Realistic Textures

WINE AND CHEESE

Step 1 I chose these objects for their range of textures. This composition contrasts the very hard, smooth glass with the rough straw of the bottle cover, while the grapes, cheese, and wooden tray offer intermediate textures. It’s very important to pay careful attention to the reflections on the glass objects. I carefully sketch the scene on smooth plate-finish Bristol with a very sharp HB pencil. I look at the ovals of the glass and bottle to make sure they are accurate. I then clean up my drawing and am ready to start the shading process.

Step 2 For smooth subjects like glass, I start by applying carbon dust with a stump. I ...