Making a Ruler Drawing (of a Bag)

By Paula Briggs

This resource demonstrates how a ruler or straight edge can be used to make a drawing. In this example, we use this method to help us make drawings of bags, exploring their structure and detail through straight line mark-making. The video is suitable for ages 10 and upwards.

 

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