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Old 05-09-2002, 05:28 PM   #2
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Re: Pencil drawing technique question

Matt:

I guess I am not completely sure about what you mean by "smudging". Can you explain more?

I do a lot of charcoal portraiture. I "smudge" - in my definiton - laying some charcoal down and spreading it out with a brush, my finger, a stump, etc.

I would not worry too much about what others think about this technique or another. In my opinion, any technique that helps you to nail your likeness and gives a pleasant look is worth making your own decision about.
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