Spellbook marker study

One closed fantasy spellbook in three-quarter view, thick covers, visible page block, a clasp and one ribbon bookmark; no lettering or symbols. Practice structure, perspective and developed values in black and gray marker.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the main shapes

   Construct the closed book as a shallow box.

2. Connect the structure

   Separate the covers, page block, clasp and ribbon.

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 tryKeep the page edges parallel to the cover planes.