Begin with straight lines, remembering that straightness of direction is
the essential thing, not mere geometric straightness. After some practice
with straight lines, try curves; then irregular lines. Copy brush drawings
from Japanese books, for a study of control of the hand and quality of
touch, No. 11, p. 19. This practice work can be done upon ordinary paper.
The aim of such an exercise is to put the hand under control of the will,
but too much time should not be given to mere practice, apart from design.
Quality and power of line are illustrated in the drawings of masters, No.
10 and p. 18. These may be copied later on, for a study of advanced
drawing.
[Practice‐lines drawn with Japanese Brush.]
Practice‐lines drawn with Japanese Brush.
[LINE DRAWING II. LINES BY MASTERS. SOGA SHUBUN. RHODIAN PLATES. KENZAN.
REMBRANDT.]
[LINE DRAWING II. LINES BY MASTERS. Leonardo da Vinci. Michelangelo. Kano
Tanyu. Kano Naonobu.]
[LINE DRAWING II. Brush drawings from Japanese Books.]
[Brush Drawing]