Asters
These three types of asters should be drawn on plate-finish bristol board using both HB and 2B pencils. Note differences in the overall formation of each one. Use the block-in methods you’ve learned in the previous exercises before shading.
QUILLED CHINA ASTER
Use mostly dots and circles to shade the needle China aster, giving it a puffy look. Draw the dots densely for darker areas and sparsely for lighter ones. The resulting rough texture nicely contrasts with the gradual blends on the petals and leaves. Use a kneaded eraser molded to a ...
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