One closed backpack in three-quarter view, rounded main body, front pocket, top loop and a visible side strap. Black and gray fineliner drawing on warm textured sketchbook paper.

Drawing referenceAbout reference use

Backpack fine ink study

One closed backpack in three-quarter view, rounded main body, front pocket, top loop and a visible side strap. Practice clear contours and a few local shadows in fine ink.

Everyday objects Easy Fineliner20 min, at your pace

A way into the drawing

Establish the main shapes
Establish the rounded bag mass and base.
Connect the structure
Attach the front pocket, top loop and side strap.
Develop the drawing
Refine the clear outer contour, add only the most useful interior details and place a few small local shadows. Leave most of the paper open.

A small thing to tryLet the pocket follow the curvature of the bag.