HOMEWORK #3 - Structural Leaf

Look at the example of a structural leaf drawing (it's the same one I handed out in class.) Notice how the drawing is made up of a whole bunch of long straight lines. Also notice that drop lines, cross lines, and angle marks are visible - the artist showed the entire thought process through the markmaking:





Now... Look at the image below of an oak leaf, and draw it in your sketchbook in that same structural style. I want to see lots of straight lines - even in the curved areas. You should show cross lines and drop lines - this will help keep the proportions correct. The oak leaf has a bunch of pointed edges, so those points are great spots to use for drop lines and cross lines (what is directly above/below and across from each pointy edge?) Draw with a regular graphite pencil, and draw lightly. Once everything is in the correct proportion, work on creating a variety of line thickness to create an interesting drawing.
(MW class due Wednesday Feb. 17, MWF class due Friday Feb. 19)