How To Shade With Graphite Pencils: Tips For Beginners

In this video I'll share some simple yet important skills you'll need to master to get better at shading. Shading is important for creating the illusion of 3D form. Practice some simple exercises for improving your pencil control and then have a go at shading a sphere.

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