Drawing with Contour Lines
Grade 10th Grade · Art · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can create a contour line drawing of an object, focusing on accurate representation of its edges and surface details.
Warm-Up Video
Drawing Life · 6:18
What is a Contour Drawing
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A contour drawing involves using your pencil to follow the edges on the object you're observing, including both outer and inner edges.
- 2
Unlike an outline, a contour considers that the form extends beyond the perceived edge, and cross contours follow the shape of an object, even if they are not visible edges.
- 3
In blind contour drawing, you draw without looking at your paper, which helps you switch into a pure drawing mode, using responsive and intuitive processes rather than logical analysis.
Practice Questions
9 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Create a contour line drawing of a simple object (like a cup or a piece of fruit). Focus on accurately representing the edges and any surface details you observe. Include inner contour lines to define shapes within the object and cross contour lines to show the form's direction. Do not include shading.”
Teacher Guide
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