10 Questions
Which instrument is NOT commonly used for drawing?
Chisels
What is the most common support for drawing?
Paper
What is a quick, freehand drawing sometimes called?
Sketch
In addition to artistic forms, where else is drawing frequently used?
Animation
What is an artist who practices technical drawing sometimes called?
Drafter
What material, other than paper, is commonly used as a support for drawing?
Cardboard
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a drawing instrument in the text?
Watercolor
What is drawing often used for in addition to its artistic forms?
Commercial illustration
What term is used for a quick, freehand drawing that is not intended as a finished work?
Sketch
What is another term for an artist who practices or works in technical drawing?
Drafter
Study Notes
Drawing Basics
- Drawing is used not only for artistic forms but also in technical fields, such as architecture, engineering, and design.
Drawing Instruments
- Common drawing instruments include pens, pencils, markers, and pastels.
- The camera is NOT commonly used for drawing.
Drawing Supports
- The most common support for drawing is paper.
- Other materials used as supports for drawing include board, plastic, and film.
Technical Drawing
- An artist who practices technical drawing is sometimes called a draftsman or drafter.
- Technical drawing is used in fields such as architecture, engineering, and design.
Quick Drawings
- A quick, freehand drawing that is not intended as a finished work is called a sketch or study.
- Sketches or studies are often used to explore ideas, practice techniques, or capture a likeness.
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