How To Draw Rocks?
Rocks are common elements in nearly every landscape. On a small scale, they are stones and on a considerable scale, they are mountains.
They certainly add interest to any landscape and are great opportunities to add a different texture to a scene. But their complicated shadows and irregular shapes pose a challenge.
So how to draw rocks? These key points and tricks will help you find the proper technique, and with some practice, those rocks won’t be intimidating any longer.
- Forms Of the Rocks
- Texture Of the Rocks
- The Light Source Position
- Examples Of Rocks Drawing And Painting
Forms Of the Rocks
First of all, pay attention to the forms when drawing rocks. It can significantly affect the overall appearance of the rock and how it is rendered in your drawing.
Here are a few things to keep in mind:
– Look for the basic shape of the rock. Is it round, oval, or jagged? Sketch out roughly the basic shape with a pencil before adding details.
– Pay attention to the way the rock is positioned. Is it standing upright or lying on its side? This will affect how the shadows fall on the rock and how it is rendered in your drawing.
– Try to convey the sense of weight and mass of the rock in your drawing.
– Additionally, study different forms, and try to replicate real and natural rocks. It’s always good to have some references to look at while drawing.
