Want to Draw Cheeks, Noses, and Chins? Start with a Sphere
Drawing the rounded parts of the face -- cheeks, noses, and chins -- starts with understanding how to draw the surface of one single object: a sphere.…
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Before You Try to Sell Your Art, Know These Things
Thinking of selling your art through commissioned pieces? Lee Hammond has some general rules you should know.
This Drawing Medium Isn’t Just For Kids
If you want to try your hand at creating fine art with crayons, here are a few pointers from artist Lee Hammond.
4 Simple Steps to Drawing from Life
Drawing from life will help you develop as an artist, whether you choose to put your skills to the test out in nature or in your studio.
Art Advice and List of 2017 Workshops with Lee Hammond
Find the current schedule for art workshops with Lee Hammond here, including her classes on acrylic, graphite drawing, colored pencil and more.
How to View Your Photo Reference for Accurate Drawings
Our photo reference gives us all the information we really need but often we lack the focus to truly analyze it properly. Here are some tips.
The Importance of a Good Photo Reference and What to Avoid
Tips for successful portraits: Lee Hammond explains what to avoid when using a photo reference for painting people and pets.
Butterflies and Birds in Colored Pencil and Pastel
Learn how you can use colored pencil and pastel together for drawing realistic birds and butterflies.
Why We Make Art | Lee Hammond
In this inspiring blog post, artist and author Lee Hammond explains why we make art, and why it might be the greatest thing one can do.
How to Draw a Rose
Artist Lee Hammond explains how to draw a rose with graphite in this free mini-lesson on flower drawing for beginners.
Field Trip! Drawing Animals at the Zoo
Lee Hammond discusses the benefits of drawing animals and plants at the zoo, a perfect place to sketch and practice art.
Drawing With the Next Generation
Lee Hammond gives advice on how to share your love of drawing with children.
To Project or Not to Project – That Is The Question | Drawing for Beginners
Artist Lee Hammond discusses ways to create accurate drawings, including using the grid method, a plumb line, and the controversial projector.
Drawing: What Kind of Paper Should You Use?
In my classes, there's a consistent question that comes up: “What is the best drawing paper that I should use for this drawing?” There are so many…
The Value of Paintings vs Drawings | Art Business
Lee Hammond answers an art business question on the value of oils, watercolors, pastels, and drawings.