I’ve been getting into the practice of doing warm-up sketches before I sit down and do work.
I really like doing this because it lets me practice drawing silhouettes and spirits…
Or I could practice drawing and cross-hatching in pen and ink, while also practicing referencing a collection of photo references…
Or refresh my memory on using India ink and brush…
Or I can practice some costume and character designs…
My point is, art is a skill, and to keep that skill fresh, I have to practice.
With warm-up sketches, I do use reference photos sometimes. I’m ok with this.
Using references actually helps me include them in my visual memory.
So next time I draw something and I’m away from the computer, I can rely on my visual memory to help me.
It’s handy!