The ability for realistic drawing is a highly unique and intrinsic talent in humans, yet our understanding of its essence and the learning process involved remains considerably limited. This research aims to delve into the developmental trajectory of expertise in realistic sketching. To accomplish this, we initially developed an assessment method capable of objectively measuring an artist's proficiency in sketching. The performance in realistic sketching was dissected into eight subcategories for detailed evaluation. Additionally, we established a systematic procedure for systematically observing an artist's drawing process. Subsequently, we compared the performances of five groups with varying levels of ability: regular junior high school students, junior high art class students, high school art class students, university art department students, and an advanced elite group. Our findings reveal that with the elevation of expertise, more mature artists demonstrate an enhanced ability to maintain a holistic drawing strategy throughout the entire process. In contrast, less experienced artists tend to employ a sequential approach, addressing individual details one at a time. Furthermore, we observed varying progression rates in different subcategory skills. Some skills exhibited rapid improvement within the first three years of artistic training, reaching a plateau swiftly, while others, even after a decade of training, displayed a consistent and steady progression. The identification of these differential growth rates among skill categories provides valuable insights for realistic drawing instruction.

Authors:
Ma Hsiao Ying, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan
Chen I-Ping, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan

About the Presenter(s)
Dr Ma Hsiao Ying is a University Assistant Professor/Lecturer at National Taiwan Normal University in Taiwan

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