(3399,2,'2016-09-18 12:39:13','2016-09-18 19:39:13','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3398\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3398 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Pic 1 - A dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Pic 2 - The eraser stretched out. Pic 3 - The eraser folded upon itself. Pic 4 - A cleaner kneaded eraser after repeating the process.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3397\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 12:39:13','2016-09-18 19:39:13','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3400,2,'2016-09-18 12:40:16','2016-09-18 19:40:16','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3398\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3398 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Pic 1 - A dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Pic 2 - The eraser stretched out. Pic 3 - The eraser folded upon itself. Pic 4 - A cleaner kneaded eraser after repeating the process.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 12:40:16','2016-09-18 19:40:16','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3401,2,'2016-09-18 15:11:25','2016-09-18 22:11:25','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3398\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3398 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Pic 1 - A dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Pic 2 - The eraser stretched out. Pic 3 - The eraser folded upon itself. Pic 4 - A cleaner kneaded eraser after repeating the process.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 15:11:25','2016-09-18 22:11:25','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3404,2,'2016-09-18 15:33:27','2016-09-18 22:33:27','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 15:33:27','2016-09-18 22:33:27','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3405,2,'2016-09-19 05:02:18','2016-09-19 12:02:18','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">I find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.</p>\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-autosave-v1','','','2016-09-19 05:02:18','2016-09-19 12:02:18','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3407,2,'2016-09-18 16:07:46','2016-09-18 23:07:46','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 16:07:46','2016-09-18 23:07:46','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3406,2,'2016-09-18 15:59:54','2016-09-18 22:59:54','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 15:59:54','2016-09-18 22:59:54','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3412,2,'2016-09-18 20:07:04','2016-09-19 03:07:04','','how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-img_0210','','inherit','open','closed','','how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-img_0210','','','2016-09-18 20:07:04','2016-09-19 03:07:04','',2939,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-IMG_0210.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(3410,2,'2016-09-18 17:41:27','2016-09-19 00:41:27','Alright guys, you know the deal. For some reason I’m back again. Well if you think about it, there’s no way I could just do <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/draw-an-eye-with-colored-pencils/\">a tutorial on colored pencil for the eyes</a> and just leave it at that. Couldn’t leave you guys feening for more, so I had to come back to do more facial features with the colored pencil despite my scanner having other plans. Yes people, it still wants to rebel against my colored pencil tutorials, but I think I found a way to get around it. So break out your colored pencils (except the Sargent brand colored pencils) and let’s get started.\r\n\r\nToday we will be focusing on the nose. This will be a quick tutorial; there’s not much to say about it except that it’s that big bump in the middle of your face that could make you look nice or ugly. I’m not going to get into all that; this is all about how to draw that ugly thing in the middle of your face. As you can see, I do a very basic drawing of one large curve that is aimed downward accompanied by smaller curves that are above the bigger curve. This is the same technique I use to show any student who wants to learn how to draw the face. The nose can be the most challenging because the angle of the face/head will affect the shadow and tone on the nose and therefore change the look and arrangement of it.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2940 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0001-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0001\" width=\"262\" height=\"98\" />\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHere I actually take a tortillion and add some darkness to the nostrils. I do not need to add black; the graphite on the tortillion is believable enough. Usually when dealing with black on a colored pencil piece, I have a choice of using the graphite in the pencil or a black colored pencil. It really doesn’t matter. It just depends on how I feel that day. I also add curves that will serve as edges of the nose and take away some of the bulb end of the nose with a Blu Tack eraser. I also smudge the edges to illustrate some shadow. I want it to be as realistic as I can get it, so I get rid of the hard lines and soften them.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2941 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0002-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0002\" width=\"266\" height=\"206\" />\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOK here is when I experienced the scanner wanting to do its own thing and my work was set back some, but as I did in <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/draw-an-eye-with-colored-pencils/\">the tutorial of the eye</a>, I just used my camera to get the picture. I’m really not sure which one I used for this picture, but the important thing is it got done one way or the other. Here I started using Prismacolor Dark Brown – the intention was to make it an African-American nose, but it’s going to end up being some alien purple creature nose.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-2942 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/IMG_0210-271x300.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0210\" width=\"271\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\nAs the picture illustrates, you want to add some markings in the middle of the nose but only to one side to show light reflection or lighter skin tone to the other side. Also, round out the bulb of the nose by rounding out the color near the edge of the nose but leaving some room for light reflection. Add the same skin tone to the wings of the nostrils and leave some light separations between the nostril wings and the bulb of the nose. Deepen the color on the nose some and you’re practically finished.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2943 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0003-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0003\" width=\"246\" height=\"278\" />\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2944 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0004-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0004\" width=\"246\" height=\"278\" />This is optional. As I said in the eye tutorial, I do this part when I want to smooth out an art piece that was done in colored pencil, crayon, or chalk. Again here you want to load the image onto your computer and use the painting program that you have loaded on it. In this case, I have PaintShop Pro and I use the smoothing brush. It’s not perfect but it makes it look better and smoother.\r\n\r\nWant to try another? Let’s go for it!\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-2945 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0005-1-255x300.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0005\" width=\"255\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis is one is a must but a simple one. We’re going to draw the nose from a different angle – sideways, simple and easy. Look and follow what the illustration shows. Use a tortillion to add some darkness to the nostril and use it again to shade in a curve that will show the winged part of the nostril.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-2946 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0006-1-253x300.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0006\" width=\"253\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\nHere I started adding some dark brown to the underside of the nose and some peach beige to the rest of the nose even though you can’t see it that well – yes people, my scanner was in its rebel stage again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-2947 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0007-1-229x300.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0007\" width=\"229\" height=\"300\" />Here I just deepen and blend the color some so that it was more believable.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-2948 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0008-229x300.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0008\" width=\"229\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\nLast stage, I smoothed it out on the computer and it’s somewhat complete. It would look more believable if a face was added to it but one thing at a time. One must crawl before one can walk.','Drawing the Nose in Colored Pencil','','inherit','closed','closed','','2939-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 17:41:27','2016-09-19 00:41:27','',2939,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/2939-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3415,2,'2016-09-18 20:22:43','2016-09-19 03:22:43','Alright guys, you know the deal. For some reason I’m back again. Well if you think about it, there’s no way I could just do <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/draw-an-eye-with-colored-pencils/\">a tutorial on colored pencil for the eyes</a> and just leave it at that. Couldn’t leave you guys feening for more, so I had to come back to do another facial feature with the colored pencil despite my scanner having other plans. Yes people, it still wants to rebel against my colored pencil tutorials, but I think I found a way to get around it.\r\n\r\nWith that said, today we will be focusing on the nose. This will be a quick tutorial; there’s not much to say about it except that it’s that big bump in the middle of your face that could make you look nice or ugly. I’m not going to get into all that; this is all about how to draw that thing in the middle of your face.\r\n\r\nSo break out your colored pencils (except the Sargent brand colored pencils) and let’s get started.\r\n<h2>Drawing a Nose in Colored Pencil from the Front</h2>\r\nAs you can see, I do a very basic drawing of one large curve that is aimed downward accompanied by smaller curves that are above the bigger curve. This is the same technique I use to show any student who wants to learn how to draw the face.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2940 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0001-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0001\" width=\"262\" height=\"98\" />\r\n\r\nThe nose can be the most challenging because the angle of the face/head will affect the shadow and tone on the nose and therefore change the look and arrangement of it.\r\n\r\nHere I actually take a tortillion and add some darkness to the nostrils. I do not need to add black; the graphite on the tortillion is believable enough. Usually when dealing with black on a colored pencil piece, I have a choice of using the graphite in the pencil or a black colored pencil. It really doesn’t matter. It just depends on how I feel that day.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2941 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0002-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0002\" width=\"266\" height=\"206\" />\r\n\r\nI also add curves that will serve as edges of the nose and take away some of the bulb end of the nose with a Blu Tack eraser. I also smudge the edges to illustrate some shadow. I want it to be as realistic as I can get it, so I get rid of the hard lines and soften them.\r\n\r\nOK here is when I experienced the scanner wanting to do its own thing and my work was set back some, but as I did in <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/draw-an-eye-with-colored-pencils/\">the tutorial of the eye</a>, I just used my camera to get the picture. I’m really not sure which one I used for this picture, but the important thing is it got done one way or the other.\r\n\r\nHere I started using Prismacolor Dark Brown – the intention was to make it an African-American nose, but it’s going to end up being some alien purple creature nose.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3412 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-IMG_0210-272x300.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-img_0210\" width=\"272\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs the picture illustrates, you want to add some markings in the middle of the nose but only to one side to show light reflection or lighter skin tone to the other side.\r\n\r\nAlso, round out the bulb of the nose by rounding out the color near the edge of the nose but leaving some room for light reflection.\r\n\r\nAdd the same skin tone to the wings of the nostrils and leave some light separations between the nostril wings and the bulb of the nose. Deepen the color on the nose some and you’re practically finished.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2943 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0003-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0003\" width=\"246\" height=\"278\" />\r\nThis is optional. As I said in the eye tutorial, I do this part when I want to smooth out an art piece that was done in colored pencil, crayon, or chalk. Again here you want to load the image onto your computer and use the painting program that you have loaded on it. In this case, I have PaintShop Pro and I use the smoothing brush. It’s not perfect but it makes it look better and smoother.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2944 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0004-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0004\" width=\"246\" height=\"278\" />\r\n<h2>Drawing a Nose in Colored Pencil from the Side</h2>\r\nWant to try another? Let’s go for it!\r\n\r\nThis one is a must but a simple one. We’re going to draw the nose from a different angle – sideways, simple and easy. Look and follow what the illustration shows.\r\n\r\nUse a tortillion to add some darkness to the nostril and use it again to shade in a curve that will show the winged part of the nostril.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2945 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0005-1-255x300.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0005\" width=\"255\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHere I started adding some dark brown to the underside of the nose and some peach beige to the rest of the nose even though you can’t see it that well...yes people, my scanner was in its rebel stage again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2946 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0006-1-253x300.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0006\" width=\"253\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHere I just deepened and blended the color some so that it was more believable.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3413\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-Scan0007-1-229x300.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-scan0007-1\" width=\"229\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLast stage, I smoothed it out on the computer and it’s somewhat complete. It would look more believable if a face was added to it but one thing at a time. One must crawl before one can walk.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-3414\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-Scan0008-229x300.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-draw-a-nose-with-colored-pencils-scan0008\" width=\"229\" height=\"300\" />','Drawing the Nose in Colored Pencil','','inherit','closed','closed','','2939-revision-v1','','','2016-09-18 20:22:43','2016-09-19 03:22:43','',2939,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/2939-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3411,2,'2016-09-18 19:48:47','2016-09-19 02:48:47','Alright guys, you know the deal. For some reason I’m back again. Well if you think about it, there’s no way I could just do <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/draw-an-eye-with-colored-pencils/\">a tutorial on colored pencil for the eyes</a> and just leave it at that. Couldn’t leave you guys feening for more, so I had to come back to do another facial feature with the colored pencil despite my scanner having other plans. Yes people, it still wants to rebel against my colored pencil tutorials, but I think I found a way to get around it.\r\n\r\nWith that said, today we will be focusing on the nose. This will be a quick tutorial; there’s not much to say about it except that it’s that big bump in the middle of your face that could make you look nice or ugly. I’m not going to get into all that; this is all about how to draw that thing in the middle of your face.\r\n\r\nSo break out your colored pencils (except the Sargent brand colored pencils) and let’s get started.\r\n<h2>Drawing a Nose in Colored Pencil from the Front</h2>\r\nAs you can see, I do a very basic drawing of one large curve that is aimed downward accompanied by smaller curves that are above the bigger curve. This is the same technique I use to show any student who wants to learn how to draw the face.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2940 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0001-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0001\" width=\"262\" height=\"98\" />\r\n\r\nThe nose can be the most challenging because the angle of the face/head will affect the shadow and tone on the nose and therefore change the look and arrangement of it.\r\n\r\nHere I actually take a tortillion and add some darkness to the nostrils. I do not need to add black; the graphite on the tortillion is believable enough. Usually when dealing with black on a colored pencil piece, I have a choice of using the graphite in the pencil or a black colored pencil. It really doesn’t matter. It just depends on how I feel that day.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2941 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0002-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0002\" width=\"266\" height=\"206\" />\r\n\r\nI also add curves that will serve as edges of the nose and take away some of the bulb end of the nose with a Blu Tack eraser. I also smudge the edges to illustrate some shadow. I want it to be as realistic as I can get it, so I get rid of the hard lines and soften them.\r\n\r\nOK here is when I experienced the scanner wanting to do its own thing and my work was set back some, but as I did in <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/draw-an-eye-with-colored-pencils/\">the tutorial of the eye</a>, I just used my camera to get the picture. I’m really not sure which one I used for this picture, but the important thing is it got done one way or the other.\r\n\r\nHere I started using Prismacolor Dark Brown – the intention was to make it an African-American nose, but it’s going to end up being some alien purple creature nose.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-2942 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/IMG_0210-271x300.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0210\" width=\"271\" height=\"300\" />\r\n\r\nAs the picture illustrates, you want to add some markings in the middle of the nose but only to one side to show light reflection or lighter skin tone to the other side.\r\n\r\nAlso, round out the bulb of the nose by rounding out the color near the edge of the nose but leaving some room for light reflection.\r\n\r\nAdd the same skin tone to the wings of the nostrils and leave some light separations between the nostril wings and the bulb of the nose. Deepen the color on the nose some and you’re practically finished.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2943 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0003-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0003\" width=\"246\" height=\"278\" />\r\nThis is optional. As I said in the eye tutorial, I do this part when I want to smooth out an art piece that was done in colored pencil, crayon, or chalk. Again here you want to load the image onto your computer and use the painting program that you have loaded on it. In this case, I have PaintShop Pro and I use the smoothing brush. It’s not perfect but it makes it look better and smoother.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2944 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Scan0004-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scan0004\" width=\"246\" height=\"278\" />\r\n<h2>Drawing a Nose in Colored Pencil from the Side</h2>\r\nWant to try another? Let’s go for it!\r\n\r\nThis one is a must but a simple one. We’re going to draw the nose from a different angle – sideways, simple and easy. 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If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). 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Part 1','','inherit','closed','closed','','3480-revision-v1','','','2017-05-16 05:18:13','2017-05-16 12:18:13','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3480-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3482,2,'2017-05-16 05:20:29','2017-05-16 12:20:29','','Ann-01','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">\"Ann\" - Part 1</a>','inherit','open','closed','','ann-01','','','2017-06-15 19:07:32','2017-06-16 02:07:32','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-01.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(3485,2,'2017-05-16 05:34:15','2017-05-16 12:34:15','','Ann-post-ref','','inherit','open','closed','','ann-post-ref','','','2017-05-16 05:34:15','2017-05-16 12:34:15','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(3484,2,'2017-08-01 04:20:33','2017-08-01 11:20:33','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220160806\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[one_half]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 1</strong>                   <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\n\nIn this <strong>first video session</strong> of the series, we will:\n<ul>\n 	<li>Discuss selection and preparation of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=00m15s\">00:15</a></li>\n 	<li>Apply a grid to the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=04m47s\">04:47</a></li>\n 	<li>Prepare a grid for our drawing paper.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=14m26s\">14:26</a></li>\n 	<li>Discuss the materials we plan to use throughout the entire \"Ann\" series.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=30m13s\">30:13</a></li>\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h11m50s\">1:11:50</a></li>\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h24m45s\">1:24:45</a></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\n\n[/one_half_last]\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\n\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\n\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\n\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\n<ul>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\n</ul>\n[/one_half]\n\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\n<ul>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\n</ul>\n[/one_half_last]\n\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 1','','inherit','closed','closed','','3480-autosave-v1','','','2017-08-01 04:20:33','2017-08-01 11:20:33','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3480-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3418,2,'2016-09-19 04:37:21','2016-09-19 11:37:21','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-19 04:37:21','2016-09-19 11:37:21','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3417,2,'2016-09-19 04:32:20','2016-09-19 11:32:20','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-19 04:32:20','2016-09-19 11:32:20','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3416,2,'2016-09-19 04:28:51','2016-09-19 11:28:51','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-19 04:28:51','2016-09-19 11:28:51','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3420,2,'2016-09-19 04:45:03','2016-09-19 11:45:03','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-19 04:45:03','2016-09-19 11:45:03','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3419,2,'2016-09-19 04:41:04','2016-09-19 11:41:04','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.                                                                                                                                                                                                         [/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-19 04:41:04','2016-09-19 11:41:04','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3421,2,'2016-09-19 04:57:45','2016-09-19 11:57:45','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\nI find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.\r\n\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? Here\'s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know','','inherit','closed','closed','','3366-revision-v1','','','2016-09-19 04:57:45','2016-09-19 11:57:45','',3366,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3366-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3422,2,'2016-09-19 05:01:52','2016-09-19 12:01:52','[caption id=\"attachment_3379\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3379 size-full\" title=\"me\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-intro\" width=\"400\" height=\"275\" /></a> A kneaded eraser has many uses, especially for realistic art like portrait drawing.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have ever known anyone who draws pencil portraits or other types of pencil art, maybe you have heard them mention using a kneaded eraser. If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">I find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.</p>\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? 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If you are a regular reader of tutorials <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/\">here on this site</a>, then you have undoubtedly seen the kneaded eraser mentioned on more than one occasion.\r\n\r\nBut just exactly what is a kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nThis article will explain everything you may have ever wondered about a kneaded eraser, from what it is to how to use it and clean it. We\'ll even talk about different brands of kneaded erasers and how to make a kneaded eraser at home.\r\n<h2>What Is a Kneaded Eraser?</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3380\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3380 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"400\" height=\"295\" /></a> This is what a new kneaded eraser looks like before it is \"kneaded\" into different shapes.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMerriam-Webster states the <a href=\"http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kneaded%20eraser\" target=\"_blank\">kneaded eraser definition</a> as “a soft pliable eraser of unvulcanized rubber used especially to remove graphite or charcoal marks from drawing paper”.\r\n\r\nIn actuality, a kneaded eraser is known for removing not only graphite pencil and charcoal marks but also chalk and pastel markings.\r\n\r\nSo what\'s so special about that? There are many other types of erasers that can \"remove...marks from drawing paper\". Well, the kneaded eraser has some specific purposes and abilities that are very useful, valuable, and frankly difficult for most other erasers to measure up to.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is especially good at removing some of the graphite (for example) and purposefully leaving traces of the graphite on the paper for artistic effects, such as with reflected light or a midtone area that needs to be a slightly lighter value.\r\n\r\nKneaded erasers are fantastic for pulling brighter highlights out of tight areas. A kneaded eraser is often used to ensure that the whitest whites are reserved for areas such as the highlights of the eyes and portions of the whites of the eyes and teeth.\r\n\r\nThe kneaded eraser is used in a similar fashion to pull highlights out of hair. Additionally, some artists use the kneaded eraser to carefully rub out loose strands of hair that overlap the general mass of hair on the head.\r\n\r\nSome artists even use a kneaded eraser as one might use clay to make a model of an object to sketch!\r\n<h2>How to Use a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nIf you\'d like to know how to use a kneaded eraser to achieve some of the artistic effects mentioned above, it often comes down to molding the eraser into a particular shape. Some tasks call for a rounded corner similar to a typical eraser. Some tasks call for a thin wedge. Other tasks require that the kneaded eraser be twisted into a point.\r\n\r\nYou can mold the eraser into these different shapes back and forth as you go along. Alternatively, you can mold it into a shape like the one below before you begin your project.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3381\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3381\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-useful-shapes\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> Mold a kneaded eraser into a rounded corner, thin wedge, or a pointy tip for a variety of effects.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">I find that my kneaded eraser naturally begins to develop into a shape similar to this over time.</p>\r\nRead on for a few examples that can be applied to portrait drawing.\r\n<h3>Lightening Up a Midtone Area with a Rounded Corner</h3>\r\nLet\'s say you have applied some graphite to a skin tone and smoothed it out with a tortillion. Now, you realize that you want to make that area appear a little bit lighter in value.\r\n\r\nSimply use a rounded corner or edge of your kneaded eraser to carefully pick at the area that you want to lighten. Don\'t rub vigorously as you might do with a traditional eraser. Rather, almost think of it as you would \"blot\" a stain out of a carpet.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3382\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3382 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-midtone\" width=\"800\" height=\"232\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is invaluable for creating transitioning values from midtones to highlights on the skin.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Making Reflected Light with a Kneaded Eraser\'s Thin Wedge</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Reflected light is light that is reflected off of a nearby surface. It is usually evident along an edge where an object is curving away from the foreground. Reflected light plays a significant role in creating the illusion of three-dimensional realism.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To make reflected light with your kneaded eraser, first shape your eraser into a thin wedge like this.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3383\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3383\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge\" width=\"600\" height=\"419\" /></a> Form your kneaded eraser into a thin wedge to make a tiny sliver of reflected light along the edge of an object.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then carefully and lightly tap or rub with short upstrokes your kneaded eraser along the edge of the object. In this example, I used a kneaded eraser to create reflected light along the edges of an ear. This helps to bring out a natural contrast of values and to realistically separate the forms.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3390\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"306\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3390\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-for-an-ear\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" /></a> A kneaded eraser can create reflected light along an edge for a three-dimensional effect.[/caption]\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Using a Pointy Kneaded Eraser for an Eye Highlight</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To pick out a tiny area of highlight, such as the highlight of an eye, twist your kneaded eraser into a point.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3384\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3384\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" /></a> A pointed tip on a kneaded eraser can lift graphite out of tight spots.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Then tap the area to make it white. Often times, you will intentionally leave this area white to begin with and shade around it. When you blend the graphite around it, some of the graphite will go into the area you leave white. The kneaded eraser helps to remove this blended graphite and also make for a natural transition.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Most eye highlights traditionally look round inside of the iris. You can see how a pointy kneaded eraser could have pulled out this highlight.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3391\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"400\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3391\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-pointy-tip-round-eye-highlight\" width=\"400\" height=\"379\" /></a> The tip of the kneaded eraser removes graphite that gets into the highlight.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At other times, a reference photograph may dictate <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-an-eye-realistically-part-4-of-4/\">a different shape for an eye highlight</a>. In the example below, you\'ll notice a square highlight in the eye. Within this square highlight, there are shadows cast by the eyelashes. There is also a round point of bright white that is barely noticeable within the square...a sort of \"highlight within a highlight\" if you will. This bright point was pulled out with the tip of a kneaded eraser.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3393\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-3393 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights.jpg\" alt=\"what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-other-eye-highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" /></a> Notice how the kneaded eraser is just as good at sharpening up edges as it is with pulling out highlights.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The arrows in this picture show a few other areas around the eye that the edge of a kneaded eraser helped to create. Most notable are the sharp edge of the iris against the white of the eye, the lower eyelid rim, and the wrinkles in the skin surrounding the eye.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Use a Kneaded Eraser for Drawing Hair</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Realistic hair is drawn in layers. It is a process that involves laying down tones, blending the tones together, pulling out highlights, and repeating. The kneaded eraser does the job of pulling out the highlights. I mostly use a kneaded eraser shaped into a thin wedge <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/why-its-okay-to-make-a-drawing-of-a-girl-crying/\">to accomplish this</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3394\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-use-a-kneaded-eraser-thin-wedge-hair.jpg\" alt=\"A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.\" width=\"800\" height=\"331\" /></a> A kneaded eraser is a must-have for adding life to layers when drawing hair.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the above example, I used a kneaded eraser to make the part in the hair, the highlights in the various sections of hair, and to accent a few stray hairs.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How to Clean a Kneaded Eraser</h2>\r\nAs you use your kneaded eraser, you will find that it accumulates all of the graphite or charcoal you apply to it. That might leave you wondering how to clean a kneaded eraser.\r\n\r\nWell, there\'s no set way to truly get it clean. However, you can give a kneaded eraser the appearance of being clean by making new, clean spots on it and using it again and again.\r\n\r\nThis is achieved by doing exactly what the name implies...kneading the eraser. To do this, simply pull on the eraser so it stretches and fold it over upon itself to find a clean spot.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3403\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"800\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-3403\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-how-to-clean-a-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - You are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" /></a> Step 1 - Take a dirty, spotty kneaded eraser. Step 2 - Pull and stretch the kneaded eraser out. Step 3 - Fold the kneaded eraser upon itself. Step 4 - Smooth it out and you are done! If you want, repeat the process to make the kneaded eraser even cleaner.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Repeat this process as often as you want. You will notice the kneaded eraser getting smoother and lighter in color as you continue to pull and fold it over.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Brands of Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nThere are different brands of kneaded erasers from which you can choose. Some artists have preferences for certain brands because they notice advantages and disadvantages between the brands.\r\n\r\nWhich brand is the best kneaded eraser?\r\n\r\nSome like the Sanford Design kneaded eraser because they think it can best hold its shape if molded into an edge or a point. I have heard of other artists stating a preference for the Faber-Castell kneaded eraser, claiming that it does a better job of pulling the medium off of the drawing paper.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"sanford-design-kneaded-eraser-faber-castell-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"488\" height=\"184\" /></a></p>\r\nIn my personal opinion, I don\'t notice a significant enough difference between brands to justify one being better than the other. I am currently using a <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\">Prismacolor kneaded eraser</a>. I am very satisfied with its ability to hold its shape as well as its ability to pull graphite.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\" http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3397 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/prismacolor-kneaded-eraser.jpg\" alt=\"prismacolor-kneaded-eraser\" width=\"250\" height=\"180\" /></a></p>\r\nUltimately, the best kneaded eraser comes down to your personal preference; that is, if there is even a best kneaded eraser at all.\r\n<h2>Making Kneaded Erasers</h2>\r\nIf you have ever wondered what kneaded erasers are made of, they can be broken down into a few key components. One ingredient include factice, which is a soft rubbery substance that is derived from vegetable oil. Other common kneaded eraser ingredients include natural rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and coloring agents.\r\n\r\nA kneaded eraser is a very inexpensive art tool. However, if you are very frugal and do not want to buy one, and if you have lots of time on your hands, you can make your own.\r\n\r\nHere is how to make a kneaded eraser...\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you will need a regular eraser and a pad of sticky notes. Take one sticky note and flip it over so the sticky glue side is facing up.\r\n\r\nRub the eraser on the sticky part of the sticky note. Rub firmly enough that eraser shavings are coming off of the eraser and the glue is coming off of the sticky note, yet rub gently enough so that you do not tear the sticky note.\r\n\r\nGather the eraser shavings together. Repeat this process with all of the sticky notes. Clump the pile of eraser shavings together, and now you have a homemade kneaded eraser!\r\n<h2>The Best Eraser for Drawing</h2>\r\nThere are many erasers available to a pencil artist with a variety of purposes. Now that you know the answer to the question \"What is a kneaded eraser?\", you may be wondering how it measures up to the multitude of other art erasers.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in a very general sense, it\'s my opinion that the best eraser for drawing pencil art is hands-down the kneaded eraser. It does wonders for creating realistic effects. It is very adaptable and user-friendly, allowing you to remove just the right amount of graphite for your needs. Speaking from my own personal experience, I get at least twice the use out of my kneaded eraser than I do out of all of my other erasers combined!\r\n\r\nIf you have never used a kneaded eraser before, I suggest picking one up and experimenting to see what it can do. Once you get accustomed to using a kneaded eraser, it will be difficult to imaging going without one!','What Is a Kneaded Eraser? 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If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 2','','inherit','closed','closed','','3559-revision-v1','','','2017-06-15 15:53:21','2017-06-15 22:53:21','',3559,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3559-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3585,2,'2017-06-15 17:05:09','2017-06-16 00:05:09','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220160806\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 1</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>first video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss selection and preparation of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=0m15s\">00:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Apply a grid to the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=4m47s\">4:47</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Prepare a grid for our drawing paper.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=14m26s\">14:26</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Discuss the materials we plan to use throughout the entire \"Ann\" series.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=30m13s\">30:13</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h11m50s\">1:11:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h24m45s\">1:24:45</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 1','','inherit','closed','closed','','3480-revision-v1','','','2017-06-15 17:05:09','2017-06-16 00:05:09','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3480-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3586,2,'2017-06-15 17:09:30','2017-06-16 00:09:30','','Ann-03','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">\"Ann\" - Part 3</a>','inherit','open','closed','','ann-03','','','2017-08-05 11:35:23','2017-08-05 18:35:23','',3578,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Ann-03.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(3587,2,'2017-07-30 12:42:35','2017-07-30 19:42:35','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221490900\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[one_half]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 3</strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\"></a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\n\nIn this <strong>third video session</strong> of the series, we will:\n<ul>\n 	<li>Continue adding tones to the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1m03s\">01:03</a></li>\n 	<li>Add tones to the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=25m38s\">25:38</a></li>\n 	<li>Add tones to the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=36m10s\">36:10</a></li>\n 	<li>Add tones to other areas of the face.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h7m00s\">1:07:00</a></li>\n 	<li>Add tones to the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h27m05s\">1:27:05</a></li>\n 	<li>Add tones to the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h36m00s\">1:36:00</a></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\n\n[/one_half_last]\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\n\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\n\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\n\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\n<ul>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\n</ul>\n[/one_half]\n\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\n<ul>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\n</ul>\n[/one_half_last]\n\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 3','','inherit','closed','closed','','3578-autosave-v1','','','2017-07-30 12:42:35','2017-07-30 19:42:35','',3578,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3578-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3589,2,'2017-06-15 17:57:37','2017-06-16 00:57:37','','Ann-04','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">\"Ann\" - Part 4</a>','inherit','open','closed','','ann-04','','','2017-08-01 06:53:42','2017-08-01 13:53:42','',3579,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Ann-04.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(3590,2,'2017-07-30 12:44:39','2017-07-30 19:44:39','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221587120\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[one_half]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 4</strong>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\n\nIn this <strong>fourth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\n<ul>\n 	<li>Add tones to the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1m00s\">01:00</a></li>\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her right side.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=33m45s\">33:45</a></li>\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her left side and her nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=49m10s\">49:10</a></li>\n 	<li>Blend the tones in the mouth area.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h1m00s\">1:01:00</a></li>\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h14m15s\">1:14:15</a></li>\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h23m30s\">1:23:30</a></li>\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h38m10s\">1:38:10</a></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\n\n[/one_half_last]\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\n\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\n\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\n\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\n<ul>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\n</ul>\n[/one_half]\n\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\n<ul>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\n</ul>\n[/one_half_last]\n\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 4','','inherit','closed','closed','','3579-autosave-v1','','','2017-07-30 12:44:39','2017-07-30 19:44:39','',3579,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3579-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3591,2,'2017-06-15 18:36:45','2017-06-16 01:36:45','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221587120\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 4</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fourth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1m00s\">01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her right side.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=33m45s\">33:45</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her left side and her nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=49m10s\">49:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones in the mouth area.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h1m00s\">1:01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h14m15s\">1:14:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h23m30s\">1:23:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h38m10s\">1:38:10</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 4','','inherit','closed','closed','','3579-revision-v1','','','2017-06-15 18:36:45','2017-06-16 01:36:45','',3579,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3579-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3592,2,'2017-06-15 19:05:14','2017-06-16 02:05:14','Welcome! Here you will find a collection of video series containing full-length, step-by-step tutorials for drawing people. Each series shows you every pencil stroke of a drawing from start to finish with thorough explanations.\r\n\r\nTo get the maximum benefit from this collection, choose a series to watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through the entire drawing. Take your time and work at your own pace. Pause as needed, and pick up where you left off. There is so much to be learned by applying so much time and practice to a single drawing! After you finish one series, choose another series and do it all again!\r\n\r\nAlternatively, if you have certain trouble spots with portrait drawing in general, scan the images below and select one with features similar to what you are trying to achieve. Each image below is the final result of that stage of the drawing. Each video is accompanied with a description of what you can find covered in that video, so you should have no trouble finding the help you need.\r\n\r\nCome back here often. Videos will be added once a week, and the variety of subject matter will continue to expand!\r\n\r\n[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]\r\n<h2>Helping Hands</h2>\r\nThis video series walks you through the steps of a realistic pencil drawing of two hands holding each other. We use the grid method with a light box and graphite pencils.\r\n\r\nTOTAL RUNNING TIME: TBD\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"4\" size=\"full\" ids=\"3710,3711,3712,3713\"]\r\n\r\n[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Ann-series.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-3730 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Ann-series-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<h2>\"Ann\"</h2>\r\nThis video series shows you how to achieve a realistic graphite pencil portrait of a woman we call \"Ann\". We make use of the grid method with a light box and a mechanical pencil.\r\n\r\nTOTAL RUNNING TIME: 16 hours, 20 minutes\r\n\r\n[gallery size=\"full\" columns=\"4\" ids=\"3482,3560,3586,3589,3678,3680,3682,3684\"]','Full-Length Video Tutorials','','publish','closed','closed','','full-length-video-tutorials','','','2017-08-05 22:29:26','2017-08-06 05:29:26','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=3592',0,'post','',0),(3593,2,'2017-06-15 19:04:19','2017-06-16 02:04:19','<h2>\"Ann\"</h2>\r\n[gallery size=\"full\" link=\"none\" ids=\"3482,3560,3586,3589\"]','Full-Length Video Tutorials','','inherit','closed','closed','','3592-revision-v1','','','2017-06-15 19:04:19','2017-06-16 02:04:19','',3592,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3592-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3594,2,'2017-06-15 19:08:37','2017-06-16 02:08:37','<h2>\"Ann\"</h2>\r\n[gallery size=\"full\" ids=\"3482,3560,3586,3589\"]','Full-Length Video Tutorials','','inherit','closed','closed','','3592-revision-v1','','','2017-06-15 19:08:37','2017-06-16 02:08:37','',3592,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3592-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3595,2,'2017-08-05 22:28:16','2017-08-06 05:28:16','Welcome! Here you will find a collection of video series containing full-length, step-by-step tutorials for drawing people. Each series shows you every pencil stroke of a drawing from start to finish with thorough explanations.\n\nTo get the maximum benefit from this collection, choose a series to watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through the entire drawing. Take your time and work at your own pace. Pause as needed, and pick up where you left off. There is so much to be learned by applying so much time and practice to a single drawing! After you finish one series, choose another series and do it all again!\n\nAlternatively, if you have certain trouble spots with portrait drawing in general, scan the images below and select one with features similar to what you are trying to achieve. Each image below is the final result of that stage of the drawing. Each video is accompanied with a description of what you can find covered in that video, so you should have no trouble finding the help you need.\n\nCome back here often. Videos will be added once a week, and the variety of subject matter will continue to expand!\n\n[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]\n<h2>Helping Hands</h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_3713\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/helping-hands-04.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-3713\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/helping-hands-04-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" /></a> <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/helping-hands-part-4/\">Helping Hands - Part 4</a>[/caption]\n\nThis video series walks you through the steps of a realistic pencil drawing of two hands holding each other. We use the grid method with a light box and graphite pencils.\n\nTOTAL RUNNING TIME: TBD\n\n[gallery columns=\"4\" size=\"full\" ids=\"3710,3711,3712,3713\"]\n\n[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]\n\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Ann-series.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-3730 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Ann-series-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" /></a>\n<h2>\"Ann\"</h2>\nThis video series shows you how to achieve a realistic graphite pencil portrait of a woman we call \"Ann\". We make use of the grid method with a light box and a mechanical pencil.\n\nTOTAL RUNNING TIME: 16 hours, 20 minutes\n\n[gallery size=\"full\" columns=\"4\" ids=\"3482,3560,3586,3589,3678,3680,3682,3684\"]','Full-Length Video Tutorials','','inherit','closed','closed','','3592-autosave-v1','','','2017-08-05 22:28:16','2017-08-06 05:28:16','',3592,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3592-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3603,2,'2017-07-13 08:44:45','2017-07-13 15:44:45','','copy test','','inherit','closed','closed','','3599-revision-v1','','','2017-07-13 08:44:45','2017-07-13 15:44:45','',3599,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3599-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3647,2,'2017-07-30 16:09:23','2017-07-30 23:09:23','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220160806\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 1</strong>                   <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>first video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss selection and preparation of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=0m15s\">00:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Apply a grid to the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=4m47s\">4:47</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Prepare a grid for our drawing paper.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=14m26s\">14:26</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Discuss the materials we plan to use throughout the entire \"Ann\" series.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=30m13s\">30:13</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h11m50s\">1:11:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h24m45s\">1:24:45</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 1','','inherit','closed','closed','','3480-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 16:09:23','2017-07-30 23:09:23','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3480-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3601,2,'2017-07-13 08:41:32','2017-07-13 15:41:32','<strong>Lesson 8: Blending Tones</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Role of Blending in Realistic Drawing\r\n\r\nBlending, sometimes called smudging, means smoothing out the graphite tones in order to soften the edges of a transition between tone values and add significant realism to a drawing. Look at the two drawings of the bowling ball below; one is before blending and one is after. What differences do you notice? How does it affect the feeling and dimensionality of the final drawing?\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>vPic: still life bowling ball tone drawing*</em>\r\n\r\n<em>vPic: still life bowling ball completed blend drawing*</em>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUsing Tortillions and Blending Stumps\r\n\r\nTortillions and blending stumps are the two main tools for shading. Tortillions are thin, rolled strips of paper shaped like a cone near the tip and are shorter and smaller around than stumps. The paper used to make tortillions is not as soft as the paper blending stumps are made from. Blending stumps often contain felt in the paper they are made from. You’ll primarily use tortillions to blend most of the fine details of your drawing. There are different methods for sharpening and cleaning them, but many people use an emery board or fine grit sandpaper.\r\n\r\n<em>Vpic: tortillions*</em>\r\n\r\nThe other major tool used in blending is called a stump. Blending stumps are used less often, but for larger areas of a drawing than tortillions. A stump has the same shape as a tortillion, but is longer and much thicker, hence the name, stump. It is made from a softer paper and it can’t reach into the same small areas of a drawing as a tortillion. Stumps are usually pointed on both ends. As with tortillions, you can sharpen a stump with sandpaper, but you will want them to remain much blunter than a tortillion.\r\n\r\nUnsurprisingly, these claims are probably overblown, scientists say.\r\n\r\n\"Using a spinner-like gadget is more likely to serve as a distraction than a benefit for individuals with ADHD,\" said Mark Rapport, a clinical psychologist at the University of Central Florida who has studied the benefits of movement on attention in people with ADHD.\r\n\r\n(The so-called fidget cube — which is a plastic cube equipped with various buttons and dials for fidgeting hands — may be more classroom friendly, according to a scientist who studies intersection of human computer interaction and games, who pointed out on the website The Conversation that the cube doesn\'t require visual attention. \"They can serve the same purpose as the spinners, but are more classroom-ready and less distracting,\" Katherine Isbister, professor of Computational Media at the University of California, Santa Cruz, wrote on The Conversation.)\r\n\r\nRegardless of their usefulness in keeping kids\' distracted brains focused, fidget spinners have sparked a conversation about attention spans in kids and how to help the little ones focus, experts told Live Science. For instance, though there isn\'t a lot of data supporting the idea that kids have less focus today than in the past, some research does suggest attention spans have decreased as multitasking has increased with the digital age, one expert said. There are various methods for bringing kids\' focus back to the lesson at hand, psychologists say, including fidgeting devices, activity breaks and the simple removal of extra distractions. (The devices may also teach kids something about physics, or at least ball bearings.)\r\n\r\n<em>Vpic: blending stumps*</em>\r\n\r\nBlending Direction\r\n\r\n<em>Vpics: one image for each point below*</em>\r\n\r\nArtists traditionally blend in dark areas first, working toward the lighter areas of a drawing. This allows the artist to gather unwanted graphite from the dark areas that can be used to work the lighter areas. You can even use it to add value and details. You can choose to blend lighter areas first if you are afraid of darkening a particular area with excess graphite on the tortillion.\r\n\r\nOver time, you’ll become more comfortable with your blending tools. Some artists clean their tools as needed while other keep a collection of them organized by the amount of graphite on them. You’ll eventually develop methods and habits best suited to your style.\r\n\r\nFollowing Contours\r\n\r\n<em>Vpics: one image for each point below*</em>\r\n\r\nIt’s important to follow the shape and contours of the object you are blending with a tortillion. Go along with the outline you’ve drawn. Going against the grain will detract from the realism of your finished work. Smooth over the outline of the object so it looks less harsh.\r\n\r\nThink back to the basic shapes you created in Lesson 7. The prism and the pyramid both have straight lines, while the cylinder and bowling ball are curved. When you are blending, go in the same direction as the edge you are closest to or the surface of the object you’re shading on.\r\n\r\nThink of shading a series of rolling hills verses a row of skyscrapers. You wouldn’t shade <em>or</em> blend in vertical strokes for the hills. And buildings should be blended in the direction they are built, usually in straight vertical or horizontal strokes.\r\n\r\nA good way to get started is to experiment with your blending tools. Make some patches of graphite of various values and then use your tortillions and stumps to blend out from the patches. Use the tortillion first to see how fine of a line you can pull from one of the patches. Try putting two patches close together and blending them. Don’t use the very tip of the tortillion or it will collapse back into itself. If that happens, use a pin to push it back out from the other end. Use the side of tip, instead. When you finish blending some of the patches, play around with the graphite on the tortillion, seeing how you can use it to add graphite to the paper. This is how you add some very light color to areas that need to be just a touch darker than white. Next try drawing a line, curved or straight, and adding shading that meet up with the line, but doesn’t cross it. Use your tortillion to soften the line against the shading, pulling some of the line and shading together. You can use this technique to give objects a softer edge.\r\n\r\nNext, try the blending stump. Use your pencil to shade a larger area of the paper – about 4” square – then use the stump to play around with blending it both inside and out of its boundaries. Shade another patch close to the first one, either lighter or darker, and try blending those together. Then use it to add graphite back to a white portion of the paper. Next, do the same experiment as you did with the tortillion. Draw another line and put some shading with it, then use the blending stump to soften the transition between the two. Sometimes you will use both the tortillion and the stump in very close proximity to one another in a drawing, depending on the size of the area you are blending.\r\n\r\nNow that you’ve had a chance to try out your blending tools, take a couple of minutes to clean them. Use an emery board or fine grit sand paper and gently file with the grain. Remove as much of the graphite as you can and use the sander to gently restore the original shape.\r\n\r\nAs you progress, you may find there are other tools you like to use for blending, cleaning and shaping, but these are excellent ones for starting out. Now you’re ready to move on to the next assignment!\r\n\r\n<strong>Assignment #8: Blend Tones to Form an Egg Shape</strong>','copy test','','inherit','closed','closed','','3599-revision-v1','','','2017-07-13 08:41:32','2017-07-13 15:41:32','',3599,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3599-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3602,2,'2017-07-16 19:36:12','2017-07-17 02:36:12','How to Draw a Realistic Nose\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Lesson 1: Structure of the Nose (1,000 Words)</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nWith <em>Let’s Draw People! </em>it is important for us to keep things as realistic as possible, especially when tackling human portraits. While you might be someone who is just starting out with this drawing thing, don’t let the concept of learning the anatomy of the nose scare you away. No one said you needed to know as much as a medical professional, but learning the basic structure of a nose will make the process of drawing a realistic one that much easier. Trust me.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Parts of the Nose </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nIf you’re taking this course, I’m willing to bet you’re more of an “artist type” than a scientist. That said I am also willing to bet that you’ve never given much thought to the many parts of the nose. I mean, why would you? However, I’m here to tell you that despite what you might think, the nose is actually quite interesting and while we may have the same anatomy, not one nose looks exactly alike. In many ways, it’s our nose that contributes to our human uniqueness.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nRegardless of how old someone is, what their ethnicity might be or how proportioned their face is, every nose is made up of cartilage. In fact, most of the nose <em>is </em>cartilage that interlocks and then connects to the bone of the skull.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nI will break down the basic parts of the nose in the next few sections of this lesson, but for the sake of understanding nose anatomy, the most important parts you will need to familiarize yourself with include the bridge of the nose, the tip of the nose (or the ball) as well as the septum, wings and nostrils. To make things easier to understand I’ve broken down these parts in the corresponding images.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Between the Eyes </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nIn section three we will discuss the bridge of the nose in length, but it’s this part of the nose that connects to the forehead between the eyes. When drawing a nose, it is essential to define the edges of the eye sockets in order to make your drawing more realistic.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Bridge of the Nose – Nasal Bone &amp; Upper Lateral Cartilage</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nWhile it might seem complex, the bridge of the nose can be broken down using basic shapes such as a rectangle, triangle and a circle. The bridge consists of the nasal bone and the upper lateral cartilage. The upper lateral cartilage is essentially a pair of triangular cartilages, one on each side of the bridge. Sure, a medical professional will call the bridge of the nose a <em>dorsum</em>, but we will just consider it to be a beautiful vertical rectangle; a rectangle that will be the core of our nose. At the top of the bridge, the nasal bone connects to the forehead at the <em>glabella—</em>or, between the eyes.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Tip of the Nose – Spherical in Shape, Lower Lateral Cartilage </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nThe tip of the nose is also called the ball of the nose because it is spherical in shape. The lower lateral cartilage is a little pointy and nicely tucked between two pieces of cartilage called the <em>greater alar cartilage</em> that makes up the tip of the nose. The interesting thing about the greater alar cartilage is that sometimes the separation between these two pieces is very distinct while other times; it will be much too soft to see. As for the tip of the nose, this can be easily visualized as a complete circle.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Septum, Wings and Nostrils </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nNext to the ball of the nose there are two “wings.” Since we are all artists here, it is probably easy to see why these two pieces made up of fatty tissue are called wings in the first place. They kind of look like wings, don’t they?  The wings of the nose are also called alars<em>. </em>The septum is what separates the two nostrils or nasal passages, kind of like a dividing wall. If you were to look at the nose from the bottom you would see that the wings connect to the face further back then the septum. Simple enough, right?\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe important thing to note here is that when you begin drawing your nose, the septum and the wings <em>must</em> hook into the inside of the nose. This is what separates a realistic drawing from a cartoon-like one. And this is also a common mistake. When you begin drawing, focusing on the volume of the nose rather than the outline of the nose or holes of the nostrils will give your piece a 3-dimensional appearance—exactly what you’re looking for!\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Closing Words (not sure what you would want to head this as) </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nThe anatomy of the nose is pretty awesome, isn’t it? Once you dive into sketching you will find that knowing the simple anatomy of a nose will make a world of difference when it comes to drawing a realistic one. It’s all a learning process and just as I mentioned earlier, I consider myself a student. Practice makes perfect and knowledge is everything. There’s no such thing as learning or practicing too much. Just as Stephen King vows to write daily, an artist should pick up a pencil and sketch regularly. This is what refines your craft.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nNow that you have the knowledge, let’s dive into our first assignment. Don’t worry, I’m not going to expect you to draw a perfect nose out of the gate but what I <em>will</em> want you to do is sketch and label the parts of the nose. Having this diagram of the nose on hand will help you memorize the specifics.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Lesson 2: Placement of the Nose (1,000 words) </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nWhen you begin to draw your first nose, its placement plays a crucial role in capturing the likeness of the individual you’re drawing. As I said before, the nose is essentially what contributes to our human uniqueness so its placement needs to be spot on. Improper placement of a nose will make a drawing of a person look very difference from the reference photograph.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Straight-On-View </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nPersonally, I think learning to draw a realistic nose using the straight on view is the easiest way to keep proper proportions but obviously, our reference subject or photograph isn’t always offering this view for our convenience.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWhen drawing with a straight on view the base of the nose is typically halfway between the eyebrows and the bottom of the chin as shown below. From this perspective the wings of the nose generally align with the inner corner of the eyes. Keep in mind, however, that this is a very broad and general guideline. For instance, some noses are wider and might align with the inner white part of the eye or further out. It’s always important to <em>really look </em>at your subject and reference photograph closely.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nGenerally, from the top of the eyebrows to the base of the nose, the top part of the tip of the nose and wings are about one-third of the way up for an adult.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Profile View </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nDon’t let this discourage you, but many people find drawing a profile of the nose (side view) to be difficult. I’ve talked with many artists over the years and about 80% of them agreed that drawing a profile of the nose was the hardest for them to master. This is likely because we lose the ability to keep proper proportions. Nevertheless, if you create basic shapes as a guide you will find that the process to be a lot less difficult.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nTo draw the profile of a nose you will want to start with two round circles, spaced a good bit apart. What I started out doing was drawing three circles, but erased the middle one—just using the space as a guide. If you were to draw a triangle and add these circles to the two bottom corners, you could use this as guidance when drawing the bridge of the nose.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAfter you have this completed, it’s time to draw a curved slope up and around the left circle to form the tip and bridge, curving it below to form the top edge of the subject’s lip. This should be placed somewhere between the two circles.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nNow, for the fun part—adding the nostrils! The nostril should be placed between the two circles. You might have to erase a few times, but try not to make the nostrils too long.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWhen you’re almost finished the construction of your nose, be sure that the top and bottom of the nose are aligned with the top and bottom of the ear. The back of the wing of the nose should be aligned with the front of the eye. Realistic drawing is truly all about keeping accurate proportions. After all, accurate proportions are what differentiate a caricature from a portrait.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Three-Quarter-View </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nYou’re probably thinking, <em>“A three-quarter-view? C’mon now. You’ve got to be joking!” </em>While it sounds difficult, a three-quarter-view is a definite placement to master. A three-quarter-view is that positioning that offers an ever-so-slight turn of the head, like the example below.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThere are a few different drawing techniques that need to be mastered with this viewpoint because models or photographed subjects can hold a three-quarter-view level to the eye, above looking down and below looking up. Meaning, depending on the angle and how much of a bridge the subject has, you will need to adjust your placement of the nose in order to keep up with the realism we are after.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWhile there are some similarities when drawing a profile of the nose and a three-quarter-view, you will want to draw a 3D shape with a trapezoid base for this one. Since you will be looking at a reference photograph, keep in mind that the slop of your 3D shape will essentially determine the height of the nose and the distance it comes out from the face.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nKeep in mind that regardless of what angle the view is, the part of the nose that is farther away will appear smaller. For example, if your subject is sporting a three-quarter-view looking up, you will want to sketch another circle within your trapezoid to keep things proportionate.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Looking Down or Looking Up </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nIf you are sketching a subject that is looking up or looking down you will immediately notice that the appearance of the nose is impacted quite a bit. I recommend looking at a reference photograph of someone looking up and of someone looking down to see just how much the proportions of someone’s nose change.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nFor example, if your subject is looking up, the lower part of the face will appear longer and the upper part of the face will seem shorter. In the same respect, the more you see someone looking up, the more visible the base of the nose and nostrils will become, taking away from the bridge of the nose.  In fact, the bridge of the nose might not even be visible!\n\n&nbsp;\n\nIf a subject is looking down, the upper part of the face will appear longer and the lower part of the face will seem shorter. Again, the more the subject is looking down, the more of the nose’s bridge you will see and less of the underside—kind of the apposite of what I mentioned above. If your subject is looking down you will still see the wings of the nose and tip, but the ball of the nose might be pointed down more and the nostrils may not be visible.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nNot too difficult, right? While all of this information might seem like a lot, the more you practice, the easier it will become—yes, even drawing a realistic (and good!) nose using different viewpoints.\n\nFor your next assignment I want you to choose a reference photo you’d like to use for an independent drawing of a nose. You can choose any photo you’d like, but I’d recommend selecting a photo where the subject is positioned in a viewpoint that you’d like to master. While it’s completely okay to experiment with drawing all viewpoints, I think it’s easiest to stick with one until you feel confident with the technique before moving onto another.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Module 2. </strong>\n\n<strong>Lesson 3: Drawing Between the Eyes (500 Words)</strong>\n\n<strong>A Look at the Skull</strong>\n\nWe all know that looks can be deceiving. When it comes to authentic human anatomy, the nose begins at the forehead not at the eyes like you might think. The nose is secured at the base of the forehead. The bridge of the nose is what starts at eye-level.  This is easily viewed when sketching a human face, using a grid for the eyes, nose and mouth. This also acts as a guide when you’re transitioning from the forehead and eyes to the nose. It’s a process that should be followed to keep up with realism.\n\n<strong>How to Transition from the Forehead and Eyes to the Nose</strong>\n\nSo, how do you transition from the forehead and eyes to the nose? Remember the 3D trapezoid I mentioned earlier? This shape is very useful and is used in this case as well.\n\nFrom a straight on view, visualize the trapezoid for the top area. Take the image below, for example. The top of the trapezoid is the long side that connects the eyebrows. The sides of the trapezoid represent the eye sockets that are curving down toward the nose. The bottom of the trapezoid is the short side that represents the connection to the top of the nose.\n\nIf you’re drawing from a profile view, the trapezoid will begin at the base of the forehead and slant inward, such as below. At the base of the trapezoid there will be a point—this point is the top of the bridge of the nose where it begins to protrude outward.\n\nThere are a wide range of values that create all of the interconnected structures of the forehead, eye sockets and the very top of the bridge of the nose. Regardless of what view you are drawing from it is important for you to look at any traits that are characteristic of your subject—what makes them unique. Wrinkles, for instance, might be something that your subject has at the top of the bridge of the nose and between the eyebrows.\n\nAn interesting fact to note here is that the bridge of our nose is essentially shaped by our DNA. Sure, a person’s ethnic background is one of the main determining factors of our facial features including the shape of our nose <em>but </em>what really defines the shape of our bridge lies in our ancestry and its geographical origin. In short, our nose is our best distinction. This is why it is incredibly important to <em>really </em>look at your subject. Even the slightest change in the bridge can alter someone’s appearance.\n\nFor our next assignment, I’d like you to shade the top part of the nose. I recommend first shading around the outer part of the bridge and the inner part of the circle to create a defined “U” shape. The shading should be a bit thicker at the top of the bridge, but it’s totally okay for you to come up with your own technique.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Lesson 5: Drawing the Bridge of the Nose (1,000 Words) </strong>\n\nDuring this lesson we are going to learn how to draw the bridge of the nose. Regardless of what viewpoint you’re drawing from, the bridge of the nose is what helps the nose to extend beyond the flatter surface of the face. As I mentioned in the previous lesson, the bridge of the nose is what defines us—what makes us stand out from each other. That said, the nose is more complex then we might think. This also means that we need to understand the parts of the nose if we are going to draw it convincingly. And that is exactly what we are after.\n\n<strong>Look for Planes in the Bridge</strong>\n\nNo matter the subject, every bridge consists of planes—one for the front and a plane on each side of the nose. Keep in mind that some bridges stick out more than others and when this happens there will be more obvious planes. Consider the fact that because the nose protrudes more than any other human feature, it’s essentially what gives the face complexity and character. Sure, there are a million different shapes and sizes of noses, but all noses have the same basic triangular form; narrow at the top, wider and fuller at the bottom.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWhen we set out to draw a realistic nose I recommend simplifying the structure of the bridge so that we can grasp its relationship with the rest of the head, as well as how light and perspective will affect its form. The lighting of your subject in the reference photo and the viewpoint is a major fact to consider (and observe) before diving in.\n\nSpeaking of which, let’s get back to drawing the bridge of the nose. As you can see from the image below, when you begin drawing the bridge of the nose it is easiest to start with a single ball for the base of the nose and then add the bridge by drawing two curved lines on each side. Try to keep your lines a bit curved and smooth too promote realism, avoiding prominent, straight and rigid lines along the side of the nose.\n\n<strong>Tips for Drawing the Bridge </strong>\n\nIf you are drawing a bridge from a straight on view it is important to use a range of values to create the illusion of a three dimensional nose that is protruding from the surface of the face. While this might sound difficult, adding simple shapes to the bridge of the nose will get the job done quite nicely.\n\nThe easiest way to create a three dimensional nose is to draw the nose using a wedge-shaped series of planes like the one below. Yes, this is a very box-like bridge but once we define the subtle shapes of bone and cartilage within these shapes the drawing will come together seamlessly.\n\nYou will first want to start by drawing the more rounded parts of the bridge. Again, smooth, soft lines will promote realism so try to avoid rigidity or heavy lines. Later you will add the ball of the nose and nostrils, which will taper into the bridge.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<em>As a reminder: If the head is turned—depending on the angle and how much of a bridge the subject has—you might be able to clearly see the bridge in front of the farther side of the face with the nose sticking out.</em>\n\nSomething else I need to mention here is the difference between a male and female nose. Yes, all noses are made up of the same components but the appearance of a male and female nose is actually quite different. If you’re drawing a female nose, take a quick browse online and find a good photograph of a male for reference. The typical distinction between a male and female nose is that men often have more prominent features. Their nostrils and nasal bones are much more protruding than that of a female’s. That said, if you are drawing a female nose, you want to take care and draw the bridge with a lighter hand.\n\nRegardless of your subject, I would take some time and get familiar with the curves and shapes of the nose. By doing so you will find that drawing the bridge will become much easier. I would even recommend taking some time to draw your own nose from different angles. There have been many occasions that I’ve taken out a desk mirror and sat there for hours in order to perfect my drawing. Better believe I had a good laugh here and there, but my sketches improved each time.\n\nYour next assignment will be to shade and blend the bridge of the nose. Once shaded, these simple shapes will create the illusion of the nose protruding from the surface of the face—one side will have a darker value and the other side will have a lighter value, depending on the direction of the light source. I recommend keeping some solid white space on your paper for the highlights.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBy shading the bridge of the nose you will be one step closer to drawing a realistic nose, especially once you use blending tools to soften the lines a bit. 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along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 1                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    Part 7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    Part 8</p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>first video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss selection and preparation of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=0m15s\">00:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Apply a grid to the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=4m47s\">4:47</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Prepare a grid for our drawing paper.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=14m26s\">14:26</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Discuss the materials we plan to use throughout the entire \"Ann\" series.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=30m13s\">30:13</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h11m50s\">1:11:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h24m45s\">1:24:45</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 1','','inherit','closed','closed','','3480-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 12:13:00','2017-07-30 19:13:00','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3480-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3604,2,'2017-07-16 19:36:42','2017-07-17 02:36:42','How to Draw a Realistic Nose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lesson 1: Structure of the Nose (1,000 Words)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nWith <em>Let’s Draw People! </em>it is important for us to keep things as realistic as possible, especially when tackling human portraits. While you might be someone who is just starting out with this drawing thing, don’t let the concept of learning the anatomy of the nose scare you away. No one said you needed to know as much as a medical professional, but learning the basic structure of a nose will make the process of drawing a realistic one that much easier. Trust me.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Parts of the Nose </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nIf you’re taking this course, I’m willing to bet you’re more of an “artist type” than a scientist. That said I am also willing to bet that you’ve never given much thought to the many parts of the nose. I mean, why would you? However, I’m here to tell you that despite what you might think, the nose is actually quite interesting and while we may have the same anatomy, not one nose looks exactly alike. In many ways, it’s our nose that contributes to our human uniqueness.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRegardless of how old someone is, what their ethnicity might be or how proportioned their face is, every nose is made up of cartilage. In fact, most of the nose <em>is </em>cartilage that interlocks and then connects to the bone of the skull.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI will break down the basic parts of the nose in the next few sections of this lesson, but for the sake of understanding nose anatomy, the most important parts you will need to familiarize yourself with include the bridge of the nose, the tip of the nose (or the ball) as well as the septum, wings and nostrils. To make things easier to understand I’ve broken down these parts in the corresponding images.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Between the Eyes </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nIn section three we will discuss the bridge of the nose in length, but it’s this part of the nose that connects to the forehead between the eyes. When drawing a nose, it is essential to define the edges of the eye sockets in order to make your drawing more realistic.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Bridge of the Nose – Nasal Bone &amp; Upper Lateral Cartilage</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nWhile it might seem complex, the bridge of the nose can be broken down using basic shapes such as a rectangle, triangle and a circle. The bridge consists of the nasal bone and the upper lateral cartilage. The upper lateral cartilage is essentially a pair of triangular cartilages, one on each side of the bridge. Sure, a medical professional will call the bridge of the nose a <em>dorsum</em>, but we will just consider it to be a beautiful vertical rectangle; a rectangle that will be the core of our nose. At the top of the bridge, the nasal bone connects to the forehead at the <em>glabella—</em>or, between the eyes.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tip of the Nose – Spherical in Shape, Lower Lateral Cartilage </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nThe tip of the nose is also called the ball of the nose because it is spherical in shape. The lower lateral cartilage is a little pointy and nicely tucked between two pieces of cartilage called the <em>greater alar cartilage</em> that makes up the tip of the nose. The interesting thing about the greater alar cartilage is that sometimes the separation between these two pieces is very distinct while other times; it will be much too soft to see. As for the tip of the nose, this can be easily visualized as a complete circle.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Septum, Wings and Nostrils </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nNext to the ball of the nose there are two “wings.” Since we are all artists here, it is probably easy to see why these two pieces made up of fatty tissue are called wings in the first place. They kind of look like wings, don’t they?  The wings of the nose are also called alars<em>. </em>The septum is what separates the two nostrils or nasal passages, kind of like a dividing wall. If you were to look at the nose from the bottom you would see that the wings connect to the face further back then the septum. Simple enough, right?\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe important thing to note here is that when you begin drawing your nose, the septum and the wings <em>must</em> hook into the inside of the nose. This is what separates a realistic drawing from a cartoon-like one. And this is also a common mistake. When you begin drawing, focusing on the volume of the nose rather than the outline of the nose or holes of the nostrils will give your piece a 3-dimensional appearance—exactly what you’re looking for!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing Words (not sure what you would want to head this as) </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nThe anatomy of the nose is pretty awesome, isn’t it? Once you dive into sketching you will find that knowing the simple anatomy of a nose will make a world of difference when it comes to drawing a realistic one. It’s all a learning process and just as I mentioned earlier, I consider myself a student. Practice makes perfect and knowledge is everything. There’s no such thing as learning or practicing too much. Just as Stephen King vows to write daily, an artist should pick up a pencil and sketch regularly. This is what refines your craft.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNow that you have the knowledge, let’s dive into our first assignment. Don’t worry, I’m not going to expect you to draw a perfect nose out of the gate but what I <em>will</em> want you to do is sketch and label the parts of the nose. Having this diagram of the nose on hand will help you memorize the specifics.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lesson 2: Placement of the Nose (1,000 words) </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nWhen you begin to draw your first nose, its placement plays a crucial role in capturing the likeness of the individual you’re drawing. As I said before, the nose is essentially what contributes to our human uniqueness so its placement needs to be spot on. Improper placement of a nose will make a drawing of a person look very difference from the reference photograph.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Straight-On-View </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nPersonally, I think learning to draw a realistic nose using the straight on view is the easiest way to keep proper proportions but obviously, our reference subject or photograph isn’t always offering this view for our convenience.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen drawing with a straight on view the base of the nose is typically halfway between the eyebrows and the bottom of the chin as shown below. From this perspective the wings of the nose generally align with the inner corner of the eyes. Keep in mind, however, that this is a very broad and general guideline. For instance, some noses are wider and might align with the inner white part of the eye or further out. It’s always important to <em>really look </em>at your subject and reference photograph closely.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGenerally, from the top of the eyebrows to the base of the nose, the top part of the tip of the nose and wings are about one-third of the way up for an adult.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Profile View </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nDon’t let this discourage you, but many people find drawing a profile of the nose (side view) to be difficult. I’ve talked with many artists over the years and about 80% of them agreed that drawing a profile of the nose was the hardest for them to master. This is likely because we lose the ability to keep proper proportions. Nevertheless, if you create basic shapes as a guide you will find that the process to be a lot less difficult.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo draw the profile of a nose you will want to start with two round circles, spaced a good bit apart. What I started out doing was drawing three circles, but erased the middle one—just using the space as a guide. If you were to draw a triangle and add these circles to the two bottom corners, you could use this as guidance when drawing the bridge of the nose.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter you have this completed, it’s time to draw a curved slope up and around the left circle to form the tip and bridge, curving it below to form the top edge of the subject’s lip. This should be placed somewhere between the two circles.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNow, for the fun part—adding the nostrils! The nostril should be placed between the two circles. You might have to erase a few times, but try not to make the nostrils too long.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen you’re almost finished the construction of your nose, be sure that the top and bottom of the nose are aligned with the top and bottom of the ear. The back of the wing of the nose should be aligned with the front of the eye. Realistic drawing is truly all about keeping accurate proportions. After all, accurate proportions are what differentiate a caricature from a portrait.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Three-Quarter-View </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nYou’re probably thinking, <em>“A three-quarter-view? C’mon now. You’ve got to be joking!” </em>While it sounds difficult, a three-quarter-view is a definite placement to master. A three-quarter-view is that positioning that offers an ever-so-slight turn of the head, like the example below.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere are a few different drawing techniques that need to be mastered with this viewpoint because models or photographed subjects can hold a three-quarter-view level to the eye, above looking down and below looking up. Meaning, depending on the angle and how much of a bridge the subject has, you will need to adjust your placement of the nose in order to keep up with the realism we are after.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile there are some similarities when drawing a profile of the nose and a three-quarter-view, you will want to draw a 3D shape with a trapezoid base for this one. Since you will be looking at a reference photograph, keep in mind that the slop of your 3D shape will essentially determine the height of the nose and the distance it comes out from the face.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKeep in mind that regardless of what angle the view is, the part of the nose that is farther away will appear smaller. For example, if your subject is sporting a three-quarter-view looking up, you will want to sketch another circle within your trapezoid to keep things proportionate.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Looking Down or Looking Up </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nIf you are sketching a subject that is looking up or looking down you will immediately notice that the appearance of the nose is impacted quite a bit. I recommend looking at a reference photograph of someone looking up and of someone looking down to see just how much the proportions of someone’s nose change.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor example, if your subject is looking up, the lower part of the face will appear longer and the upper part of the face will seem shorter. In the same respect, the more you see someone looking up, the more visible the base of the nose and nostrils will become, taking away from the bridge of the nose.  In fact, the bridge of the nose might not even be visible!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf a subject is looking down, the upper part of the face will appear longer and the lower part of the face will seem shorter. Again, the more the subject is looking down, the more of the nose’s bridge you will see and less of the underside—kind of the apposite of what I mentioned above. If your subject is looking down you will still see the wings of the nose and tip, but the ball of the nose might be pointed down more and the nostrils may not be visible.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNot too difficult, right? While all of this information might seem like a lot, the more you practice, the easier it will become—yes, even drawing a realistic (and good!) nose using different viewpoints.\r\n\r\nFor your next assignment I want you to choose a reference photo you’d like to use for an independent drawing of a nose. You can choose any photo you’d like, but I’d recommend selecting a photo where the subject is positioned in a viewpoint that you’d like to master. While it’s completely okay to experiment with drawing all viewpoints, I think it’s easiest to stick with one until you feel confident with the technique before moving onto another.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Module 2. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Lesson 3: Drawing Between the Eyes (500 Words)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>A Look at the Skull</strong>\r\n\r\nWe all know that looks can be deceiving. When it comes to authentic human anatomy, the nose begins at the forehead not at the eyes like you might think. The nose is secured at the base of the forehead. The bridge of the nose is what starts at eye-level.  This is easily viewed when sketching a human face, using a grid for the eyes, nose and mouth. This also acts as a guide when you’re transitioning from the forehead and eyes to the nose. It’s a process that should be followed to keep up with realism.\r\n\r\n<strong>How to Transition from the Forehead and Eyes to the Nose</strong>\r\n\r\nSo, how do you transition from the forehead and eyes to the nose? Remember the 3D trapezoid I mentioned earlier? This shape is very useful and is used in this case as well.\r\n\r\nFrom a straight on view, visualize the trapezoid for the top area. Take the image below, for example. The top of the trapezoid is the long side that connects the eyebrows. The sides of the trapezoid represent the eye sockets that are curving down toward the nose. The bottom of the trapezoid is the short side that represents the connection to the top of the nose.\r\n\r\nIf you’re drawing from a profile view, the trapezoid will begin at the base of the forehead and slant inward, such as below. At the base of the trapezoid there will be a point—this point is the top of the bridge of the nose where it begins to protrude outward.\r\n\r\nThere are a wide range of values that create all of the interconnected structures of the forehead, eye sockets and the very top of the bridge of the nose. Regardless of what view you are drawing from it is important for you to look at any traits that are characteristic of your subject—what makes them unique. Wrinkles, for instance, might be something that your subject has at the top of the bridge of the nose and between the eyebrows.\r\n\r\nAn interesting fact to note here is that the bridge of our nose is essentially shaped by our DNA. Sure, a person’s ethnic background is one of the main determining factors of our facial features including the shape of our nose <em>but </em>what really defines the shape of our bridge lies in our ancestry and its geographical origin. In short, our nose is our best distinction. This is why it is incredibly important to <em>really </em>look at your subject. Even the slightest change in the bridge can alter someone’s appearance.\r\n\r\nFor our next assignment, I’d like you to shade the top part of the nose. I recommend first shading around the outer part of the bridge and the inner part of the circle to create a defined “U” shape. The shading should be a bit thicker at the top of the bridge, but it’s totally okay for you to come up with your own technique.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lesson 5: Drawing the Bridge of the Nose (1,000 Words) </strong>\r\n\r\nDuring this lesson we are going to learn how to draw the bridge of the nose. Regardless of what viewpoint you’re drawing from, the bridge of the nose is what helps the nose to extend beyond the flatter surface of the face. As I mentioned in the previous lesson, the bridge of the nose is what defines us—what makes us stand out from each other. That said, the nose is more complex then we might think. This also means that we need to understand the parts of the nose if we are going to draw it convincingly. And that is exactly what we are after.\r\n\r\n<strong>Look for Planes in the Bridge</strong>\r\n\r\nNo matter the subject, every bridge consists of planes—one for the front and a plane on each side of the nose. Keep in mind that some bridges stick out more than others and when this happens there will be more obvious planes. Consider the fact that because the nose protrudes more than any other human feature, it’s essentially what gives the face complexity and character. Sure, there are a million different shapes and sizes of noses, but all noses have the same basic triangular form; narrow at the top, wider and fuller at the bottom.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen we set out to draw a realistic nose I recommend simplifying the structure of the bridge so that we can grasp its relationship with the rest of the head, as well as how light and perspective will affect its form. The lighting of your subject in the reference photo and the viewpoint is a major fact to consider (and observe) before diving in.\r\n\r\nSpeaking of which, let’s get back to drawing the bridge of the nose. As you can see from the image below, when you begin drawing the bridge of the nose it is easiest to start with a single ball for the base of the nose and then add the bridge by drawing two curved lines on each side. Try to keep your lines a bit curved and smooth too promote realism, avoiding prominent, straight and rigid lines along the side of the nose.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tips for Drawing the Bridge </strong>\r\n\r\nIf you are drawing a bridge from a straight on view it is important to use a range of values to create the illusion of a three dimensional nose that is protruding from the surface of the face. While this might sound difficult, adding simple shapes to the bridge of the nose will get the job done quite nicely.\r\n\r\nThe easiest way to create a three dimensional nose is to draw the nose using a wedge-shaped series of planes like the one below. Yes, this is a very box-like bridge but once we define the subtle shapes of bone and cartilage within these shapes the drawing will come together seamlessly.\r\n\r\nYou will first want to start by drawing the more rounded parts of the bridge. Again, smooth, soft lines will promote realism so try to avoid rigidity or heavy lines. Later you will add the ball of the nose and nostrils, which will taper into the bridge.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>As a reminder: If the head is turned—depending on the angle and how much of a bridge the subject has—you might be able to clearly see the bridge in front of the farther side of the face with the nose sticking out.</em>\r\n\r\nSomething else I need to mention here is the difference between a male and female nose. Yes, all noses are made up of the same components but the appearance of a male and female nose is actually quite different. If you’re drawing a female nose, take a quick browse online and find a good photograph of a male for reference. The typical distinction between a male and female nose is that men often have more prominent features. Their nostrils and nasal bones are much more protruding than that of a female’s. That said, if you are drawing a female nose, you want to take care and draw the bridge with a lighter hand.\r\n\r\nRegardless of your subject, I would take some time and get familiar with the curves and shapes of the nose. By doing so you will find that drawing the bridge will become much easier. I would even recommend taking some time to draw your own nose from different angles. There have been many occasions that I’ve taken out a desk mirror and sat there for hours in order to perfect my drawing. Better believe I had a good laugh here and there, but my sketches improved each time.\r\n\r\nYour next assignment will be to shade and blend the bridge of the nose. Once shaded, these simple shapes will create the illusion of the nose protruding from the surface of the face—one side will have a darker value and the other side will have a lighter value, depending on the direction of the light source. I recommend keeping some solid white space on your paper for the highlights.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBy shading the bridge of the nose you will be one step closer to drawing a realistic nose, especially once you use blending tools to soften the lines a bit. Blending tools come in all shapes and sizes, allowing you to soften all parts of your drawing, no matter how small or meticulous it might be.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','copy test','','inherit','closed','closed','','3599-revision-v1','','','2017-07-16 19:36:42','2017-07-17 02:36:42','',3599,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3599-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3671,2,'2017-08-01 05:37:22','2017-08-01 12:37:22','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220141712\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 2</strong>                   <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>second video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss copyright and proper use of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=0m45s\">00:45</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Use a reference photo with grid lines already in place, switching between the photo and the video.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1m50s\">01:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make the outline of the face.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=9m10s\">09:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make the outline of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Draw the shoulders and the neckline.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=48m40s\">48:40</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Finish the line drawing of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h7m00s\">1:07:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Finish the line drawing of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h26m30s\">1:26:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Complete the entire line drawing with value changes on the skin.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h35m30s\">1:35:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Begin adding tones to the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h45m50s\">1:45:50</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Drawing of \"Ann\" from last video</li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 2','','inherit','closed','closed','','3559-revision-v1','','','2017-08-01 05:37:22','2017-08-01 12:37:22','',3559,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3559-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3631,2,'2017-07-30 12:40:55','2017-07-30 19:40:55','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220141712\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 2</strong>                   <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>second video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss copyright and proper use of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=0m45s\">00:45</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Use a reference photo with grid lines already in place, switching between the photo and the video.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1m50s\">01:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make the outline of the face.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=9m10s\">09:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make the outline of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Draw the shoulders and the neckline.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=48m40s\">48:40</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Finish the line drawing of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h7m00s\">1:07:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Finish the line drawing of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h26m30s\">1:26:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Complete the entire line drawing with value changes on the skin.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h35m30s\">1:35:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Begin adding tones to the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220141712/0a0d6bda7f#t=1h45m50s\">1:45:50</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 2','','inherit','closed','closed','','3559-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 12:40:55','2017-07-30 19:40:55','',3559,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3559-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3672,2,'2017-08-01 05:38:18','2017-08-01 12:38:18','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221490900\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 3</strong>                   <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>third video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continue adding tones to the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1m03s\">01:03</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=25m38s\">25:38</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=36m10s\">36:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to other areas of the face.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h7m00s\">1:07:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h27m05s\">1:27:05</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h36m00s\">1:36:00</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Drawing of \"Ann\" from last video</li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 3','','inherit','closed','closed','','3578-revision-v1','','','2017-08-01 05:38:18','2017-08-01 12:38:18','',3578,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3578-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3632,2,'2017-07-30 12:42:51','2017-07-30 19:42:51','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221490900\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 3</strong>                   <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>third video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continue adding tones to the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1m03s\">01:03</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=25m38s\">25:38</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=36m10s\">36:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to other areas of the face.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h7m00s\">1:07:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h27m05s\">1:27:05</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221490900/d054711c31#t=1h36m00s\">1:36:00</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 3','','inherit','closed','closed','','3578-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 12:42:51','2017-07-30 19:42:51','',3578,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3578-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3673,2,'2017-08-01 05:39:28','2017-08-01 12:39:28','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221587120\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 4</strong>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fourth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1m00s\">01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her right side.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=33m45s\">33:45</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her left side and her nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=49m10s\">49:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones in the mouth area.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h1m00s\">1:01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h14m15s\">1:14:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h23m30s\">1:23:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h38m10s\">1:38:10</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Drawing of \"Ann\" from last video</li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 4','','inherit','closed','closed','','3579-revision-v1','','','2017-08-01 05:39:28','2017-08-01 12:39:28','',3579,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3579-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3633,2,'2017-07-30 12:44:47','2017-07-30 19:44:47','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221587120\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 4</strong>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fourth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1m00s\">01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her right side.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=33m45s\">33:45</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her left side and her nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=49m10s\">49:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones in the mouth area.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h1m00s\">1:01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h14m15s\">1:14:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h23m30s\">1:23:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h38m10s\">1:38:10</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 4','','inherit','closed','closed','','3579-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 12:44:47','2017-07-30 19:44:47','',3579,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3579-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3635,2,'2017-07-30 15:03:25','2017-07-30 22:03:25','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220160806\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>first video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss selection and preparation of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=0m15s\">00:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Apply a grid to the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=4m47s\">4:47</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Prepare a grid for our drawing paper.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=14m26s\">14:26</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Discuss the materials we plan to use throughout the entire \"Ann\" series.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=30m13s\">30:13</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h11m50s\">1:11:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h24m45s\">1:24:45</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 1','','inherit','closed','closed','','3480-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 15:03:25','2017-07-30 22:03:25','',3480,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3480-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3636,2,'2017-07-30 15:12:19','2017-07-30 22:12:19','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221587120\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 4</strong>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fourth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1m00s\">01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her right side.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=33m45s\">33:45</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her left side and her nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=49m10s\">49:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones in the mouth area.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h1m00s\">1:01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h14m15s\">1:14:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h23m30s\">1:23:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h38m10s\">1:38:10</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 4','','trash','open','closed','','__trashed','','','2017-07-30 15:13:35','2017-07-30 22:13:35','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=3636',0,'post','',0),(3637,2,'2017-07-30 15:13:35','2017-07-30 22:13:35','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/221587120\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a><strong>                   </strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Part 4</strong>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fourth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Add tones to the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1m00s\">01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her right side.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=33m45s\">33:45</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of Ann\'s face on her left side and her nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=49m10s\">49:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones in the mouth area.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h1m00s\">1:01:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the neck.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h14m15s\">1:14:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the clothing.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h23m30s\">1:23:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Blend the tones of the hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/221587120/9a8be228ff#t=1h38m10s\">1:38:10</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store!\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 4','','inherit','closed','closed','','3636-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 15:13:35','2017-07-30 22:13:35','',3636,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3636-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3638,2,'2017-07-07 15:17:44','2017-07-07 22:17:44','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/227616776\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227616776/ead67b8569\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a>                    <strong>Part 5</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fifth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227616776/ead67b8569#t=02m10s\">02:10</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the forehead.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227616776/ead67b8569#t=38m52s\">38:52</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Draw and shade the eyebrows.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227616776/ead67b8569#t=51m48s\">51:48</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the nose and the skin beside and below the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227616776/ead67b8569#t=1h10m49s\">1:10:49</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227616776/ead67b8569#t=1h40m30s\">1:40:30</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the rest of the face.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227616776/ead67b8569#t=2h06m40s\">2:06:40</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Drawing of \"Ann\" from last video</li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 5','','publish','open','closed','','ann-part-5','','','2017-08-01 06:40:20','2017-08-01 13:40:20','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=3638',0,'post','',0),(3651,2,'2017-07-31 20:00:13','2017-08-01 03:00:13','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220160806\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a>                    <strong>Part 5</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fifth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the eyes.  02:10</li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the forehead.  38:52</li>\r\n 	<li>Draw and shade the eyebrows.  51:48</li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the nose and the skin beside and below the nose.  01:10:49</li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the mouth.  01:40:30</li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the rest of the face.  02:06:40</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 5','','inherit','closed','closed','','3638-revision-v1','','','2017-07-31 20:00:13','2017-08-01 03:00:13','',3638,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3638-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3640,2,'2017-07-30 15:19:57','2017-07-30 22:19:57','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220160806\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a>                    <strong>Part 5</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fifth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss selection and preparation of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=0m15s\">00:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Apply a grid to the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=4m47s\">4:47</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Prepare a grid for our drawing paper.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=14m26s\">14:26</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Discuss the materials we plan to use throughout the entire \"Ann\" series.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=30m13s\">30:13</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h11m50s\">1:11:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h24m45s\">1:24:45</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 5','','inherit','closed','closed','','3638-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 15:19:57','2017-07-30 22:19:57','',3638,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3638-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3639,2,'2017-07-30 15:17:44','2017-07-30 22:17:44','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/220160806\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a>                    <strong>Part 5</strong><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\"></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-6/\">Part 6</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>fifth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Discuss selection and preparation of the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=0m15s\">00:15</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Apply a grid to the reference photograph.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=4m47s\">4:47</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Prepare a grid for our drawing paper.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=14m26s\">14:26</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Discuss the materials we plan to use throughout the entire \"Ann\" series.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=21m00s\">21:00</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the eyes.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=30m13s\">30:13</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the nose.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h11m50s\">1:11:50</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Make a line drawing of the mouth.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/220160806/9e402607fb#t=1h24m45s\">1:24:45</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/bristol-board-paper/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8\" x 10\" Bristol board paper (smooth)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/plastic-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plastic eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/dusting-brush/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art dusting brush</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ruler/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruler</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/circle-template/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle template</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/ms-office/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Word (from Microsoft Office)</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 5','','inherit','closed','closed','','3638-revision-v1','','','2017-07-30 15:17:44','2017-07-30 22:17:44','',3638,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/3638-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(3641,2,'2017-07-14 15:22:42','2017-07-14 22:22:42','<center><iframe src=\"https://player.vimeo.com/video/227650227\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227650227/a636287b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Video</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Throughout this video series, watch and draw along with me as I take you step-by-step through a realistic pencil portrait of \"Ann\" from start to finish.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_3485\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"425\"]<img class=\"wp-image-3485 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-post-ref.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"600\" /> <center><b> © <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/nadino_info\">Nadino</a> | <a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b></center>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[one_half]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\"Ann\" Video Series</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[divider style=\"solid\" top=\"20\" bottom=\"20\"]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-1/\">Part 1</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-5/\">Part 5</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-2/\">Part 2</a>                    <strong>Part 6</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-3/\">Part 3</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-7/\">Part 7</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-4/\">Part 4</a>                    <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/ann-part-8/\">Part 8</a></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/one_half][one_half_last]\r\n\r\nIn this <strong>sixth video session</strong> of the series, we will:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto the neck and chin.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227650227/a636287b7c#t=02m11s\">02:11</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto small sections of hair.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227650227/a636287b7c#t=34m40s\">34:40</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto hair using a grid and the Box-by-Box method.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227650227/a636287b7c#t=51m31s\">51:31</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Layer details onto hair using a grid and the Draw by Features method.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227650227/a636287b7c#t=59m35s\">59:35</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Add an additional layer of tones to the hair on Ann\'s right side.  <a href=\"https://vimeo.com/user12844418/review/227650227/a636287b7c#t=1h35m50s\">1:35:50</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tip</span>: Click on one of the times above, and then click the Play button to jump to that part of the video.\r\n\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n<h2>Materials and Resources</h2>\r\nThe following materials and resources are introduced or used during this video session. If you do not have everything listed here, do not let that stop you from drawing! You can always get started with what you do have and improvise for what you don\'t have.\r\n\r\nWhen you are ready to get new materials and resources, feel free to make use of the links below. Some of the links below are affiliate links (meaning I will get a tiny commission if you purchase). Another option is to just pick them up at your local art supply store or other applicable retail store.\r\n\r\n[box type=\"info\" align=\"aligncenter\" class=\"\" width=\"\"]\r\n\r\n[one_half]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Materials</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/light-box/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light box</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/artist-tape/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low tack artist tape</a></li>\r\n 	<li>Drawing of \"Ann\" from last video</li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-pencil/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mechanical pencil</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/mechanical-lead-refills/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">0.5mm 2B graphite lead</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/kneaded-eraser/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kneaded eraser</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/tortillions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tortillions</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half]\r\n\r\n[one_half_last]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources</span>:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.dreamstime.com/#res3619261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dreamstime.com</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/more/photoshop-elements/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adobe Photoshop Elements</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\"Ann\" reference photograph with grid</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ann-grid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grid paper for light box</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/one_half_last]\r\n\r\n[/box]','\"Ann\" - Part 6','','publish','open','closed','','ann-part-6','','','2017-08-01 07:42:24','2017-08-01 14:42:24','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=3641',0,'post','',0),