I have some questions for those who use the grid method to transfer the sketches to the canvas:
1. what type of drawing utensil do you use? Watercolor pencil? Charcoal? Something else?
2. how many layers of paint do you usually need to completely cover the grid lines and the sketch outlines?
3. do you think there are other ways which are better than the grid method for transferring the sketches onto the canvas?
Thank you for your time.
0 ·
Comments
2. One
3. Yes. Freehand drawing. Or you could try a projector.
I agree with Tassieguy, freehand is by far the most rewarding and skill building method.
When using a grid I opt for a pastel pencil (Stabilo Carbothello) in a contrasting value (White) to my toned (red oxide or mid gray)aluminium support.
One layer is usually sufficient. White pastel is easily covered even when sprayed with workable fixative.
When using a grid I prefer a lattice pattern, starting with the corners of the original image. No measurement or tedious linework, infinite resolution, automatic scaling, proportional sizing b/w original and painting (corner through corner). https://www.drawinghowtodraw.com/drawing-lessons/improve-drawing/articles/dme-copying-transfer-sketches-triangulation.html
Here is an easier method using charcoal, but still has some tedious aspects such as painting over drawing before easily erasing charcoal grid. https://youtu.be/m22ogJAcL3g
https://youtu.be/vF5A_9vylrQ
This is a viable alternative to the grid method called the straight edge and divider method. I like this method.
https://youtu.be/jexwG4bnTN0
Stumbled on this cute method of projecting an image without a projector.
https://youtu.be/WyFiG1jM7ck