In this lesson, you will learn how to set up a still life with master designer Bill Perkins; he will teach you how lighting and local value play a significant role in your still life. Then, instructor Heather Lenefsky will demonstrate how to develop thumbnails of different compositions for your still life drawings.

This lesson belongs to the course Drawing Foundations I. This course is designed to empower new students with a structured approach to learning how to draw. Join instructors Steve Huston, Chris Legaspi, Heather Lenefsky, Catherine Bobkoski,  Bill Perkins, Joshua Jacobo, and Mark Westermoe as you learn the fundamentals of perspective, rendering, and composition. After completing this course, you will develop a solid foundation in drawing.

Throughout this course, explore our Interactive Courses format. Submit assignments via our Digital Campus or Jotform/email, and receive tailored feedback. Enhance your understanding with this interactive approach. Learn more: https://live.nma.art/interactive-courses/.