How to Create a Random Abstract Drawing
Start with a blank canvas., Drawing across the canvas with random lines that split up the blank as much as possible., Fill some of the shapes in that arise in the areas between all of the lines., Fill in the majority of the shapes left., Fill in the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Start with a blank canvas.
In this case, a simple piece of blank paper. (See Things You'll Need for size suggestions.) -
Step 2: Drawing across the canvas with random lines that split up the blank as much as possible.
Send these lines all the way across the page.
Don't leave anything cut off in the middle of the paper but continue to draw the lines from side to the other, without end. , Just keep using your pencil.
There is no pattern to follow; just make it a block of choices in one part of your canvas. , Use random patterns and similar stuff.
Preferably go for big shapes but you're free to use small ones too.
The important essence of nothingness, though, is to follow the random patterns all the time, letting the randomness decide the form for you. , Go on
- try it; it might not seem like a good idea but it will look great. -
Step 3: Fill some of the shapes in that arise in the areas between all of the lines.
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Step 4: Fill in the majority of the shapes left.
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Step 5: Fill in the rest by just putting a cross in them.
Detailed Guide
In this case, a simple piece of blank paper. (See Things You'll Need for size suggestions.)
Send these lines all the way across the page.
Don't leave anything cut off in the middle of the paper but continue to draw the lines from side to the other, without end. , Just keep using your pencil.
There is no pattern to follow; just make it a block of choices in one part of your canvas. , Use random patterns and similar stuff.
Preferably go for big shapes but you're free to use small ones too.
The important essence of nothingness, though, is to follow the random patterns all the time, letting the randomness decide the form for you. , Go on
- try it; it might not seem like a good idea but it will look great.
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