DRAWING (2) - NATURAL OBJECTS
NAME:_______________________
LESSON FOCUS:
This lesson focuses on drawing three natural objects from direct observation, in pencil.
VOCABULARY:
Blending: Technique of shading through smooth, gradual application of dark values.
Cast Shadows: Shadows cast by shapes onto other surfaces.
Crosshatching: A drawing technique using sets of crisscrossing, parallel, and overlapping lines
to create areas of differing degrees of darkness.
Hatching: Technique of shading with a series of fine parallel lines.
Pattern: A principle of design in which combinations of lines, colors and shapes are used to
show real or imaginary things. Pattern may also be achieved by repeating a shape, line or color.
Pencil: Drawing and writing tool that consists of a slender, cylindrical casing around a marking
substance.
Rendering: The careful and complete drawing or painting of an object, place, or person to make
it appear realistic.
Shading: The use of light and shadow to give a feeling of depth.
Sketch: A drawing done quickly in preparation for a finished artwork.
Texture: The element of design that refers to the quality of a surface, both tactile and visual.
Value: An element of design that relates to the lightness and darkness of a color or tone.
PROCEDURE:
 Choose a natural object to draw.
 Place your object on the table in front of you.
 Do several sketches on 6”x 6” manila sketch paper.
 Try drawing it from several different angles. You may enlarge the object to better fill the
space or take the object off the tops and sides of the paper.
 Choose your strongest drawing and trace onto good paper.
 Finish, using a variety of pencils. You must have a wide range of values. Try to match the
textures of the object you chose.
 Once you have finished the first one, repeat the procedure two more times using two new
objects. You will have a total of three drawings.
MATERIALS:
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Sketchbook
Three different natural objects
6”x 6” manila sketch paper
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6”x 6” White drawing paper (three pieces)
Assorted drawing pencils
Erasers