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Before embarking on any design work, you must first gather the necessary materials for pencil drawing. HB and B type pencils of various grades will be essential. However, choosing the right paper is crucial as it can make or break your pencil design.

Materials:

If the paper is too smooth or too pale, it will not allow the pencil to deposit the proper amount of particles, making it difficult for the artist to apply the right pressure on the pencil tip. Initially, you can use standard photocopying paper. Place two or three sheets on a piece of cardboard to provide more flexibility when drawing lines and working on shading’s darker and lighter parts.

Drawing Live Subjects:

To improve your drawing skills, practice drawing from life. Live subjects are anything you see before your eyes. Observe an object nearby and capture its image in your mind. Attempt to transfer the mental image onto paper. Drawing live objects allows you to correct any deviations in shape.

Shading:

To show contrasts of light, skillful use of the pencil is necessary. In pencil design, shading is an aspect that brings out the best in an artist. Balanced shading can create an image as beautiful