What are some points to keep in mind while drawing Still Life?

Question

Any helpful advice is appreciated. I have a test tomorrow. Thanks! :)

Answer 1

keep looking at the object, people can tend to concentrate a bit too much on the actual drawing and end up just guessing what the object looks like

Answer 2

the most important aspect is the source & direction of LIGHT.

that will also determine the direction & length of SHADOWS shed by the objects.

your PERSPECTIVE / ANGLE - which angle would you choose todraw from so as to get an aesthetic view.

your FOCUS  - do you want to draw the entire display or would you rather focus on certain objects/aspects.

these are few points off the top of my head - hope they helped.

all the best for your test.

Answer 3

Make sure you preserve the white space of the paper.  The only way you can achieve a 3D depth feel is if you preserve the necessary paper space for your whitest values.