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How to Draw Flowers

Field of flowers in the background. Text overlay: How to Draw Flowers. See the Light Shine

Remember the old song, “April showers bring May flowers?” Okay, it’s only January. And here in North Texas, everything is cold and brown. But that’s all the more reason to think in terms of drawing flowers. Today’s blog post is a collection of web pages and videos that will give you some resources on drawing flowers. 

GARDEN DRAWINGS — This site has some easy projects that involve “garden drawings.” Not really a “how to” site, but it’s a great idea and younger children can easily adapt the idea for their own creations: http://bookzoompa.wordpress.com/category/garden-drawings/

HOW TO DRAW FLOWERS — This page has 9 different step-by-step tutorials for drawing different varieties of flowers. They’re all easy to follow and worth a look. http://www.hellokids.com/r_1962/drawing-for-kids/drawing-tutorials-step-by-step/flowers

HOW TO DRAW A ROSE — There are a lot (I mean a LOT) of ads on this page. Still, it’s a very nice step-by-step on how to draw a rose. A bit “stylized” perhaps (as opposed to realistic), but still it’s a nice tutorial. https://www.easypeasyandfun.com/how-to-draw-a-rose/

VIDEOS:

Here are some videos that you might find helpful. In the first one, See the Light’s Jim Pence demonstrates how to draw a daisy in pastel (chalk). Following is a super easy tutorial on drawing flowers that will be great for your younger children. Finally, we’ve got a more detailed video on “floral doodling” for the older students. Have fun!

For older children who are up for more of a challenge, here’s a video with twelve floral “doodles,” that will get them started on drawing more realistic looking flowers.

Field of flowers in the background. Text overlay: How to Draw Flowers. See the Light Shine

How to Draw Rocks and Boulders with Chalk

How to Draw Rocks and Boulders

How to Draw Rocks in Chalk

In this video tip, See the Light chalk artist, Jim Pence demonstrates how to draw large rocks and boulders with lecturer’s chalk. He’s also included four short (five-ish minute) YouTube videos with different approaches to drawing rocks with pencil and pen.

Jim is drawing with lecturer’s chalk on bogus paper. You can purchase these supplies at Eternity Arts (eternityarts.com). If you don’t want to buy chalk, soft pastels will work just as well, and you can draw on pastel paper or construction paper.

If you enjoy this lesson, be sure to scroll down and check out our video series Art Class, taught by master artist Pat Knepley. You can download the first three lessons, free!

See the Light Art Class 9-DVD Boxed Set
Try 3 Free Lessons!

Download 3 video art lessons on us!

What you’ll learn…

The foundational skill of art is drawing.

Whether you’re using a pencil, pen, brush, or a piece of chalk, it’s all about drawing.

In your free lessons, you’ll learn…

…The basics of what makes a drawing
…What you need to have in your drawing “toolkit”
…The most essential skill of drawing
…How to synchronize your hand and your eyes
…The basics of composition

How to Draw Seascapes

How to Draw Seascapes

How to Draw a Stormy Sea in Chalk

Seascapes, waves, and beaches are among my favorite things to draw. This week, I’ll show how to draw a stormy sea with chalk. So, get out your chalk (or soft pastels) and some paper, and draw along.

I’ve also curated four short (5-to-10-ish minutes) videos that will help you learn to draw some beach scenes. Two are easy and one is a bit more challenging. Have fun!

And be sure to scroll down and check out our 3 free video art lesson downloads that will teach you how to draw what you see.

See the Light Art Class 9-DVD Boxed Set
Try 3 Free Lessons!

Download 3 video art lessons on us!

What you’ll learn…

The foundational skill of art is drawing.

Whether you’re using a pencil, pen, brush, or a piece of chalk, it’s all about drawing.

In your free lessons, you’ll learn…

…The basics of what makes a drawing
…What you need to have in your drawing “toolkit”
…The most essential skill of drawing
…How to synchronize your hand and your eyes
…The basics of composition

How to Draw a Waterfall

Draw a Beautiful Waterfall

How to Draw a Waterfall in Chalk with image of a waterfall in the background.

I love waterfalls! When I was about four years old, my family visited Niagara Falls. Although I don’t recall a lot of detail, the falls must have made an impression on me. I still have vague memories of standing there and watching the spray, feeling the mist, seeing people in yellow rain slickers.

But waterfalls aren’t only fun to watch, they’re fun to draw, too. In this week’s blog post, I’ve gathered four short (5-ish minute) videos that you should find helpful.

In the first video, I’ll be using lecturer’s chalk (you can buy it at eternityarts.com). As with my other chalk tutorials, this will also work with soft pastels. The other demos are done with pencil or marker.

So get out some chalk, pastels, pencils, and paper, and let’s have some fun.

To purchase lecturer’s chalk, go to Eternity Arts (eternityarts.com).

See the Light Art Class 9-DVD Boxed Set
Try 3 Free Lessons!

Download 3 video art lessons on us!

What you’ll learn…

The foundational skill of art is drawing.

Whether you’re using a pencil, pen, brush, or a piece of chalk, it’s all about drawing.

In your free lessons, you’ll learn…

…The basics of what makes a drawing
…What you need to have in your drawing “toolkit”
…The most essential skill of drawing
…How to synchronize your hand and your eyes
…The basics of composition

Creative Christmas Projects: Easy Christmas Ornaments

Green, blue and red collage background with Christmas cards. Text Overlay: Creative Christmas Projects: Easy Christmas Ornaments. See the Light Shine Art

As we continue our Creative Christmas series on the blog this month, today’s focus is on making beautiful ornaments for the Christmas tree. I’ve found some short (5-min average) videos that offer fun craft ideas. There’s something here for all age groups, so I hope you’ll enjoy making some of these Christmas ornaments.

First we start with some easy, pipe-cleaner ornaments:

Next are several easy ornaments you can make with craft (popsicle) sticks:

Third are some easy and fun 3-D paper ornaments: 

And finally, some mini yarn-hat ornaments:

Have a merry Christmas. And don’t forget to visit the blog next week. We’ve got a special New Year’s gift for you. But you’ll only be able to find out how to claim it here!

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James Pence

Art Class Volume 5 – Lessons 17-20: Proportions for Composition (Download)

Composition is one of the most important aspects of creating a good drawing or painting, yet we often neglect it. In this DVD, Pat Knepley explains the principles of composition, proportion, scale, and point-of-view. You’ll do exercises in each of these concepts so you can learn, not just how to draw, but how to create a visually pleasing work of art. Lessons include, It’s All About the Grounds, Keep Things in Proportion, Scale, and Point of View.

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October 10, 2018 No Comments
James Pence

Art Class Volume 9 – Lessons 33-36: Faces & Figures (Download)

Drawing faces and figures is both challenging and exciting. When you add people to your drawings, the pictures come alive. In Art Class Volume 9, Pat Knepley introduces you to the basics of drawing people. Lessons include: Drawing People, A Different View (Profile), It Starts with a Stick Figure, and The Human Figure.

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October 10, 2018 No Comments

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Creative Christmas Projects: Easy Christmas Cards

Easy Christmas Cards

This week in our Creative Christmas series, our focus is on homemade Christmas cards. I’ve found some short (approx 5 minute) DIY Christmas card videos on YouTube that will challenge you and your children to be creative this week. The projects range from very easy to complex, so there will be something for all age groups here.

It’s time to get those Christmas cards out, so get to work!

And don’t forget to have fun!

Okay, this first project might be a tad messy, but it’s perfect for your younger children. Fingerpainted Christmas Cards…

Next, and a bit more challenging, is 3-D Paper-Ornament Christmas Cards:

And while we’re thinking about pop-up Christmas cards, here’s an even more challenging project you might want to try:

Finally, four quick and easy Christmas card projects:

Next week: Easy and Fun Christmas Ornament Projects

Green, blue and red collage background with Christmas cards. Text Overlay: Creative Christmas Projects: Easy Christmas Cards. See the Light Shine Art

Take your art to the next level with See the Light videos:
James Pence

Shipwrecked: Bible Story and Art Projects (Download)

As children experience the dramatic story of the Apostle Paul through art, drama, and interactive art projects, their faith in the power and mercy of God will be strengthened.

(Note: The downloadable version of Shipwrecked does not contain some of the bonus features found on the DVD.)

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October 13, 2018 No Comments
Art Projects: Cartooning DVD cover
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Art Projects: Cartooning (Digital Download)

Cartooning is a great way to have fun while drawing, and this stand-alone DVD from See the Light’s master artist, Pat Knepley, will challenge your creativity as you learn to draw cartoon vegetables, animals, people, and even create your own comic strips.

Looking for the DVD version? Go here!

This DVD is available for a limited time only, so grab it while you can!

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May 1, 2020 2 Comments
James Pence

Art Class Volume 5 – Lessons 17-20: Proportions for Composition

Composition is one of the most important aspects of creating a good drawing or painting, yet we often neglect it. In this DVD, Pat Knepley explains the principles of composition, proportion, scale, and point-of-view. You’ll do exercises in each of these concepts so you can learn, not just how to draw, but how to create a visually pleasing work of art. Lessons include, Stand Your “Ground”, Keep Things in Proportion, Scale, and Point of View.

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August 2, 2018 No Comments

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Green background with tree with fall leaves and cartoonish pencil. Text overlay: How to Draw Fall Trees. See the Light Shine.

How to Draw Autumn Trees

July 13, 2020 No Comments

Well, it’s the middle of summer, but we’re going to think about fall today. Fall colors provide us with wonderful subject matter for drawing and

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