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The Met: The Materials and Techniques of Drawings and Prints

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In addition to their amazingly varied collections, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York (the Met) also provides educational materials on art-related topics. This particular resource walks you through various techniques for drawing and printmaking. I've already posted about a similar resource from MOMA for printmaking, but I think that the Met's version should… Continue reading The Met: The Materials and Techniques of Drawings and Prints

Article: Getting Started with Silverpoint Drawing

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This article is a perineal favorite of mine. The attention to detail impresses me every time I see it. I honestly knew nothing of silverpoint drawing before this, and I've found it to be a fascinating topic. If you're not familiar with silverpoint, the short version is that you use silver wire to draw on… Continue reading Article: Getting Started with Silverpoint Drawing