Graphite Tonal Still Life Drawing

In this video, I’m drawing a still life in the general to specific approach. Beginning with a gesture/contour drawing, I work with the entire composition in layers, applying larger shapes on value throughout, then working down to the smaller shapes of value for detail, paying attention to light, mid tones, shadows, reflective light and cast shadows in everything. Hatching, cross hatching or other value drawing techniques can be used also, for variety and/or textures.