The series is an extensive, free introductory course led by artist Stan Prokopenko. It is designed to teach the "visual language" required to draw anything—whether from reference or imagination—by mastering five core pillars: line , shape , perspective , value , and edge .
You do not need a credit card. You need a pencil, printer paper, and 20 minutes a day.
Mastering line quality, creating the illusion of 3D depth, and understanding simple shapes. Measuring & Proportion: proko drawing basics free
: Proko provides specific homework at the end of his basic videos (e.g., "Draw 20 beans"). Do not skip these.
Light bouncing back into the shadow from the ground. Cast Shadow: The shadow the object throws onto the surface. The series is an extensive, free introductory course
It is easy to get "tutorial paralysis." For every 10-minute Proko video you watch, spend at least 30 minutes practicing the specific drill he demonstrated.
Master the Fundamentals: A Guide to Proko’s Drawing Basics (For Free) You need a pencil, printer paper, and 20 minutes a day
: Practicing circles, ellipses, and straight lines to build muscle memory. Phase 2: Construction (The 3D Language)
The free series is a curated collection of video lessons, assignments, and downloadable resources that cover the fundamental skills every artist needs. Think of it as the first semester of a formal drawing class, broken into digestible 5–20 minute episodes.