Alternatively, you could use a digital underdrawing, printed at 1 per cent Opacity. 'Having a more fluid foundation helps you see the end result without the intimidating commitment of getting everything perfect,' says artist Timothy von Reuden.įor a pencil underdrawing, make sure you use a hard lead (around 2H) to ensure the lines are light and easy to erase. Many artists prefer to start their pencil drawing by laying out the scene with a rough, light underdrawing – this can be especially useful if the end game is a precise line drawing. The underdrawing should be a guide, but use your intuition (Image credit: Timothy von Reuden)
