An orchid flower

A study of an orchid with five outer flower parts, a folded central lip, selective veins and a short stem on pale textured paper. Mark the center line and the spread of the five outer flower parts.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the main forms

   Mark the center line and the spread of the five outer flower parts.

2. Build the structure

   Build the broad petals and narrower sepals around the folded central lip.

3. Develop selected details

   Use a few veins and soft shading at the bases to turn each surface.

A small thing to tryKeep the central lip smaller and structurally distinct from the outer petals.