The Simple Tool That Made Old Art so Great

19th-century art feels otherworldy realistic, but HOW did old masters paint or draw like that? The guide to drawing accurate proportions starts with something called a plumb line.

*Note*: I would actually use something heavier than a hex nut. It will keep the weight steady while suspended from your hand. I'll buy a proper plumb bob from the store for future purposes.

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00:00 Intro

00:45 Sargent & The French Academy

3:00 The Plumb Line?

4:11 The Secret French Academic Technique

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11:26 Huffing Fumes and Painting