Beginners Need to Know This About Cross Hatching - And No One Else is Telling You!

This is the reason cross hatching seems so confusing - it is so over-simplified that it has no connection with drawing everyday life. This presentation on cross hatching will set up the drawing beginner to ask the right questions, and make the best choices. Anyone who is confused about cross hatching, needs to watch this video.

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[Bpt]

Stephen, as good as you are at drawing, I am even more impressed by your ability to explain the 'why' of what you've drawn.
Since I subscribed, my ability to render what I see has quickly and steadily improved. Thank you!

[parvezhusnoo]

Thank you. This introduction to the world of hatching is expertly done.

[Steviepinhead]

A veritable visual encyclopedia of the potential range and power of hatching effects. Very valuable for artists whatever the level of subjects they desire to tackle, from simple to complex!

[giancarlorivera]

A very helpful summary of all your good technique explained in one video. 👍🏻

[eileencollins]

Your work is always so amazing and you are so good at explaining what you are trying to communicate. It is much appreciated by me!

[JustGaming]

I personally absolutely love the pen and ink hatching style. I'm always reminded of old R. Crumb illustrations. Also, in case it isn't obvious to everyone: you need a very thin pen to have good hatching.

[pcatful]

Thanks! You say "what direction do I hatch in?" is the wrong question to ask, and then you explain what the direction to hatch in is.

[wisconsinGreg]

Thanks for this video it was very helpful.
I don't think I've ever commented before but have watched many of your videos. Thanks for all your time and effort you put in helping people.
Take Care

[gingerbuchanan]

What a wonderfully concise explanation of the fullness that is hatching. The piece at 8:18 and the next one are my new favorites! Thank you so much for sharing your techniques, while prompting the creativity within us. Much LOVE and BLESSINGS to you and yours.

[Sketchy_Adventure]

Excellent video! I think where I struggle sometimes is when the perspective it's straight on but looking up, and you have a slight overhanging roof, it's deciding what direction the hatches should go in that example

[countdown]

Thanks Stephen. Another great program. 👍

[ladyhollman]

Excellent, thank you. You explained that so well.

[harryhellerman]

Great instruction as I continue to enjoy drawing 😀

[sophia]

We really appreciate your time and effort, keep going ! Btw you are my fav artist so far .🌸

[verdedoodleduck]

Lots of great examples, thank you! In the house at about 5:30, you have solid lines across the front of the house demarcating the shadow/light seperation in addition to the cross hatching. It seems pretty effective for that drawing but is it good in general - is there a better (more organic looking) way to lay down the edge of a sharp shadow?

[AlisonCadorim]

Stephen. I'd love to purchase your course but honestly a full year subscription of Class 101 is quite expensive, especially knowing that only part of that money will be directed to you. I'd be happy to pay a monthly sub while tackling your course but unfortunately that option is not available.