1000 days of My journey of traditional art. DAY 1 How to hold the pencil?

Alright guys, welcome to this new video where I'm trying out a different format. As you can see, I'm not using my hands and sketchbook to show you how I learn art. Now, I know this channel is called "Learn Digital Art," but I want to get serious about learning art in general. I want to go through the process of attending art school and truly mastering the basics. As they say, you need to learn the rules in order to break them. I love mixing different art styles and experimenting with technology, so learning art seriously from scratch will allow me to explore new techniques and potentially integrate traditional art into digital art. That's why I've started this series, even though my channel is focused on digital art. I believe it's important to have a dedicated playlist where I learn traditional art techniques and apply them to my digital art videos.

If you want to follow along and learn art from scratch with me, join me on this journey. All you need for now is some basic traditional art supplies: a sketchbook, a pen, and an eraser. Personally, I prefer using a soft eraser that can be shaped into different forms for subtle shading. I also have charcoal, which I experiment with, but for beginners, starting with a regular pencil is sufficient. If you want, you can use a pencil sharpener to get a sharp tip, but be careful not to apply too much pressure and break the tip.

Now, let's get started on our journey. Today, I learned a new way of holding the pen when drawing traditionally. Normally, I tend to hold the pencil in a tripod position, using three fingers. However, I discovered that this method can make it difficult to create light and subtle lines, especially when erasing. So, I've learned a new technique where you pinch the pen between most of your fingers and move your arm instead of your wrist. This allows for smoother and more controlled lines, making it easier to erase if needed.

Another important lesson I learned is to focus on the bigger picture and not get too caught up in the details when starting a drawing. Gradually, you can shift your attention to the smaller details, but initially, it's important to establish the overall composition and proportions. This approach helps create a more cohesive and balanced artwork.

That's all for today's lesson. I hope you found it helpful. Stay tuned for the next video, and remember, we're learning art together on this channel. See you soon!