Week 5: Shape – The Graphic Element

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Instructor: Sheldon Borenstein
Subjects: Drawing
Topics: Anatomy, Composition, Human Figure, Sketching
Mediums: Charcoal Pencil, Conté, Fountain Pen, Paper, Pastel Pencil
Duration: 41m 42s

In week five, instructor Sheldon Borenstein will teach you the importance of shape in your drawings. You will learn how to recognize shapes in every object; it helps build a solid structure and creates a strong sense of design for your composition.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.

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