Unicorn fine ink study

A reclining unicorn in three-quarter view, with a single forehead horn, overlapping legs, a long mane and a flowing tail. Practice structure, perspective and developed values in fine ink.

A way into the drawing

1. Establish the main shapes

   Place the head and chest above the reclining body.

2. Connect the structure

   Connect the bent legs, single horn, mane and flowing tail.

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 horn rooted in the forehead rather than the nose.