Suitable for complete beginners, this practical drawing guide provides all you need to know to draw with confidence and proficiency. Giving detailed advice on selecting the best materials and equipment, the course uses carefully graded, step-by-step exercises that are designed to enhance developing skills through every stage of composition and explores a variety of media such as charcoal, conte, pencil, pastels, pen and ink providing illustrated guidance on blending, hatching, overlaying and optical mixing techniques.