Art Fundamentals: Drawing and Painting Techniques

Which type of pencil is best for light, beginning sketches?

• 2H

• HB

• 2B

• 6B

Identify the type of brush shown in this image.

• Filbert Brush

• Fan Brush

• Round Brush

• Flat Brush

True or False: The term "palette" refers to the rang of colors an artist uses.

• True

• False

What does the term 'wash' mean in watercolor painting?

• • A thick application of paint

• • A light, transparent layer of paint

• • A technique to remove paint

• • A type of protective coating

(a)   is the technique of shading with closely drawn parallel lines.

When beginning to draw, why is it important to sketch lightly?

• To build up to darker shades,

• To prevent damaging the paper

• To easily make corrections

• All of the above

In your own words, describe how to prepare your workspace for a painting session.