plate no. 5415
Don Juan Tenorio. Seville Street
Carlos Saenz de Tejada, 1946
experienced study
Recreating this drawing will help students develop skills in perspective drawing and rendering form with charcoal or graphite. It also encourages the use of varied line weights to create depth and visual interest.
technical profile
palette complexity
2
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and perspective lines of the architecture.
- step 02
Establish the horizon line and vanishing points.
- step 03
Block in the major areas of light and shadow with broad strokes.
- step 04
Refine the architectural details, such as windows, arches, and columns.
- step 05
Add the figures in the foreground, paying attention to their proportions and placement.
- step 06
Develop the texture and details of the ground and surrounding areas.
- step 07
Strengthen the dark areas to create contrast and depth.
- step 08
Add final highlights and details to complete the drawing.
color palette
primary · graphite · charcoal
secondary · white (paper)
Vary the pressure and layering of graphite/charcoal to achieve different values.
techniques
- ·hatching
- ·cross-hatching
- ·blending
- ·perspective drawing
- ·value shading
common pitfalls
- →Incorrect perspective
- →Overworking the drawing
- →Lack of value contrast
- →Ignoring proportions of figures
materials
surface · Drawing paper (smooth or slightly textured)
required
- ·Graphite pencils (HB, 2B, 4B)
- ·Charcoal pencils or sticks
- ·Eraser
- ·Kneaded eraser
- ·Drawing paper (smooth or slightly textured)
- ·Blending stump or tortillon
optional
- ·Ruler
- ·T-square
- ·Fixative spray
Use a variety of graphite grades to achieve a full range of values. Consider using a fixative spray to prevent smudging.
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