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Purchase your sketchbook and drawing materials from an art store. Assess your skill level, to search for lessons based on your experience. Search online for specific kinds of drawing instruction. Select a website with lessons that meet your learning style. Experiment with different drawing lesson formats. Search YouTube for free video instructions. Complete drawing lessons from quality resources.