Sailboat fine ink study

One small sailboat in three-quarter view, single hull, one mast and two triangular sails attached to that mast, no water or scenery. Practice clear contours and a few local shadows in fine ink.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the main shapes

   Draw the hull and upright mast.

2. Connect the structure

   Attach two sails and align their lower edges with the boat.

3. 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 tryKeep the mast rooted inside the hull.