
beginner8 min
Reference Butterfly Wing Study
Draw a reference-style butterfly wing study with one clear focal point and two supporting details.
Draw a reference-style butterfly wing study with one clear focal point and two supporting details.
HB pencil
eraser
black fineliner
colored pencils
Start with the largest silhouette before details.
Use line weight to separate the focal point from background details.
Sketch the butterfly wing study silhouette and mark the strongest focal point.
Separate big shadow shapes from small details before shading.
Finish with line-weight changes, texture, and one crisp highlight.