An iguana on a branch

Detailed graphite drawing of an iguana gripping a branch, with articulated legs, a dewlap, dorsal spines, scales and a long tail on textured paper. Map the branch, torso axis and long tail curve.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the construction

   Map the branch, torso axis and long tail curve.

2. Resolve the main structure

   Construct the four limbs around the branch and establish the head and dewlap.

3. Develop the detail

   Follow the spine with dorsal points and place selected scale clusters.

4. Control the values

   Use graphite shadows to separate joints, belly and branch contacts.

A small thing to tryResolve the gripping feet before adding skin texture.