Since drawing papers are made for drawing, it has features like the “tooth” that absorbs graphite better compared to a smooth bond paper, for example.

To find the best drawing pencils, we talked to artists from different disciplines about the ones they reach for over and over again, whether they’re doodling in a sketchbook or putting the ...

01. Know your pencils Having the right pencil to begin drawing your pencil sketch is one of the most essential sketching tips. The hardness of the graphite is indicated on the side of the pencil ...

When you draw with pencils, I’d advise having at least two different sizes and grades of lead, with HB (harder) for the ...

The survey of mostly abstract Gerhard Richter drawings at the Drawing Center is a reminder of the ways Mr. Richter is an artist for many genres, styles and seasons.

A new documentary, “Drawing Group,” by Hot Springs musician and filmmaker Chuck Dodson, explores the private group’s ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Large graphite sketch of a woman in a ...

Erika Rix teaches readers the techniques she uses to make her sketches through the telescope more realistic.