Chinese artist Danzihe (Douyin) demonstrates a solid understanding of light and shadow play when using graphite. We are in awe of this work!

Found via graphite.masters on Instagram.

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Cast drawing - graphite on paper (Fall 2009, New York Academy of Art)
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Here’s some intermediate drawing homework of a plaster cast.
Graphite, 18” x 24”

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Black and white ballpoint pen drawing of a plaster cast, using bold shadows and high contrast to define the form. The simplified light and dark areas create a graphic, sculptural effect.

BIC ballpoint pen study of a cast focusing on bold graphic contrasts. By simplifying light and dark into striking shapes, the structure emerges with clarity and weight.
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Graphite cast drawing of the back of a plaster bust’s head

Work in progress: graphite cast drawing, rear view of an anatomy bust.

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Giuliano de' Medici Cast Drawing in graphite for New Masters Academy Drawing Foundations II Week 2 Assignment. I think this was my first time drawing a cast unless I did it a whiiiile back❤️ #drawing #castdrawing #sketching #graphite #art #graphitedrawing

A drawing I did of a plaster casting of Apollo.
Graphite on paper.

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