Cat fine ink study

A seated cat in three-quarter view, triangular ears, two forelegs and a complete tail curving beside the body. Practice clear contours and a few local shadows in fine ink.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the main shapes

   Place the head over a tall chest and rounded haunch.

2. Connect the structure

   Attach the forelegs and trace the tail back to the body.

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 muzzle smaller than the head mass.