The Exceptionally Simple Theory of Sketching (Extended Edition)

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.