A value sketch is an essential tool for creating great art. Simple demo of my style, Peter Sheeler

Feeling quite guilty for not posting in some time and decided I had to do something and do it quick.

One of the most important skills for any artist is the ability to work in black and white and capture the true values in a scene.

A value sketch is an essential tool for creating great art.

Every established artist I know loves to work in black and white.

This is not a tutorial on value sketching. It is simply a demonstration of my quick techniques.

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PEN: Uni-ball deluxe micro pen

2H and 4B pencil

PAPER: Card stock

Arches 140lb Hot Press Paper for this Video.
My papers of choice include Arches and Fabriano 140lb Hot press and Cold press paper and Strathmore 500 series Sketchbooks. All are 100% cotton rag.
For beginners, I recommend starting with a high quality paper and experimenting with different types. As your style develops, you'll get a feel for which type is best. Waiting to switch to a better quality paper later will be much like learning to paint all over again.

Music by:
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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