STEP 1 Sketch the Basic Form and Structures
Use a 4H pencil to sketch the outer forms of the mug and the most relevant structural guidelines, such as those that will indicate the placement of the rim, the bottom of the cup and the handle.
A structural sketch helps you see how a subject is constructed. Look for basic shapes such as squares, rectangles and circles. Now ask yourself how they relate to one another. Before you pick up your pencil to sketch your coffee cup, take a minute to study your subject.
STEP 1 Sketch the Basic Form and Structures
Use a 4H pencil to sketch the outer forms of the mug and the most relevant structural guidelines, such as those that will indicate the placement of the rim, the bottom of the cup and the handle.
STEP 2 Add More Structural Lines
Sketch the rim of the cup and the handle. Use the lines you drew in step one to help you add these additonal lines. Look for points where elements line up such as the rim of the cup and handle.
STEP 3 Add Detail Lines to Finish
Add details such as the inner lines of the rim and handle. Erase any unnecessary guidelines with a kneaded eraser.