Question

Create a freehand sketch of an apple and a bunch of six bananas placed on a dinner plate. The final drawing is to be done freehand using only pencil. You may use shading to create a realistic three-dimensional feel. Do not use any colour. Do not use any drawing instruments like a ruler, set square, compass, etc. 
Evaluation Criteria: 
Perspective 
Light, shade, and shadow 
Quality of lines 
Composition 
Three-dimensional quality 
 

Hint:

Use light and dark shading to create depth. Start with a light pencil stroke and gradually darken the shadows to build up the three-dimensional effect.

Answer 1

Step 1: Perspective. 
To create a realistic sketch, place the apple and bananas in a way that conveys depth. The apple should be placed at the center of the plate, while the bananas can be arranged in a natural curve around it. Keep the angle in mind so that the objects appear three-dimensional on a two-dimensional plane.

Step 2: Light, Shade, and Shadow. 
Assume a light source coming from one side (either left or right). Use shading to create shadows on the opposite side of the light. The apple will have a round shadow cast on the plate. The bananas will have some shading under the curve where they overlap with the plate. Focus on soft gradients to represent the light falling on the objects. 

Step 3: Quality of Lines. 
Ensure that your lines are clean and smooth. Use a softer hand to draw the curves of the apple and bananas, and sharper lines for the edges of the plate to create contrast. The focus should be on natural, freehand lines that resemble real-life contours. 
Step 4: Composition. 
The apple should be the focal point of the composition. Arrange the bananas around the apple in a way that does not overcrowd the plate. Keep the objects balanced and ensure there’s enough space around the items for visual harmony. 
Step 5: Three-Dimensional Quality. 
To create depth, use shading and perspective techniques. The apple should appear spherical with shading to emphasize its curves. The bananas should have a cylindrical shape, with shading on the side opposite to the light source. The plate should be drawn with a slight curve to suggest its round shape, and the shadows should be appropriately placed underneath the objects.