6 Steps to Draw Anything

Summary by Krater

Concept artist Antonio Stappaerts explains six principles for learning art effectively, detailing steps from structuralization and manipulation to observation, education, imitation, and imagination.

From the video

Answers: How can I improve my concept art by learning structure and shape manipulation?

• structuralization in drawing
• shape manipulation
• contour manipulation
• observation in art
• education in art
• imitation in art
• imagination in art

What it concludes

• Learning to draw simple shapes and developing spatial awareness is a crucial first step in artistic learning.
• Contour manipulation allows artists to transform simple cylindrical and box shapes into organic animal and creature forms.
• Observation without prior structural knowledge is difficult, so understanding shapes first improves how we perceive complex references.
• Imitating and studying masters helps build a strong foundational vocabulary before developing your own unique style.
• Structure is not just about drawing on paper, but having discipline and consistency in your artistic training.