How Should You Hold Your Pencil When You Are Learning To Draw

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In this video I go over the standard tripod grip, the overhand grip and the loose grip. Learn when to use each grip and which one I recommend to beginners who are learning to draw. 00:37 Standard Grip (What you are probably used to) 01:30 Overhand Grip (For experienced artists to gain more freedom of mobility) 02:35 Loose Grip (A compromise between the two if you want to work towards overhand) 🎥 Watch next: Practice the three different grips while doing the exercises in this video: Easy Drawing Exercises For Beginners https://youtu.be/ahmqAhF5dhE ------------------------------------------------ ❤️ ✏️ LEARN WITH ME: Want to keep learning? FOR A LIMITED TIME GET 20% OFF any one class or course over at https://thepencilroomonline.podia.com Learn the fundamentals of drawing in a practical way with my Learn To Draw Course For Beginners OR choose a Sketch Club class to suit your interests. Just use the code CLASS20 at checkout. OR get access to all classes and courses when you join my monthly Sketch Club membership! https://thepencilroomonline.podia.com/sketch-club Sign up to my free newsletter for monthly drawing advice and tips at www.thepencilroomonline.com Not sure what materials you need to start drawing? Download my free drawing materials list: https://thepencilroomonline.podia.com/materials-guide ------------------------------------------------ 👉 PRODUCT LINKS: Tombow Mono Zero Eraser Pen https://amzn.to/39UqOQr Tombow Mono Pencil Set incl sharpener: https://amzn.to/3LBN2FJ Tombow Mono Pencil Set incl Eraser Pen (pencils require sharpening): https://amzn.to/3LDxodT Staedtler Mars Technico, comes with a 2mm HB lead and has a sharpener in the top https://amzn.to/3iJvoVx I use 4B leads (pack of 12): https://amzn.to/3VLFuDZ Faber Castell Kneadable Eraser: https://amzn.to/3OE9kGM 8.5 x 11" Wirebound sketchbook, sturdy cover https://amzn.to/39XFFJK Canson 9x12" wirebound sketchbook, card cover https://amzn.to/3OKE5JT Canson 11x14" wirebound sketchbook, card cover https://amzn.to/3NvG03T Some items may be affiliate links which means I receive a small commission if you purchase via the link. I only list products I use and recommend.