The Exceptionally Simple Theory of Sketching

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George Hlavács

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English

BIS Publishers B.V.
27 September 2022

Drawing & drawings; Graphic design; Illustration & commercial art; Product design

When watching a

masterful sketcher, it seems that they create elaborate sketches with ease,

tracing their pencils on the page and bringing to life rich and detailed

drawings. After sweating away hours trying to create a simple sketch, you may

find that yours pales in comparison, looking amateurish and unprofessional.

Why is it that you can't do what these 'masters' can?

While many assume the difference comes down to accurate strokes and natural

talent, you couldn't be further from the truth. Accuracy is not everything -

confidence is. And, in this book, Hlavacs helps you to build up your

confidence, moving through each layer of drawing and helping you understand

exactly why one drawing looks more professional than another. This book

breaks down the fear around sketching, walking you through how to create

intricate sketches without difficulty.

No other book teaches sketching in such a natural way, allowing anyone - no

matter levels of talent or their past in drawing - to learn how to make this

beautiful skill an intuitive process. Hlavacs demonstrates sketching as a

pathway of logical steps, starting with the most basic elements and then

adding further layers to the sketches as the book progresses.

With a range of exercises to move through and pages filled with the

psychology of why humans are drawn to certain sketches over others, this book

will turn you into the master you've always admired. Instead of aiming for

perfection, Hlavacs teaches you how to draw emotionally, using confidence in

place of skill and understanding in place of talent.

No matter who you are, The Exceptionally Simple Theory of Sketching will give

you rules and demonstrations that will turn every sketch you create into a

masterpiece.

By: George Hlavács
Imprint: BIS Publishers B.V.
Dimensions: Height: 170mm, Width: 220mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 275g
ISBN: 9789063696405
ISBN 10: 906369640X
Pages: 88
Publication Date: 27 September 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

George Hlavacs is a lecturer of cognitive ergonomics and industrial design at the University of Rotterdam. His educational background is in Industrial and Product Design, having obtained a Master's degree from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. Alongside his pursuits as an educator, he is the Chief of Design and Research at Delush Interior Fragrances.