Runner fine ink study

One complete adult running in side view, one knee lifted, opposite arm forward, both feet visible, simple sports clothing. Practice form, overlap and selective shading in fine ink.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the main shapes

   Map the torso lean and alternating arm and leg directions.

2. Connect the structure

   Connect the elbows, knees and feet through clear bends.

3. Develop the drawing

   Use selective interior marks and local shadow groups to explain the overlaps. Keep the lighter planes open rather than shading every surface.

A small thing to tryKeep the opposite arm and knee moving forward together.