Nature is a source of learning that will never run out to be explored. The diversity of flora and fauna can be a source of inspiration in drawing. Birds are one of the fauna that are often drawn using various techniques and materials.
The Hong bird is one example of fauna that is often the object of batik on the coast of Java. The Hong bird motif is influenced by China. Below are some pictures of birds that are often drawn as objects or motifs both in wood carvings and batik motifs on cloth.
After you observe the picture above, answer the questions below:
- Mention three differences in the flora pictures.
- Mention three differences in the fauna pictures.
- Mention three differences in still life images.
You can observe images of flora, fauna, and still life from other sources such as the internet, watching shows on VCD, and other learning sources.
You can observe images of flora, fauna, and still life that develop in your area, but you can also observe images of flora, fauna, and still life from other areas.
Discussion Sheet Format
After you have filled in the columns about the images of flora, fauna, and natural objects, then discuss them with your friends and fill in the columns below.
Flora/fauna Observation Results Discussion Format
- Member's name
- Observed image
- Observation day/date
A. Definition of Drawing
(Source: Doc. Kemdikbud) Figure 1.1 Image of hunting on cave walls
Images are a universal language and were known long before humans knew how to write. Images have been known to people since ancient times. At that time, images were often associated with human activities and ancestral spirits who were considered to provide blessings and protection. For ancient humans, images were not just a means of communication for ancestral spirits, but also provided strength and motivation to survive.
Drawing does not only involve physical activity but also mental. Physical activity is related to the skill of using drawing tools while mental activity is related to feelings, will, and creativity to fulfill their life needs. Humans in carrying out drawing activities require media, tools and materials that are always changing according to the times. If in ancient times humans drew using materials available in nature, then in modern times drawing tools have been produced by factories as economic commodities. Humans through drawing can convey ideas, concepts, and symbols as a form of expression. So drawing is one means of expressing oneself.
B. Drawing Objects
Drawing does not only rely on imagination but also sometimes requires objects. The universe is an object that will never run out to be drawn. The wealth of flora, fauna and still life are objects that can be drawn. The beauty of flora, fauna and still life is a source of inspiration and exploration in drawing.
C. Composition
Composition in drawing can be divided into two types, namely symmetrical and asymmetrical. Symmetrical composition shows that the object on the right is the same or similar to the object on the left side of the picture plane. Asymmetrical composition shows that the object on the right is not the same or similar to the object on the left side of the picture plane but seems to show balance. Dark colored objects have the impression of being heavier than other objects that are the same size as the object but are light colored.
Mastering composition is important before doing drawing activities. This mastery will guide and direct the arrangement of objects in drawing. Some examples of composition in drawing can be seen in the picture on the side.
D. Drawing Techniques
The drawing process can actually be started in a very simple and easy way. Get used to making a sketch before drawing so that the image has good composition, proportion, and balance. Some steps that must be taken when drawing are as follows.
- Know the basic shape of the object to be drawn
- Knowing the parts of an image object
- Arranging or connecting parts to form a complete picture
- Provides dark and light dimensions, either black and white or in color.
- Gives an impression to the background.
1. Flora Drawing Techniques
Drawing flora (plants) can provide an understanding of the diversity, beauty, and uniqueness of flora objects in the surrounding environment. Flora has many types and forms. Parts of flora can be used as drawing objects, for example the shape of leaves, flowers, and fruit. These parts of flora can be drawn separately or combined into one series.
Drawing frangipani and Japanese flowers has different techniques even though they are both types of flowers. This difference is due to the different characteristics of the flower petals. Pay attention to the steps for drawing Japanese frangipani flowers below:
Drawing a rose is more difficult than drawing a Japanese frangipani. There are four stages in drawing a rose, namely;
2. Fauna Drawing Techniques
Fauna (animals) have different types, some have four legs, such as cows, goats, two legs such as chickens, ducks. There are animals that live in water and on land. There are also animals that are fierce and tame. Each animal has a different body shape. You can draw animals starting from their bodies, then continue with their heads, legs or claws. Geometric shapes will help in making animal drawings easier and of course starting with sketches.
3. Still Life Drawing Techniques
Drawing natural objects is also called drawing shapes. Natural objects can consist of man-made objects and objects that have been formed from nature. Human-made objects can take the form of jugs, plates, bowls, glasses, and various other shapes. Natural objects found in nature such as rocks, logs, water and clouds.
When drawing shapes, you should pay attention to the following things.
- The proportions of the shape of the object to be drawn
- Composition in placing objects
- Light shines on the image object and will form a shadow
- The use of shading or color will create the impression of a three-dimensional plane.
- Use of background (background).
Source
Arts and Culture / Ministry of Education and Culture.-- Revised Edition. Jakarta: Ministry of Education and Culture, 2014. viii pp., 132 pp.; illus. 17.6 x 25 cm