Hand Drawing

I thought it was a good idea to use our hands as subject matter for drawing since, in my opinion, this exercise was meant to show how different art may be when you try doing it with your non-dominant hand.  I'm glad it was simple, like a hand, and not something more intricate.

I picked pencil because I had a pack sitting next to me.  Plus, I have experience using pencils, so I though that might be my best bet, especially if I'm attempting a new technique.

It was very difficult to control the pencil with my left hand.  It was very shaky.  I felt embarrassed at first but the drawing gradually evolved.  It was nowhere near as good as the drawing I did with my right hand, but in the end, I felt okay with my finished product.  Ultimately, I felt proud of myself for doing better than I thought.


I think this exercise was a success, however, I'm no professional artist!  Although my right handed drawing turned out well, my left-handed drawing was pretty pathetic, so I don't think I will be posting this one on the refrigerator anytime soon.  Overall, this was a successful study of our hands.

Unless I'm forced to, I don't plan on using my non-dominant hand for anything except playing the guitar.  I won't be painting any masterpieces with my left hand in the future!