Wouldn’t it be cool if you could draw whatever you want without any reference? But it is generally observed that artists find it hard to do so. Here are some tips that will let your imagination come to life through your paintings.
Don’t copy: First, don’t even copy the reference as it is. Use it only to get an idea about the different perspectives, scales, and proportions.
Use your favorite medium: When you already find it hard to draw from imagination, using an unfamiliar medium will only make it harder.
Break down the image: Learn to break down the image into basic shapes. Trace these shapes onto paper proportionately and combine them to form the final artwork.
Make a reference sheet: Use reference images, study the various perspectives thoroughly, and make a detailed drawing sheet of all these perspectives from your memory for later use. But ensure that you don’t rely on the reference sheet to draw every time.
Improve your imagination by improving creativity. Do this by using active memory to retain almost every detail in your mental imagery. Even though the process of drawing from imagination is not easy, continuous practice can help you achieve this goal.
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