This is the secret to "combining" the two. Where the light is bright, let the sketch line disappear ( lost edge ). Where the shadow is deep, use a sharp, dark edge ( found edge ). 4. The Finish: Refinement
Now, move to softer pencils () to create depth.
Instead of seeing "a nose," see the "shape of the shadow" it casts. Outline these specific shadow areas lightly. 3. The Development: Building Tone Combining Sketch and Tone for Pencil Drawing Pr...
Use an H or HB pencil with very little pressure. These lines should be easy to erase or blend away later.
Use this to "draw" with light. Dab it onto shaded areas to lift graphite and create subtle transitions. This is the secret to "combining" the two
Use directional lines to follow the form of the object. For example, use curved strokes when shading a sphere to reinforce its roundness.
Use a faint line to mark where the brightest light hits. Do not shade inside these lines. Outline these specific shadow areas lightly
Don't jump straight into shading. Create a "blueprint" for your tone.