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- A (sort of) new video 6:59am Apr 19
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- Praise for Darrel's art instruction 2:56pm Jan 26
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Student Work: Before & After, Collin VeenstraCreated about 10 months ago
Student Work: Cindy GilletteCreated about 10 months ago
Darrel Tank
DVDs are now available at ... http://www.fivepencilmethod.com/secrets-
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How would you feel if you had instruction, in concrete terms, on exactly what to look for — and the techniques use — so that your drawing’s eyes convey that almost magical intensity that grips the viewer’s gaze and engages them with your drawing?
Darrel Tank
Videos on the materials for the 5-pencil method have been posted on my drawing tutorial site: Go view them now at http://www.fivepencilmethod.com/material
Darrel Tank
A message was sent out last night to people who have signed up for email updates. Here's the link:
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It's the full-length version of the YouTube hair demo that is split into two parts. We're testing a new video service so let me know how the quality and playback is for you.
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This video shows some advanced techniques. The tapered stroke and materials list are prerequisites to understanding the techniques shown here. Videos on those topics will be coming shortly.
Darrel Tank
Video is here!
Go to http://www.5pencilmethod.com to view all the demos.
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Darrel Tank demonstrates his technique for drawing realistic, life-like hair that seems to bounce off the page. To learn more about Darrel's techniques, visit http://www.5pencilmethod.com/
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Click the link to read the article ... The Idaho Statesman on Darrel's teaching
Darrel Tank
“During my first portrait class, we drew circles. Mr. Tank explained that we would start with the basics—working on a consistent pencil stroke and proper shading. Being a 14-year-old in a class with far more experienced adults, the first month of classes was extremely intimidating. But, in that time span, Mr. Tank help...ed me grow more as an artist than I would have ever been able to within my school’s art program.
"I took seven months to finish my first portrait, which may seem like an extremely long time. Mr. Tank encourages his students to strive for the precise details and intricate features that make the difference between the resemblance of a person and the portrait of a person. He realizes that his students each have their own working pace, and encourages them until they feel happy with their piece. He has honed his unique pencil stroke to the point that students at any level can understand, and even still add their own personal flair. He encourages us to try certain techniques on our portraits—but they are suggestions, not instructions. While Mr. Tank has taught his students all the same stroke, he pushes for our individuality to come out in our portraits.
"In addition to the overall improvement of my artwork, Mr. Tank’s class has also provided a truly enjoyable environment for me to spend two hours a week. As I have gotten to know him, my respect for him has grown immensely. Mr. Tank is not only an exceptional artist, but a sincerely good person. He goes out of his way to get to know his students as people, which adds an extremely warm, welcoming facet to the class. Mr. Tank’s exceptional artistic ability and genuine passion for teaching make for a truly engaging environment in which to learn."
- Collin Veenstra
Darrel Tank
“Taking a series of Darrel’s portrait classes is like spending a year in art school and a week laughing with friends. I learned how to loosen up and “see” my subject and to truly appreciate pencil as a medium. Darrel was eager to share invaluable information on lighting, depth and technique. The joy of completing my fi...rst portrait was exhilarating and only got better with each ensuing success. My choice of subject was entirely personal: whether my children, grandchildren or my loyal little dog. Doing their portraits was a blessing; it once again allowed me to spend precious time with those dear to me."
- Ann Warner
