Using a grid explore the different possibilities of tone and pattern using

First

Line

 

Second

Circles & Dots

 

 

When you have a good variety of pattern ideas to use try
using a slightly larger square and combine lines and circles.

 

Keep in mind the balance of light, dark and the tones inbetween across the picture.

By Aaron

By Ashley

By Ashley

By Ayla

By Ben

By Cordel

By Cordel

One of the amazing thing about these pictures is the quality and detail of pencil work.

Another interesting thing is how each one can appear to be something different to each person who looks at it.

By Darrell

By George

By James

By James

By Jessica

By Lauren

By Layla

By Liam

By Lois

By Mark

By Matthew

By Niall

By Oliver

By Ross

By Sam

By Sasha

By Shania

By Sophie

 

You can use this pattern making to illustrate a story.

The moment the Iron Man

falls down the cliff.

See our Fantastic Fish Gallery

here