Basic Shapes Workbook PDF

D R AW I N G P R O G R A M
Fundamentals Phase I:
Basic Shapes
OVERVIEW
In this lesson, we will be learning how to freehand draw simple geometric shapes. The relative impor-
tance of these geometric shapes can be found in everything you will need to draw, from tech-oriented
subjects such as cars, planes, trains, etc., to the human form. You may find these a bit boring at first,
but trust me, once we move into anatomy and picture making, you will see these concepts constantly
resurfacing. Stay focused and settle into a relaxed pace as you move through drawing these. If I can
do this for the thousandth time, surely you can muster up enough patience to do this one time. Yes,
you are right, I am challenging you. Now, set your intention, pull up your big boy pants, and let’s get
down to drawing some geometric forms.
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Basic Shapes
ASSIGNMENT: BASIC SHAPES
This assignment will introduce you to freehand drawing some of the most essential geometric
shapes used when breaking down complex forms.
Part 1: Watch the video where I draw these various forms.
Part 2: Move on to copying the same images from the handouts.
1) Start with the sphere. This is where your oval practice will start to pay off.
2) Move on to the cube. This will require a bit of freehand perspective. Remember how
I explained the procedure in the video.
3) Now, do the cone.
4) Finally, work on the cylinder. This form will be used extensively in the figure
breakdowns.
Note: Find objects around your home or environment. Start freehand sketching these objects. We
will be using this in a bit to construct still-life set-ups. So, make sure and apply yourself in these
early, simple efforts. Remember, we are building your foundation.

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The sphere has an obvious

core shadow on it. Notice
how the form rolls around
and, ultimately, turns to
shadow. Now, imagine we
attach a pyramid as the
nose, a cylinder as the
neck and so on coming off
of it. You are starting to
see how adding smaller
shapes onto larger ones
creates more complex
shadows and shapes. Just
remember, they are still
just simple geometric
shapes.
A. Halftone
A
B. Highlight
C. Core shadow
D. Reflected light B
E. Occlusion shadow
C
F. Cast shadow
The above are what D

we refer to as values
E
and edges. We will
expand on these con-
cepts as we progress F
through this phase.

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Here we have a
simple cube. Notice
in the image of the
head how the cube
form is used in the
forehead, cheeks,
and chin. This is
just one example.
Another example
is using a cube to
construct a tire or
wheel. Just wait
until we get to per-
spective!
Try to keep your

drawing clean
and accurate. You
may need to draw
it several times as
you work towards
getting a cube
rather than a
rectangle. Keep
working at it.
Draw dozens of
them from various
angles. You will be
drawing a block-
form mannequin
in Phase I figure,
so get this done.

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Here is a photo of a typical cone shape.

Notice the cast shadow shape projecting
from the cone. It will be hardest right as
it comes off of the cone.
When drawing the cone, you can always

create a square on the ground in perspec-
tive. Then, simply connect the corners to
find the middle. Draw a line straight up
from this point. Now, create the ellipse by
connecting around the square and then
connect the sides just like in the video.

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Relax and settle into this exercise. I know

they are a bit monotonous, but it is a
perfect time to be grounded, stay present,
and apply yourself. We will be moving on
to applying these shapes shortly, and this
is when you will really see the value in
these exercises.
This is a standard cylinder. You will use

this shape quite often when drawing
figures and technical drawings. You will
notice when we get into Phase I figure
that many of the mannequins are heavily
built from cylinders.

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Preserving the Traditions of the Masters

ASSIGNMENT: BASIC SHAPES

Part 1: Watch the video where I draw these various forms.

Part 2: Move on to copying the same images from the handouts.

3) Now, do the cone.

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The sphere has an obvious

The above are what D

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Try to keep your

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Here is a photo of a typical cone shape.

When drawing the cone, you can always

Preserving the Traditions of the Masters

Preserving the Traditions of the Masters

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Relax and settle into this exercise. I know

This is a standard cylinder. You will use

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Preserving the Traditions of the Masters

Preserving the Traditions of the Masters

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