Glossary : how to draw

Vanishing Point

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:34:00 GMT

In perspective, the point at which a set of lines appear to converge.

Silverpoint

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:31:00 GMT

A drawing medium which utilizes a piece of silver or other type of metal wire held in a lead or handmade holder. The gauge of wire used is somewhat determined by an artist’s preference. The drawing surface, usually firm paper or a lightweight board must be smooth and coated with gesso or gouache.

Shading

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Darkening an area of a drawing or painting.

Shadow

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Partial darkness or obscurity within an area of space.

Plumb Line

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:24:00 GMT

An undeviating vertical line used as a reference when determining alignment. It is often used in drawing the human figure.

Linear Perspective

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:20:00 GMT

TA method of representing a three-dimensional object or volume of space on a flat surface using real or suggested lines that converge at points at the horizon or eye level.

Horizon Line

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:15:00 GMT

A horizontal line that runs across the paper or canvas to represent the viewer’s eye level or delineate where the sky meets the ground.

Focal Point

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:12:00 GMT

The area in a composition to which the viewer’s eye is naturally drawn.

Direct Light

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:05:00 GMT

Light that shines directly on the subject from the light source, producing strong highlights and deep shadows.

Conté Crayon

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:04:00 GMT

They are waxier than soft pastels and come in degrees of hardness, making them easy to control.

Cast Shadow

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:59:00 GMT

Shadow of an object on an adjacent in which its outline is distorted.