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Drawing is an artistic expression that helps people communicate ideas and express feelings. It originated thousands of years ago with early cave paintings and rock art. Drawing developed over time and was used by ancient civilizations for communication, documentation, and artistic expression. There are various drawing mediums like pencil, ink, crayon, pastel and chalk that artists use to create unique effects. Pencil and ink have been commonly used drawing tools for hundreds of years while chalk may be one of the oldest mediums dating back to early cave paintings.

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Visual Arts Notes

Drawing is an artistic expression that helps people communicate ideas and express feelings. It originated thousands of years ago with early cave paintings and rock art. Drawing developed over time and was used by ancient civilizations for communication, documentation, and artistic expression. There are various drawing mediums like pencil, ink, crayon, pastel and chalk that artists use to create unique effects. Pencil and ink have been commonly used drawing tools for hundreds of years while chalk may be one of the oldest mediums dating back to early cave paintings.

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Drawing is an artistic expression.

It is created with making of lines into paper or


other materials where the representation of the visual world is expressed.

By doing a drawing a drawing it helps a person to express his/her feeling and


creates an art.

Origin of Drawing is believed to have originated thousands of years ago,


with evidence of early drawings found in cave paintings and rock art created by ancient
civilizations. These early drawings served various purposes, such as recording events,
communicating ideas, and expressing cultural beliefs.

The origins of drawing can be traced back to prehistoric times when early
humans used simple tools like sticks or charcoal to create marks on surfaces such as
cave walls or animal skins. These early drawings often depicted animals, hunting
scenes, or symbols representing important elements of their daily lives.

As human civilizations developed, drawing became more refined and purposeful.


Ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans used drawing as a
means of communication, documentation, and artistic expression. In these cultures,
drawing was closely linked to writing systems, as seen in hieroglyphics or
ancient Greek and Roman art.

Medium of Drawing refers to the materials and tools used to create a drawing.
There are various mediums that artists can use to create drawings, each with its unique
characteristics and effects. Some common mediums of drawing include:
 Pencil
 Ink
 Crayon
 Pastel
 Chalk

Pencil usually made of graphite, have been in existence in their modern form
since 1795. They have the advantage of allowing artists to erase work in case of errors
and are used almost ubiquitously around the world today for all kinds of drawings.
Ink Pens and other ink-based drawing tools have existed in some form or
another for at least five thousand years, dating back to ancient Egypt. Art can be made
with many different kinds of pens, including ballpoint pens, gel pens, calligraphy pens,
markers, highlighters, and more.

Chalk There is evidence that chalk has been used as an art medium since the
earliest cave paintings, making it potentially the oldest art medium used by humans.
Chalk is a highly versatile drawing medium that can be used on many surfaces.

Crayon are often associated with children, but some serious adult artists
have also used crayon to great effect in their drawings. Crayons are made of wax dyed
with color pigment.

Pastel are thin sticks of pigment that provide a non-greasy, malleable color.
They have been in use since at least the 16th century and are popular for creating
impressionistic artwork. They are also commonly used in life drawing.

Landscape This type of art depicts the natural world, focusing on the
ground and sky as well as trees, mountains, and water. These kinds of art typically do
not include people or animals, and tend not to include buildings or man-made structures
at all.

Portrait is a drawing of a human face, creating a visual representation of a


person's face or head, often emphasizing their unique characteristics and expressions.

Cartoon drawing refers to the creation of illustrations or artwork that depict


simplified and exaggerated representations of people, animals, objects, or imaginary
characters. It is a style of drawing that often emphasizes humor, playfulness, and
storytelling.

Natural realistic drawing is a style of art that focuses on creating


highly detailed and accurate representations of natural subjects. Artists strive to capture
the appearance, texture, and intricate details of objects found in nature with precision
and lifelike accuracy.
Sketch, traditionally a rough drawing or painting in which an artist notes down
his preliminary ideas for a work that will eventually be realized with greater precision
and detail.

Abstract drawing is a style of art that does not attempt to represent an


accurate depiction of visual reality. Instead, it focuses on expressing emotions,
concepts, or ideas through non-representational forms, colors, lines, and shapes.
In abstract drawing, the emphasis is on the arrangement and composition of
these elements to create a visual language that is open to interpretation.

Decorative drawing refers to a style of art that focuses on creating


visually appealing and ornamental designs. It is often characterized by intricate
patterns, repetitive motifs, and decorative elements. The primary purpose of decorative
drawing is to enhance the aesthetic appeal of an object, surface, or space.

Advertising drawing Advertising drawing refers to the creation of


visual illustrations or artwork specifically designed for promotional purposes in
advertising campaigns. It involves the use of artistic techniques and visual elements to
communicate messages, attract attention, and persuade audiences to engage with a
product, service, or brand.
Landscape drawing
Portrait drawing
Cartoon drawing
Natural realistic drawing
Sketch drawing

Abstract drawing
(Midhun Mohan)
Decorative drawing
Advertising drawing
Pencil
Ink
Crayon
Pastel
Chalk

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