Drawing materials in chennai
Apr 19, 2012I found 2 best places for sketching materials. The products ranges from simple HB pencil to Easel. Almost all kind of papers, canvas, poster colors, acrylic colors.
Hope this information might be helpfull for drawing enthusiast.
Will post more adress across different places in future.
Giri Stationary Emporium
#188, NSC Bose Road,
Parrys, Chennai.
Land Mark: Opposit to BSNL Telephone Exchange
Ph: 044-25381313, 044-25363632.
Hindustan Trading Company
#69/35, Shop No. 171/172, 1st Floor,
IOA Complex Royapettah
Land Mark: Near Hotel Deccan Plaza
Ph: 044-28111605, 044-28116520.
Hope this information might be helpfull for drawing enthusiast.
Will post more adress across different places in future.
Giri Stationary Emporium
#188, NSC Bose Road,
Parrys, Chennai.
Land Mark: Opposit to BSNL Telephone Exchange
Ph: 044-25381313, 044-25363632.
Hindustan Trading Company
#69/35, Shop No. 171/172, 1st Floor,
IOA Complex Royapettah
Land Mark: Near Hotel Deccan Plaza
Ph: 044-28111605, 044-28116520.
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Maya Study Materials
Apr 3, 2012
I would like to make this post for the newbies and job seekers in animation field. I found a best place for animation and fine arts study materials in chennai. The Anna Centenary Library. One of the larges library in ASIA. It has capacity of 1.20 million volumes.
The 3rd floor, A - wing is dedicated for Computer and Technology. Here you can find a lots and lots of Maya and Max references. The Animation and Multimedia section comprises of a huge collection of foreign authors, Includes 3D Animation, Key Frame Aniamtion, Lighting, Texturing, Rigging, Modeling, Scripting. Also there are very Good Study materials for latest High end compositing softwares like AVID, NUKE etc...
The 6th floor, B - Wing is dedicated for ARTS and Decoration. There are separate sections for Drawing, Painting, Photography, Cinematography, Music, Drama Respectively.
I found very good study materials and reference books for sketching, anatomy and illustrations. Includes Famous foreign authors like Burne, Kraavvanger, Allen, Watson, J Leonard, Bement, Alon, Oliver, Charles, Ryder, anthony, Hogarth, Barignton Barbor, Stanly etc... Also famous authors for painting includes Hill, Adrian Keith Graham, Carlson, John Fabin, Kowalski, Annette, Eaton, Suzy...
In short I feel that, this library is a very good place to spend the time valuably during regular power shutdowns in chennai.
Labels: 3D Animation, compositing, editing, Fine Arts, forign authors, Maya, Modeling, sketching, study mateirals
Various action poses
Feb 27, 2012Drawing a human figure in various action poses is easier for the purpose of constructing model sheets, story boards etc... And here is another approach for figure drawing technique.
Before entering in to the action poses, practicing the human stick figure in normal standing position is necessary. This will fetch you the perfect height proportion of the human.
Once after gaining a good practice in standing position we can switch over to the action poses. The following figures are action poses in standing positions. Generally these are called as rhythmic action poses (poses of dancing or moving body along with music, etc...). The below figure will give a clear understanding of rhythmic action poses.
The following figures are different action poses. It will be easy for the person who is drawing the action poses, if he or she gains the knowledge of the spine structure. Always draw a guide line of spinal cord. By following the spine we can easily draw the other divisions and parts.
Also the knowledge of the gravity is necessary i.e. While the human standing, how the gravitational forces will act on his body. The following figure will give you the idea about the gravity.
The center line is the plumb line and the two dashed lines along with the plumb line is the gravity line. The gravitational pull will act in a single point. Understanding the gravity point will result in a realistic pose, so a good practice is this section is mandatory. I suggest newbies to practice the above figures as many times as possible. Once attaining a thorough knowledge in poses and gravity, then newbies can move the block methods.
Before entering in to the action poses, practicing the human stick figure in normal standing position is necessary. This will fetch you the perfect height proportion of the human.
Once after gaining a good practice in standing position we can switch over to the action poses. The following figures are action poses in standing positions. Generally these are called as rhythmic action poses (poses of dancing or moving body along with music, etc...). The below figure will give a clear understanding of rhythmic action poses.
The following figures are different action poses. It will be easy for the person who is drawing the action poses, if he or she gains the knowledge of the spine structure. Always draw a guide line of spinal cord. By following the spine we can easily draw the other divisions and parts.
Also the knowledge of the gravity is necessary i.e. While the human standing, how the gravitational forces will act on his body. The following figure will give you the idea about the gravity.
The center line is the plumb line and the two dashed lines along with the plumb line is the gravity line. The gravitational pull will act in a single point. Understanding the gravity point will result in a realistic pose, so a good practice is this section is mandatory. I suggest newbies to practice the above figures as many times as possible. Once attaining a thorough knowledge in poses and gravity, then newbies can move the block methods.
Labels: tutorials
Figures In Action
Feb 21, 2012
Name: Figures in ActionAuthor: Andres Loomis
ISBN: 13: 978-1-56010-009-6
ISBN: 10: 1-56010-009-5
In this book, Andrew Loomis teaches you the basics of drawing the figure n action and beyond! the author provides a wealth of information for rendering the human body in motion, with helpful information on proportion and how to suggest the "sweep" of th e pose. The author also explains a number of drawing techniques, as well as his own method of developing a drawing to its fullest. Moreover, you'll find a wealth of beautiful drawings to copy and admire! Learn how to capture movement quickly by sketching the gesture of the pose first and then developing the forms.Discover how to ensure that the figures in your drawings are balanced, no mater what the action. Study and practice rendering both male and female figures in a wide variety of active positions.
Author Note: Featured artist ANDREw LOOMIS was born in 1892 in Syracuse, New York, but was raised in Zanesville, Ohio. At age 19, he studied at the Art Students League in New York, in 1915, he moved to Chicago to work in a nArt Studio and continued his education at the Chicago Art Institute. After serving in WWI, Andrew worked for several advertising agencies before opening his own studio in Downtown Chicago. In 1935, his artwork appeared on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post. Andrew taught at the American Academy of Art in Chicago during the 1930s, and the passed away in 1959.
Labels: tutorials
Ambiant Occlusion
Feb 5, 2012
Shadow and Light
Feb 3, 2012
Light creates various tonal effects on objects such as areas of light, shade, cast shadows, reflected light, highlight or bounce light, etc... The flat surface of the objects show uniform tones and the curved surfaces show tonal variations. The pattern variations depend on the surface curvature. For example we can say a cylindrical surface will show the tonal variations in lines, a conical surface will show the tonal variations in a pattern which is narrowing towards the apex and broadening at the base and spherical surfaces will show tones varying in a circular way.
Tips: A good practice in the primitives will help in drawing real world objects. The shades and shadows will help in detailing the objects.
The figure will give a clear understanding of the basic shapes and perspectives.
To represent the object in three dimensional nature the real depth should be given to the object. The real depth is obtained by giving the proper shade, cast shadow, bounce light, highlight, etc...
The cast shadow if formed by blocking the light source. The cast shadow falls outside the object. The size of the shadow will depend on the angle of the light. The size of the shadow will be small if the light is above the object and will be large when the light is in the side of the object. Also the object nearer to the light source will produce a bigger shadow and the more far object will produce smaller shadow. For an example here a spear is projected in the path of the light. By observing the figure we can see the size of the shadow for the angle of light. For creating a perfect shadow for an object, a very good understanding of light and its angles is must.
The bounce light are formed from the light of the other nearby objects. The lighting area is called as spots or highlights. These spots are perpendicular to the light source.
Tips: Newbies are recommended to use HB pencils in the starting stage, so that they can get a good hand flow in shading and strokes.
Labels: tutorials
Sketching Materials:
A : The simple and most universal toll of the artist is the pencil. It is very versatile. It ranges from very hard to very soft and black (HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B etc.) and there are different thickness. At least you must have three degrees of blackness, such as HB (average hardness and blackness), 2B (soft and black), 4B (very soft and black). Try to avoid H series pencils (eg: H, 2H, 3H, 4H). H serious are only used for engineering drawings. They wont be suitable for portraits and fine arts drawings.
B : Charcoal stick - Sticks are more versatile then pencil because they are very easy to produce dimensional images on toned paper.
C : Charcoal pencil - Charcoal pencil in black, grey and white are excellent. A variety of grads are available namely Hard, Neutral, Soft. Hard is used for lighter tone, Neutral is used for middle tone and soft is used for darker tone.
D : Marker and Ballpoint Pen - Ball pens are some times used to give strokes. Black color is preferable. Also some more variety of pen are available, fine nib push pen, fine line pen.
E : Craft knife or Cutter - used to sharpen pencils and charcoal. A normal hand-held sharpeners won't always take the thickness of lead in charcoal pencils and graphite pencilis. Cutter will give a very good pint
F : Pencils - It ranges from very hard to very soft and black (H, HB, B, 2B, etc.) and there are different thickness.
G : Geometric compass - used to put circles.
H: Pro circles - used to put circles and curves as same as compass.
I : Pencil Sharpener - used to sharpen pencils.
J : Non dust eraser. This will help in preserving the paper.
Apart from these materials, there are some Stuffs which are not available in all countries. Some of the materials which are rarely available - Blending stump (used for quick build up of tones). Instead of blending stump we can use a piece of tissue paper. By rubbing the tissue over the scribbled surface or strokes, we can get the desired tone. I also missed some materials. I have given those details in the following text. Always keep a piece of cloth or napkin for wiping hands. Drawing for long time will lead to sweat and it might damage the sketch. Salt Paper is used to sharpen the tip of the pencils. This can be done while giving some sharp storks.
Stencil is a template used to draw or paint identical letters, symbols, shapes, or patterns every time it is used. One feet ruler and half feed ruler, for put borders or straight lines. A4 papers for marking measurements and to keep under our hand while drawing. This will prevent our work from damage by sweat.
Usage of pencil: Advanced drawing materials are not necessary if you are a beginner. If you are drawing for the first time, you can use AB, 2B, 3B or 4B pencils (Pencils should be well sharpened). Try these range of pencils and experiment the softness by yourself.
Once you achieved a firm grip in the pencil, you can switch over to the solid graphite stick. This cost more than a pencil but it will last longer than a pencil. Also it is very comfortable you can vary you strokes as per your wish. Charcoal is good for larger drawings. It can be smudged or softened.
After a good practise in pencil and charcoal you can use pen (0.1 grade or higher).
A3 size note book: Sketch pad (11.5" X 16.5") - suitable for pencil, charcoal, crayon, ink and light washes. Standard cartridge papers are preferable. This will be available in different weights and textures. The advantage of smooth paper is that you can draw in greater detail and also draw smaller shapes. If you are using the coarse paper, your lines will look slightly broken and will give a textured effect. Also you cannot draw pictures too small. Generally The smaller the drawing the smoother and finer the drawing paper. Sketch pad with butter paper in between the sheets will help in preventing the sketch from overlapping on the previous page or any damage to the drawing. A sketch pad will be very useful in the beginning, because you can carry it where every you want and you can draw where ever you like.
Using the paper: Working in larger area is more easier for correction. Beginners can work as large as possible. The surface under the drawing paper must be smooth, this will improve the quality of the drawing. Masking tapes and paper clips will safe guard the paper on the board.
Painting Materials:
Necessary materials are shown in the above picture. Poster colors, Painting brushes, Painting Pallet, Bowl, Cloth etc.. There are some advance products like paint remover. But for beginners these are the basic materials needed.
Brush Types:
We have two types of brushes namely Flat brush and Round brush. Flat brushes are used to cover more area in less time and round brushes are used for detailing. Beginners are recommended to use round brush first. Then they can start using flat brush.
Easel or Drawing board can be fixed in board or you can keep on your lap with a firm support on the back side of the board.
Working in a EASEL: The best way to draw is standing up and using the easel. The pencil should be at you shoulder height and you should have a very clear view of drawing area. Plenty of distance is needed between you and the easel, so that your arm, wrist and hand can move freely and also gives you a clear view of what you doing. Every now and then you can step back and observe your work, so that you can see the work more objectiverly.
A : The simple and most universal toll of the artist is the pencil. It is very versatile. It ranges from very hard to very soft and black (HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B etc.) and there are different thickness. At least you must have three degrees of blackness, such as HB (average hardness and blackness), 2B (soft and black), 4B (very soft and black). Try to avoid H series pencils (eg: H, 2H, 3H, 4H). H serious are only used for engineering drawings. They wont be suitable for portraits and fine arts drawings.
B : Charcoal stick - Sticks are more versatile then pencil because they are very easy to produce dimensional images on toned paper.
C : Charcoal pencil - Charcoal pencil in black, grey and white are excellent. A variety of grads are available namely Hard, Neutral, Soft. Hard is used for lighter tone, Neutral is used for middle tone and soft is used for darker tone.
D : Marker and Ballpoint Pen - Ball pens are some times used to give strokes. Black color is preferable. Also some more variety of pen are available, fine nib push pen, fine line pen.
E : Craft knife or Cutter - used to sharpen pencils and charcoal. A normal hand-held sharpeners won't always take the thickness of lead in charcoal pencils and graphite pencilis. Cutter will give a very good pint
F : Pencils - It ranges from very hard to very soft and black (H, HB, B, 2B, etc.) and there are different thickness.
G : Geometric compass - used to put circles.
H: Pro circles - used to put circles and curves as same as compass.
I : Pencil Sharpener - used to sharpen pencils.
J : Non dust eraser. This will help in preserving the paper.
Apart from these materials, there are some Stuffs which are not available in all countries. Some of the materials which are rarely available - Blending stump (used for quick build up of tones). Instead of blending stump we can use a piece of tissue paper. By rubbing the tissue over the scribbled surface or strokes, we can get the desired tone. I also missed some materials. I have given those details in the following text. Always keep a piece of cloth or napkin for wiping hands. Drawing for long time will lead to sweat and it might damage the sketch. Salt Paper is used to sharpen the tip of the pencils. This can be done while giving some sharp storks.
Stencil is a template used to draw or paint identical letters, symbols, shapes, or patterns every time it is used. One feet ruler and half feed ruler, for put borders or straight lines. A4 papers for marking measurements and to keep under our hand while drawing. This will prevent our work from damage by sweat.
Usage of pencil: Advanced drawing materials are not necessary if you are a beginner. If you are drawing for the first time, you can use AB, 2B, 3B or 4B pencils (Pencils should be well sharpened). Try these range of pencils and experiment the softness by yourself.
Once you achieved a firm grip in the pencil, you can switch over to the solid graphite stick. This cost more than a pencil but it will last longer than a pencil. Also it is very comfortable you can vary you strokes as per your wish. Charcoal is good for larger drawings. It can be smudged or softened.
After a good practise in pencil and charcoal you can use pen (0.1 grade or higher).
A3 size note book: Sketch pad (11.5" X 16.5") - suitable for pencil, charcoal, crayon, ink and light washes. Standard cartridge papers are preferable. This will be available in different weights and textures. The advantage of smooth paper is that you can draw in greater detail and also draw smaller shapes. If you are using the coarse paper, your lines will look slightly broken and will give a textured effect. Also you cannot draw pictures too small. Generally The smaller the drawing the smoother and finer the drawing paper. Sketch pad with butter paper in between the sheets will help in preventing the sketch from overlapping on the previous page or any damage to the drawing. A sketch pad will be very useful in the beginning, because you can carry it where every you want and you can draw where ever you like.
Using the paper: Working in larger area is more easier for correction. Beginners can work as large as possible. The surface under the drawing paper must be smooth, this will improve the quality of the drawing. Masking tapes and paper clips will safe guard the paper on the board.
Painting Materials:
Necessary materials are shown in the above picture. Poster colors, Painting brushes, Painting Pallet, Bowl, Cloth etc.. There are some advance products like paint remover. But for beginners these are the basic materials needed.
Brush Types:
We have two types of brushes namely Flat brush and Round brush. Flat brushes are used to cover more area in less time and round brushes are used for detailing. Beginners are recommended to use round brush first. Then they can start using flat brush.
Easel or Drawing board can be fixed in board or you can keep on your lap with a firm support on the back side of the board.
Working in a EASEL: The best way to draw is standing up and using the easel. The pencil should be at you shoulder height and you should have a very clear view of drawing area. Plenty of distance is needed between you and the easel, so that your arm, wrist and hand can move freely and also gives you a clear view of what you doing. Every now and then you can step back and observe your work, so that you can see the work more objectiverly.
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