Understanding this fundamental aspect of drawing is essential for both beginners and experienced artists alike, as it enriches their creative expression and technical skills.

“Teaching adults is a more challenging yet rewarding endeavor because it involves helping them navigate through mental obstacles and societal conditioning that may have held them back from pursuing their artistic passions.”

In a last attempt to salvage my portrait, I turned to my Derwent and Faber Castell colored pencils. While they helped to some extent, the waxiness of the Posca pencils limited their effectiveness.

I discovered that Inktense pencils are water-soluble, which makes me excited to experiment with them using water. This realization may explain some of the slight choppiness I experienced.