How to Draw a Ruin in Pen and Ink

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b Class Description

Old ruins will always make for excellent drawings. They have a way of drawing (pun intended) one into the past. What was the building originally used for, and just why is it in the present condition? Before we answer these questions you first have to draw the ruins in pen and ink!

What you will learn:
1.  How to indicate the background
2.  How to simplify the masonry
3.  How to draw the rough masonry
4.  How to indicate shadows

You Will Need

  • Drawing paper or sketch pad
  • Pencil
  • Soft eraser
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Fountain / Dip pen
  • India Ink & Container for dipping
  • Fineliners (0.3, 0.5 & 0.8mm)