- The first thing you need to know about drawing with a pencil is that it's not like painting. You don't use watercolors or oil paints. Instead, you use graphite (or charcoal) which is made from compressed coal.
- Graphite is very soft so it's best to work on smooth surfaces.
- To draw with a pencil, start by making a light sketch of what you want to draw. Then erase any mistakes.
- Don't worry too much about detail. Just focus on the overall shape and composition of the picture.
- When you're done, you'll have a rough draft of your drawing. Now you can add details and shading.
- Try using different colors of pencils to create interesting effects.
- Remember, when you're working with a pencil, you should always keep your lines straight and even.
- Practice makes perfect!
