"Anyone can learn to draw!"
The "anyone" is you. Master artist RA Byrnes is ready to prove it.

In these video programs he will guide you through every step from the first mark on a blank page to the beautiful finished drawing. Using simple progressive drawings and clear descriptions, RA not only covers the basics, but also gives insider tips and shortcuts that every artist uses. You'll also build your powers of observation and visual acuity. Watch this video with a pencil and paper handy - and you'll find that drawing is easy to do and genuinely satisfying.

Tools and Materials (11:00 min)

All materials used are presented along with ways to maximize their potential. A pencil's history and grading system are explained. The pros and cons of soft vs hard are demonstrated along with the resolutions of problems to be anticipated. Why and how to choose different types and grades of paper are explained. Different types of erasers are demonstrated and also shown how effective they can be used as drawing tools. Erasing shields and templates are recommended for clean-up on detailed and highly finished drawings.

About This Download

This download is for the Tools and Materials section only (part 5 of 5) which runs for 11:00 min and is 99 MB. Lesson Downloads come as .M4V files that you can watch at your leisure on your computer or iPod. You can find the other 4 sections of this series at their respective pages (see below) or we can ship you the full Drawing Made Easy program on DVD for you to play in any computer or DVD player!