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rolandlinda3
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Reged: 01/24/06
Posts: 1612
Loc: Crozet VA 22932
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Touching up question.....depends on your preference and how well you remember. This is my preference: if I touch up, I do it as quickly as I can after the observing period without the benefit of references. Once in a while I will correct the next day, but it is usually for shading, softening, but not position changing of stars or key feactures. If I have to do that, I usually just have to try the object again on a new sketch/observation opportunity.
For your information, I use references to check cardinal directions and my general observations (as committed to the sketch) but I do not alter the sketch from other references because it takes away from my observation and adds someone else's observation or capture of the object. Personally, I do not think that is proper to do for a signed sketch, but is an excellent way to practice on objects.
Do not forget, however, that some sketches are from memory. Some posters (and I have tried it) commit attributes of a subject to memory and sketch it later. This approach is an interpretation of an object with some time lag. It also causes a sketch to have emphasis as interpretted by the observer and may not be a strict observation. My last statement is not a criticism of this approach, because sketching often does have character and provide emphasis....both of which are subject to the subjective interpretation of the observer. Many of my naked eye sketches or fast changing scenes use this approach because the scene is too fleeting. The link is to recent naked eye sketches where I made the observation in a moving automobile, made notes later the next day, but did not sketch the scene for a week. The link: http://www.cloudynights.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=11601&password=&sort=7&thecat=500
Hope this gives you some ideas. Best thing to do...practice and try some things. Keep notes. May sound simple, but read the tutorials and/or buy the book on sketching that several posters wrote.
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Asbytec
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Reged: 08/08/07
Posts: 216
Loc: La Union, PI
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Yea, I am aware of tricks our minds can play. I imagine you must be very careful of telling yourself, "hey, that doesn't look like the picture. I must have forgotten that dark lane." You have to be disciplined to remain true to the subject.
When I think of taking up sketching, I always remember one view of the Swan in particular. It was through an 18" Dob, it was stunningly beautiful, softly glowing swan swimming on a river of stars. And those are the type views I'd love to share with others...cuz they weren't there with me that night.
I guess thee is nothing wrong with sketching an object the following day, as long as you are entirely confident you remember it correctly. Although I could not sketch the Swan view I mentioned above today, it was too long ago. I'd have to re-experience it. Oh, woe is me...
I am thinking of getting a good book on the subject, but that sounds like another steep learning curve (like photography was.) I am retired and shudder at such responsibility. (hehe) I think I will just get pencil and paper and hit it this coming dry season. I hope I am able to get some sketches worth posting...then I will.
Thanks!
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La Union, Philippines
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rolandlinda3
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Loc: Crozet VA 22932
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With your background, I think you might be overestimating the learning curve. The learning process is actually very much fun. If you will go to the Members Galleries and look at the rolandlinda3 album, you will see my first line sketches when I started with M42 (kind of a no brainer for a small scope and a object with familiar features, even though it can get complex as the sketcher goes for more detail). Once you get the knack of getting key features oriented right, the rest is just practice. Your photographer's eye will help you immensely and quickly. Enjoy learning.
Roland
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Asbytec
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Reged: 08/08/07
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Loc: La Union, PI
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Yea, I meant that in jest...sort of. 
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La Union, Philippines
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