 👍😁

[@jeffwspencer]

@@saveriovarela1826 I give that a 2 on a 10 scale for troll bait. Nice attempt though. But, you should work on your insult repertoire ..... something like "Ok Boomer" may raise your score,. Writing "you are an asshole" to someone you don't know is kinda lame. It also speaks more about your own character than anything derogatory that I could write, so that's that. I hope you find a better way and have a better day. C-ya.

[@lizkolodziej9159]

As a new artist , you did a great job in letting us see how to use a proportional divider. And showing the tricky angles where you need to pay attention.......thank you

[@jeffwspencer]

Thank you Liz. I sincerely appreciate your feedback and letting me know. I've much to learn.

[@IPASAustralia]

Thanks for taking time to make and post this video. A very useful tool for artists.

[@jeffwspencer]

Thank you for watching and the feedback! I appreciate your comment.

[@sherrysusan]

Excellent demo! Also love the music in the background, very relaxing ~

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks Sherry!

[@joannabatherson6783]

Thank you for this excellent video; you certainly gave great tips from start to finish.

[@jeffwspencer]

Thank you Joanna. I appreciate your letting me know your thoughts.

[@alfalfemme]

Thank you for showing me how to use a proportional divider!

[@jeffwspencer]

Thank you for your comment - just remember - there are other methods, and the smaller proportional divider (little red thing) is actually better for drawying IMHO. Have fun!

[@jackiegarroutte8970]

@@jeffwspencer what little red thing ? ?

[@jeffwspencer]

@@jackiegarroutte8970 speaking about a much smaller more affordable alternative and not as troublesome as the large one I was using. You can find it on Amason at amzn.to/2olpoGB

[@sheilacoleman3627]

So helpful! Well explained!

[@bluegreensubmarine]

Your video quality is excellent! Thanks for the tips.

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks very much! I'm happy that you enjoyed it! =)

[@Wingman115]

Good stuff thanks for sharing.

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks for watching and glad you found it useful.

[@janek.baudino6175]

Excellent video... appreciate the contract of your enlargement...thank you...I learned so much.

[@jeffwspencer]

Thank you Jane. I'm very happy that you found it useful!

[@mariog3302]

Muchas gracias por mostrarnos como usar esta excelente herramienta. Justo acabo de hacer un divisor proporcional casero basado en otro video y me ha servido mucho tu video para empezar a usarlo.

[@jeffwspencer]

Cuando tenga tiempo, ¿cree que puede hacer un video de su divisor proporcional casero? Sería interesante ver una herramienta de bricolaje en acción. ¡Gracias por ver!

[@Artchick1972]

This is great. Usually I use the grid method but I am going to try this

[@jeffwspencer]

I have used the grid method as well. I think you'll be happy that you tried this method --- it's pretty solid.

[@veronicagreen6180]

Thank you, so helpful!, I have it,but I didn’t know how to used it, I’m going to try it..

[@jeffwspencer]

I'm happy that you found it useful --- it's a great tool for "learning" --- as I'm doing myself.

[@publicopinion3596]

Thanks for sharing have a great year!

[@jeffwspencer]

Well it’s 2020 - so there’s that. Lol. But thank you for the positive message. You too!

[@peppierecords7208]

What a brilliant tool....and very pleasing demo...loved it....and loved ur eagle or parrot whatever the breed you made roughly.....hahhaha...fun....prospek can change the breed too.

[@jeffwspencer]

According to some, it was a dog. Lol! Thanks -appreciate your feedback!

[@megquinlisk4406]

So helpful thank you!!

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks for watching my early lame attempt to demonstrate my wholly inaccurate and unprofessional attempt to use this very useful tool! 😁

[@karzanfaridon6100]

Thank you very much that is helpful,

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks for watching!

[@deblaurenson2971]

Thanks, will certainly get one

[@jeffwspencer]

Get the smaller one from Jerry's Artarama unless you need the large size. I have both now, and the smaller version is not only more affordable, but doesn't need to be modified with a rubber washer to make it stick at a setting and not come lose.

[@jackiegarroutte8970]

Thank you!!

[@jeffwspencer]

Glad you found it helpful!!

[@joseluisvergarazavaleta1030]

muchas gracias por compartir maestro

[@jeffwspencer]

Jose Luis Vergara Zavaleta de nada mi amigo! 👍

[@matthaverly98]

Great video! I heard that if you add a washer underneath the tightening nut, that it will not loosen the nut when you open/close the divider. Just wanted to pass that along! :)

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks Matt!

[@VictoriaThorntonArtist]

Next time please skip the music. So distracting!! But I appreciate you taking the time to create this and teach what you've learned so far. We can all learn something. Thanks

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks for your feedback. I appreciate it. As you say, we can all learn something - and that includes how to editing video. Thanks again! =)

[@ColonelSandersLite]

I recently got the Pixiss version of the proportional divider (an identical piece of plastic also trades under several different names - YARKOR, Accurasee, and Trobing to name a few) and after seeing this video, I really wish I went with the one shown here instead. The Pixiss version is thinner and lighter, which is good, but they took it too far so it's a bit floppy and has problems with warping. Also the locking wedge design of the Pixiss version is garbage and while the Derwent's locking nut may not be perfect it's certainly going to be much better.

[@jeffwspencer]

Just noticed that I didn't reply to your comment. I used a rubber washer on the Derwent to keep it at a setting. 😀

[@OmegaF77]

To prevent the screw from loosening, you could put Loctite blue on it.

[@SL33P-WALK3R]

Why not just weld it permanently?👍

[@InLawsAttic]

Thank you! May I ask what did you use to draw on your wood?

[@jeffwspencer]

Sure. It’s a chalk pen. Any craft store or even an educator or teacher supply store will have them. Works great on chalk board for classroom use too! 👍😁

[@mitjademitrijcernac9204]

the drawing just shows you winging it! Internet is full of people telling other people what they can't do themselves

[@jeffwspencer]

Comments such as this is why I said as much - I’m learning to draw and this tool has helped me. You may have noticed I was using a chalk pen and drawing on my desk. But - you be you. Regardless, thanks for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@OBCANOGY1]

Try a little harder anytime you are trying to demonstrate something - PLEASE!!

[@norma9829]

Mmmmm la cabeza quedo muy rara, pero es buena herramienta.

[@rodneyzurek4900]

Just put a small rubber washer on the divider screw!

[@jeffwspencer]

I tried that some time ago - didn't work too well. but a rubber washer, spacer and another rubber washer fixed it. =). Thanks for the suggestion though!

[@juliettelite3048]

nice but this background music is very anoying because its too loud , its hard to understand you

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks - yes, I figured out correct audio ducking a few weeks after I made this video. I'm sorry about that..... My art is not the only thing that's a work in progress. =)

[@juliettelite3048]

I mentioned that because it think it will help other too,

[@xuabua1844]

Ingat.... Ada allah....

[@ZetaReticulian]

You’re using these ALL KINDS of WRONG LOL 😂 🤦‍♂️ if you using Proportional devisers, the ideas that should never come to mind are “somewhere in there” or “ something like that”. Your measurements should be taken both vertically AND and parallel to your proportional edges or “aspect ratio” as your calling it here. Good quality production otherwise. I see what you where going for here and if you just get the lessons down more accurately you could actually provide a quality service to the YT art scene. 🤠 see Jason Morgan’s Wildlife Art channel for a GREAT explanation on how to properly use these with a high degree of accuracy. After all that is the very reason an artist would want to utilize such a tool.

[@jeffwspencer]

Thanks for your honest feedback and head check. =) I'm not an artist --- just trying to be better than yesterday. My caveat was, as someone learning how to draw, that my attempt at using proportional dividers was not to be precise. I do understand what you say. I'll try to do better when I retry this at some point in the future. As someone with no formal training in art - I'll try. =) I do, however, like Mark Carder's use of the tool as well. Thanks again.

[@mischabe3]

Sorry but not a great drawing.

[@jeffwspencer]

Sachie Reid I agree with you - my intent wasn’t to make a great drawing but to demonstrate how I use a prospect to define proportions and a starting point. . You’ll notice I was using my tabletop and a chalk pen. Thanks for watching.