✍️ Week 1 – Mastering the Basics
I’ve just wrapped up the first week of my month-long challenge to rebuild my art skills from the ground up starting with lines and simple shapes.
It might not sound exciting, but honestly, it’s been more challenging and more rewarding than I expected.
Here’s what Week 1 looked like:
• Practicing straight lines, curves, Ovals, Circles, Squares, Etc
• Learning to draw with my shoulder, not just my wrist
• Focusing on accuracy, consistency, and control
• Following exercises from Brent Eviston on Skillshare
Progress has been slow at times, and yes, a little frustrating, but I’m already starting to notice a difference. My lines are a bit steadier. My shapes are a bit more confident. Most importantly, I’m starting to enjoy the process again.
No finished drawings, no big results yet, but that’s okay. This is the foundation I skipped the first time, and I’m finally giving it the time it deserves.
If you’ve gone through this phase before, how did you stay motivated?
If you’ve got any favourite drills or exercises for beginners, feel free to send them my way.
Week 2 begins. Let’s keep going one line at a time.