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Class Description

A simple cupcake becomes a powerful still life subject in this deliciously detailed pencil drawing class. With its crinkled paper wrapper, fluffy baked texture, and soft shadows, this lesson is ideal for building your confidence in capturing real-life objects with precision and charm.

During the Class You Will Learn:

✏️ How to quickly measure and draw basic shapes without needing rulers or grids
🪟 How to add a clean, soft background with straight edges like tabletops for structure
🧁 How to draw a cake effect that feels light, airy, and fresh from the oven
📦 How to draw the cupcake holder with realistic folds and translucent paper texture
🌑 How to add depth with a realistic shadow to anchor your subject naturally on the page

This class is perfect for artists looking to improve their observational skills, shading, and drawing realism with a simple subject that’s both fun and challenging.

You Will Need

  • Set of Pencils (2H, HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B)
  • Kneadable Eraser
  • Soft Eraser
  • Tombow Mono Eraser
  • Drawing Paper or Sketchbook
  • Soft Lint Free Cloth