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Proportion
and form 		Perspective
drawing 		Cylindrical
forms 		Notes on the
use of tone 		Notes on
composition 		Drawing
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Notes on the measurement of proportion and form
Measuring proportion in drawing from observation and judging the directions of lines.

Notes on perspective for drawings from observation
Understanding how perspective affects the appearance of straight-sided objects.

Notes on drawing cylindrical forms from observation
Covering the specific problems associated with drawing cylindrical objects.

Notes on the use of tone in drawing and painting
How shaded drawings use tone to define shape; types of light and other factors to take into account.

Composition for paintings and drawings from observation
Things to consider when setting up a painting or drawing.

Drawing heads
Common proportions found when drawing the human head.

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