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 structure, perspective and developed values 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

   Resolve the connected planes and overlaps, then build layered details and a full range of local values. Preserve clear paper highlights.

A small thing to tryCount the five digits and check the thumb attachment before shading.