Open hand fine ink study

One open human hand in an oblique palm view, exactly five digits including one opposable thumb, naturally spaced fingers and visible wrist. Practice clear contours and a few local shadows in fine ink.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the main shapes

   Block in the palm and wrist as connected masses.

2. Connect the structure

   Attach four fingers and the thumb with clear joints.

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 tryCount the five digits and check the thumb attachment before shading.