Try zooming in on your subject and leave very little negative space. Notice that you do not have to draw the entire face.

Things POP when you use a black background. This refers to the principle of CONTRAST. Notice how the artist has repeated elements of the composition to create unity.

Contrast is created in this sketchbook by utilizing light against dark and the direction of the lines. The diagonal lines are created by the branches in opposition to the sides and boards of the building.

Do you think that this page is finished? Why or why not?

Feel free to add paper and objects to your sketchbook. You can fold them at the edges of the pages so they won't be damaged by carrying around your sketchbook.

What makes this image look so very three dimensional?

Drawing part of yourself into your composition helps to add depth to the work. Overlapping, changes in value, size, and detail do that too.

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You can cut out parts of other drawings and glue them in your sketchbook. Use a glue stick or spray adhesive so that the paper lies flat.

More ideas! You can choose one of these ideas for your second sketchbook drawing, Remember to draw across the gutter.