The next step for finalizing this artwork is with watercolors. This medium is quite an astounding paint substance that can be thin and transparent or thick and opaque.

Watch and you will see the process from light washes of colors to thick shadow shapes.

Here's a scan of the final artwork.

Ink is one of the oldest mediums. There are many types of inks to use, but the most common is India ink.

Originally made in China. only called "India ink" due to trade exports, this ink is permanent and waterproof when dry. Carbon black (collected soot from burning wood) is mixed with shellac to create a very durable medium.

The conclusion to my last illustration: adding the background.

Backgrounds tell another part of the story. They set the subject in a location, grounding them to the surrounding world. I implore you all to carefully consider your background in the next work of art you make.

Seeing as many of you really enjoy using markers to create art, I figured I'd do the same. Of course, what would an illustration such as this be without one of everyone's favorite characters.

May the force be with you.

This video is an extension of the lessons about two-point perspective. In those we first make a cube, then we go a step further and make MANY forms in perspective.

Finish everything off with some light and shadow and a little environment. Now we have a completed drawing.

Do you have any pets at your home? Any favorite animals that you just can't get enough of? Well now is the time to draw their portrait.

Get a photograph of your animal, or of a favorite animal, and set yourself up to make a great drawing. My tips are to draw what you see, start light, work towards dark.

Today's drawing session is all about dinosaurs! So, here is how this will work. Below are links to the reference images I drew from. Open them on your device, use regular printer paper and a pencil, draw what you see. The challenge is to draw the dinosaur very large so they fill the paper.

This time I have a challenge for you. I'll reveal the topic at the beginning of the video. Then, after watching, I want you to draw TEN different versions!

Can you guess what I'm drawing in this video? I'll write the topic at the end. After watching the video, draw your own version and send it to my email below.