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The Beginning of Drawing
Drawings from 30,000-10,000 BCE were found on the walls of caves Altamira, Spain and Lascaux, France. -
Ancient Egyptians
Ancient Egyptians carved religious deities, scenes of daily life, and hieroglyphics on the walls of their tombs and temples using a f;at, linear style in around 3,000 BC. -
Ancient Greeks
The people of ancient Greece created vases and pottery with drawings and paintings to depict scenes of myths and battles. -
Middle Ages
In the Middle Ages drawings and paintings done by monks were used for religious purposes like illustrating bibles. They were now using tablets and canvas that were often thrown away, reused and drawn on. -
Renaissance
During this time drawing and art work in general became more serious, having something to do with the rise of the use of paper. New methods of drawing materials including chalk and charcoal became more popular among artists. Portraiture became more common and artwork in general became more valuable. -
Baroque Period
A new style of drawing and painting was introduced during this time including livelier forms with flowing lines, water color, ink washes, and open composition, all within the 1600's and 1700's. Artists now have access to sketchbooks allowing them to be able to work on the go. -
Rococo Period
This period of time was characterized by wealthy French culture of the aristocrats. It was based on all the new innovations made and the effects of emotion and movement. -
1800's 1900's
The 1800's and 1900's was a time of innovation and advancement. The pencil was made and became common and the most preferred drawing tool among artists. During this time art movements such as Impressionism, Cubism, Expressionism, and Fauvism took place.