Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Introduction 00:00
Graphite Pencils vs. Carbon Pencils- 01:29
Leaf 1- 02:54
Leaf 2- 09:20
Leaf 3- 15:33
Leaf 4- 18:52
Leaf 5- 22:04
In this tutorial, we’ll sketch five different leaves using my 6-phase drawing process. Each leaf has its own shape and unique challenges.
I’ll walk you through everything from the initial block-in, to refining proportions and adding veins, to building depth and form with layered shading.
I hope you enjoy this one and find it super helpful. If you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the comments below. 💙
► Access my Drawing Mini-Course for the Total Beginner for Free here:
erikalancasterartist.kit.com/2a06aa492f
► Recommended Resources
Essential Drawing Supplies Beginner Series *Drawing pencil grades are explained here. youtu.be/LcVh24bibi8
The Importance of Quick Sketch + Best Tips youtu.be/cwn-da8cBm8
Drawing from Direct Observation: How to Start + Best Tips youtu.be/EgO3PzM53ag
From Flat to 3D: Build Realism Through Value youtu.be/-RBBRHrBwGk
► Supplies:
-Strathmore Drawing Sketchbook 9x12” amzn.to/3XgWJiP
-Faber-Castell 9000 Series Drawing Pencils (Set of 6) tidd.ly/3KZa5NM
-Staedtler Mars Lumograph Black (Set of 6) tidd.ly/3LOQkJ8
-Mr. Pencil Kneadable Erasers amzn.to/3XkuZKa
-Tombow Mono Zero Eraser (Round) amzn.to/3LAwCkh
-Generals Factis Graphite Erasers tidd.ly/3WIe9Vt
► Gear + Art Business Tools:
-Canon T6 EOS Rebel DSLR Camera
amzn.to/2Xt69HY
-Manfrotto 196B-2 143BKT 2-Section Single Articulated Arm with Camera Bracket (Black) amzn.to/2l7HJ8j
-Yeti Microphone amzn.to/3PtzE9G
-LED Lights for Video Filming amzn.to/45JPfrd
-MacBook Pro 16 inch amzn.to/3sFavQe
► Music:
Today Remains Sweet by Lish Grooves
*Courtesy of YouTube's Free Audio Library.
*Disclaimer: This channel is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. It is also a participant of Share-a-Sale, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for content creators to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Shareasale.com partner companies.
#howtodrawstepbystep #pencilsketch
Introduction 00:00
Graphite Pencils vs. Carbon Pencils- 01:29
Leaf 1- 02:54
Leaf 2- 09:20
Leaf 3- 15:33
Leaf 4- 18:52
Leaf 5- 22:04
In this tutorial, we’ll sketch five different leaves using my 6-phase drawing process. Each leaf has its own shape and unique challenges.
I’ll walk you through everything from the initial block-in, to refining proportions and adding veins, to building depth and form with layered shading.
I hope you enjoy this one and find it super helpful. If you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the comments below. 💙
► Access my Drawing Mini-Course for the Total Beginner for Free here:
erikalancasterartist.kit.com/2a06aa492f
► Recommended Resources
Essential Drawing Supplies Beginner Series *Drawing pencil grades are explained here. youtu.be/LcVh24bibi8
The Importance of Quick Sketch + Best Tips youtu.be/cwn-da8cBm8
Drawing from Direct Observation: How to Start + Best Tips youtu.be/EgO3PzM53ag
From Flat to 3D: Build Realism Through Value youtu.be/-RBBRHrBwGk
► Supplies:
-Strathmore Drawing Sketchbook 9x12” amzn.to/3XgWJiP
-Faber-Castell 9000 Series Drawing Pencils (Set of 6) tidd.ly/3KZa5NM
-Staedtler Mars Lumograph Black (Set of 6) tidd.ly/3LOQkJ8
-Mr. Pencil Kneadable Erasers amzn.to/3XkuZKa
-Tombow Mono Zero Eraser (Round) amzn.to/3LAwCkh
-Generals Factis Graphite Erasers tidd.ly/3WIe9Vt
► Gear + Art Business Tools:
-Canon T6 EOS Rebel DSLR Camera
amzn.to/2Xt69HY
-Manfrotto 196B-2 143BKT 2-Section Single Articulated Arm with Camera Bracket (Black) amzn.to/2l7HJ8j
-Yeti Microphone amzn.to/3PtzE9G
-LED Lights for Video Filming amzn.to/45JPfrd
-MacBook Pro 16 inch amzn.to/3sFavQe
► Music:
Today Remains Sweet by Lish Grooves
*Courtesy of YouTube's Free Audio Library.
*Disclaimer: This channel is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. It is also a participant of Share-a-Sale, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for content creators to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Shareasale.com partner companies.
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