Welcome to Part 2 of our drawing exercises video series! If you’re looking to improve your drawing speed while sharpening your observation skills, this lesson is perfect for you. Today, we’re focusing on quick sketches you can complete in just 2 minutes using common household objects. Grab your pencils and paper — it’s time to draw!
Why These Exercises Work
These 2-minute exercises train you to focus on capturing essential shapes and proportions, rather than getting lost in the details. By drawing faster, you push yourself to see and understand objects more quickly, making it easier to improve over time. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking for a warm-up, these exercises are a great way to get started.
What You’ll Need
- A pencil (HB or 2B)
- Drawing Paper
- Objects from your art kit: a palette knife, pencil sharpener, spray bottle, etc.
There’s no need to buy anything fancy — just grab items from your home and follow along.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Glass Jar (00:41)
The cube shape of the jar helps with practicing straight lines and proportions.
Palette Knife (03:18)
This elongated object encourages you to focus on the overall shape and balance of proportions.
Pencil Sharpener (06:07)
A small, box-like object is a perfect challenge for working on perspective and angles.
Spray Bottle (09:23)
Circular shapes combined with straight lines teach you how to blend different forms in one sketch.
Learning Through Mistakes
Mistakes are an important part of the process! Identifying where you went wrong is the first step to improvement. The more you practice, the better you’ll get at correcting your mistakes in real time.