Rule of Thirds vs. Dynamic Symmetry: which grid should you choose?

Side-by-side comparison of the same portrait using Rule of Thirds grid and Dynamic Symmetry grid

Composition can make or break your artwork. You might have perfect technique, accurate proportions, and beautiful rendering, but without strong composition, your piece won’t capture and hold the viewer’s attention. Two of the most powerful compositional tools available to artists are the Rule of Thirds and Dynamic Symmetry—but which one should you use? The answer […]

Proportion made simple: using custom grids with the Loomis method

Side-by-side of a Loomis head construction and the same head with a custom grid overlay in GridMakerPro.

If you’ve ever struggled with drawing proportional faces or figures, you’re not alone. Fortunately, Andrew Loomis developed a systematic approach to understanding human proportions that has helped generations of artists. When combined with GridMakerPro’s custom grid capabilities, the Loomis method becomes even more powerful and accessible. What is the Loomis method? Andrew Loomis was a […]

Getting started with GridMakerPro: reference → sketch the smart way

Traditional vs. Smart Gridding with GridMakerPro

Whether you’re a beginner artist looking to improve your accuracy or a professional seeking to speed up your workflow, GridMakerPro transforms how you approach reference-based drawing. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to turn any reference image into a precise sketch using the grid method—the smart way. Why use the grid method? […]