11:11 PM, Monday July 20th 2020
When I put my elbow on the table I see that I don't use the shoulder so I try not doing it.
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2:32 PM, Tuesday July 21st 2020
When you mention "line that fit in a box" you mean the hatching lines? If so, maybe you simply want to try putting points first (like when drawing the box) and with practice removing them.
3:42 PM, Tuesday July 21st 2020
I do put points first, but I feel like I have to choose between hitting a straight line into these points or using my shoulder. I feel like I can't do both when I try to be accurate.
5:43 PM, Wednesday July 22nd 2020
I think you are over thinking the shoulder part. As long as the elbow is not on the table and not restricting your shoulder, a strait line is a combination of the movement of the elbow and the shoulder. The wrist shouldn't do much though. Don't go locking in your elbow and making your arm stiff. After that, focus on making a strait line, and your body will do the rest. I hope that helps you
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