Underdrawing and Modeling

When I return, I begin the finished drawing. This is where the study serves its purpose—it’s not the first time I’ve drawn the sculpture. I start with lines first, which serve as guides for where the edges of light and dark shapes meet. This is where I figure everything out, and make all my mistakes. The lines—warts and all—will get covered up.

Usually, I take the line drawing home and let it sit for a day or two, and if I notice anything that needs correcting, I fix it when I come back. Then, I begin the modeling (or shading) from the top right-hand corner, moving toward the bottom left-hand corner. I began this series with the intention of having finished, presentable drawings. Being right handed, if I draw this way, I won’t smudge it as I go.