Art Education

Elliptical: Cup and Saucer

Direct Observation: Draw a cup on a plate or saucer. Work on the elliptical perspective and the chiaroscuro. Use one light source and a full range of values. Fill the page and create an interesting composition. Don't forget to include a background.

Although this is a fantastic drawing, it does not show an elliptical perspective.

Some helpful tips
Some basic shading techniques