Pencil drawings for sketchbook

Sketches are now created not only by professional artists, but also by people who are simply fond of creativity. For beginners, it is best to use pencils for drawing in such a notebook. In this case, the person will always have the opportunity to correct the imperfections of the drawing.

The simplest drawings for a sketchbook are flowers and other plants. You can quickly learn how to create such lightweight sketches. There are a lot of sources of inspiration for such pictures in the surrounding world.

• Home flowers. You can learn how to make beautiful sketches by taking inspiration from the plants that are at home. It is worth sketching flowers at different times of the year and from different sides.

• Spring primroses... Many artists experience particular inspiration in the spring, when beautiful flowers bloom around. Magnolia, cherry or sakura, sketched in black and white, looks pretty. Such drawings will help to capture some bright moments from life.

• Landscapes... You can also capture beautiful landscapes on paper. These can be forests, rivers or mountains. Such pictures are best drawn from life. This makes them more personal.

In the sketchbook, you can draw both full-fledged portraits and certain parts of the body. A notebook like this is a great place to practice. This is where you can learn how to draw eyes, faces or lips.

Aspiring artists can practice drawing their loved ones. This is best done from nature. So it will be possible to understand how a person's emotions and facial expressions change.

In the sketchbook, you can also sketch your favorite characters, as well as heroes of films or TV series.... It is convenient to do this while watching some interesting stories. Many creative people especially like to draw some kind of fantasy or fairy-tale characters. They can always be complemented with unusual outfits, ears or tails.

You can fill in your sketchbook with any unusual sketches. The main thing is that the artist himself should like them. In this case, it will be quite easy for him to learn how to draw interesting sketches from scratch.

For most people, delicious food evokes pleasant associations. Therefore, in your sketchbook, you can sketch your favorite dishes. These can be delicious pizzas, cakes, or burgers. It is very easy to learn how to draw such sketches.

There is also a place for sketching recipes in a notebook. On paper, you can step by step depict the process of preparing any dish. Solid sketches can be colored with simple pencils or watercolor pencils. The main thing is to draw them carefully.

You can supplement the thematic drawing with inscriptions and a step-by-step explanation of the recipe.... There is a place in your notebook for both time-tested dishes and experimental ones.

People who are fond of travel often take a sketchbook with them on the road. In this case, they always have the opportunity to sketch beautiful buildings or streets. To create such simple pictures, a novice artist should prepare only a small notebook, an eraser and a pencil.

You can sketch various architectural objects both in a cafe and on the road. A sketchbook is a great place to create sketches, which can then grow into more complex and interesting drawings.

You can sketch from nature while walking around the city or traveling, you can also various birds or stray animals. They are great living models for aspiring artists. The same can be said for your pets.

Having learned how to draw simple animals and birds, you can start creating more unusual and exotic creatures.... Fans of marine-themed drawings should pay attention to art with turtles, dolphins or other inhabitants of the underwater world.

In addition to common household items or animals, you can also draw something abstract in your sketchbook. The process of creating these patterns allows you to practice hatching and feathering. Solid pencil drawings can be complemented with vibrant red, blue, or green details.

This drawing technique is suitable for those who like to create fashionable sketches or architectural sketches.

In a sketchbook, you can also capture the process of changing seasons. Such sketches are usually also drawn from life. In the process of creating them, it is important to pay attention to various little things: the location of shadows, clouds, as well as plants moving under the influence of the wind.

It's a great idea to capture all four seasons in one spread. There you will immediately see what your favorite corner of the city looks like at different times of the year.

An aspiring artist who plans to learn how to draw with pencils in a sketchbook needs to put together a basic set of materials.

1. Notebook... To create beautiful drawings, it is important to buy a sketchbook with good thick paper. It can be either white or cream. The size of the notebook depends on the needs of the artist. If a person travels often, a small sketchbook will come in handy.To create large sketches, you will need a larger notebook.
2. Pencil... It is worth choosing for work not one, but two or three pencils. It is best that they have different degrees of hardness. Novice artists are advised to buy pencils, not by sets, but by the piece. In this case, you do not have to spend money on unnecessary art tools.
3. Colour pencils. For accents, you can additionally use regular colored or watercolor pencils. In this case, the finished work will look brighter and more interesting.
4. Eraser... In order not to damage the paper, artists are advised to use quality erasers that can easily erase unnecessary lines.

In the process of drawing, it is worth adhering to simple rules.

1. Novice artists shouldn't be afraid to sketch their first works. It helps to understand how to create the right pictures. In the process, you can add some of your own details to the picture.
2. Having learned how to create simple sketches, you can proceed to more complex sketches.... At this time, it is already worth trying to draw pictures from nature. Particular attention should be paid to sketching animals and people in motion.
3. To create beautiful drawings, it is important to learn how to sharpen pencils correctly.... This is best done with a sharp knife. With a properly sharpened pencil, you can draw both very thin and thick lines.
4. It is always recommended to have a list of interesting ideas and things on hand that you can draw at any time.... You can write them right on the back page of your sketchbook.

Pencil drawings in a notebook can be made in different styles.

The most popular are simple realistic drawings. With pencils, you can draw both portraits and various landscapes or architectural sketches. Drawing realistic drawings will significantly improve your skills and learn how to create complex and interesting art.

Some fairy-tale characters can also become sources of inspiration. They can be both mythical and heroes of legends. Such drawings will captivate creative individuals. Once you've learned how to draw famous characters, you can start creating your own.

With simple pencils, you can try to draw and sketch in a tattoo style. Beginners will love the stylish flower or animal designs. You can complement such art with different geometric shapes, as well as colored strokes. Drawings are usually kept very small.

Don't be afraid to experiment while creating your sketches. A sketch pad is a great opportunity to practice and develop your artistic skills.

See the video below for drawing ideas.