I will throw in random scans of my sketch book from time to time. The first was an art class exercise, to sketch something in our home that required shading. I took a picture of a milk jug that my husband brought home for me from a trip to Switzerland.
Photo below.
I bought some artist grade colored pencils, and this is my first attempt with professional grade pencils.
I drew the apple following a video tutorial on Youtube, which also talks about artist quality colored pencils and techniques. Here it is, if you are interested in trying it yourself.
