Draw what is already there
A chair, the corner of a window or the shape of a shadow is enough. There is no need to find an impressive subject. Ordinary things offer a chance to notice proportion without the pressure of producing a finished picture.
Set a small limit
Choose a few minutes or one page. A limited space can be freeing because it makes the exercise finite. Stop when the time is up, even if the drawing feels unresolved.
Keep the imperfect pages
A sketchbook is a record of attention, not a portfolio. The awkward drawing can show what you found difficult and what became easier later. Date a page if you like, then turn it over and begin again.
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