: Assign "Direct Observation Studies" like drawing themselves in a mirror or practicing contour lines .

| Challenge | Solution Applied | |-----------|------------------| | e.g., Difficulty achieving smooth gradient in graphite | Used a blending stump and layered strokes from 2H to 6B | | e.g., Paint bleeding outside lines in watercolor | Let layers dry completely and used a smaller brush for edges | | e.g., Time management | Broke work into 30-minute daily sessions |