BELLFLOWER
Step 1 I chose the bell-flower for its clear contrasts between the soft curl of the petals and the sharpness of the leaves. These flowers wilt quickly, so I photographed them using a single light source at the upper left. I accurately sketch the outline of the flowers on smooth, plate-finish Bristol to capture the shapes of the individual flowers and leaves.
Step 2 Using the side of an HB pencil and very light pressure, I start applying the shadows of the flowers, paying attention to the edges of the petals where they fold outward; these ...
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