As artistic expression

As artistic expression

Arthur Glennie, The Guildhall, Exeter, between 1828 and 1830, pencil on paper.

Drawing is used to express one's creativity, and therefore has been prominent in the world of art. Throughout much of history, drawing was regarded as the foundation for artistic practice.^[10] Initially, artists used and reused wooden tablets for the production of their drawings.^[11] Following the widespread availability of paper in the 14th century, the use of drawing in the arts increased. At this point, drawing was commonly used as a tool for thought and investigation, acting as a study medium whilst artists were preparing for their final pieces of work.^[12][13] The Renaissance brought about a great sophistication in drawing techniques, enabling artists to represent things more realistically than before,^[14] and revealing an interest in geometry and philosophy.^[15]

The invention of the first widely available form of photography led to a shift in the hierarchy of the arts.^[16] Photography offered an alternative to drawing as a method for accurately representing visual phenomena, and traditional drawing practice was given less emphasis as an essential skill for artists, particularly so in Western society.^[9]

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