Crosshatching: Pocket Guide

Pen and Ink Techniques, Tips, and Tools for Beautiful Drawings

Rocky Nook
Giovana Ghizzi Vescovi
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Quickly learn the basics of using crosshatching to create amazing drawings!

Designed for artists who are starting out on their drawing journey or those who just need a quick refresher on the basics, this handy and ultra-portable reference guide helps you create beautiful artwork using all the techniques of crosshatching.

• Learn basic hatching and crosshatching techniques to create depth and form in your drawings

• Apply simple perspective and composition rules

• Practice your skills with a series of exercises to strengthen your observation and drawing abilities

Noted art instructor Giovana Vescovi, author of The Pen and Ink Drawing Guide, demystifies crosshatching and distills her years of knowledge into this handy guide for all aspiring or expert artists.

Contributor Bio

Giovana Vescoviis an experienced artist and educator known for her work in pen and ink drawing. Giovana has gained widespread recognition for her distinctive style and expertise in the field, as well as for her online courses and tutorials on drawing and illustration. Born in Brazil, Giovana's passion for drawing emerged at a young age. At 17, she embarked on a journey to explore the possibilities of a creative career in advertising by studying marketing and social communications at Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing in São Paulo. However, after graduating, fueled by her love for drawing, she pursued a freelance career as an artist and graphic designer, which ultimately paved the way for her to become a drawing instructor and content creator. On social media platforms like Tiktok and Youtube, she is known as Artsygio, where she shares instructional and inspirational videos on art and drawing. Her full drawing and illustration online classes can be found on Skillshare. Giovana currently works and lives in Toronto, offering a diverse range of art classes and workshops for both beginners and experienced artists.

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