Create a Contour of the Blueberry
Start off with sketching an outline of a blueberry – that basic shape that everyone knows and loves. Use a pencil to stay light and it’s better to start with a rough sketch before drawing a precise shape. Start off with drawing a circle, the size of which depends on the size of the blueberry you want to create. Now, lightly draw the petals of the berry on the outside. Do not worry about what it looks like, just focus on the shape. Make some angular lines from the centre of the berry to the outside, making sure that there are more petals on one side of the berry than the other. Once your initial outline looks good, then you can use the pencil to make precise and precise strokes.
Add the Basic Shading
Once your initial outline looks good, then you can move to the shading. Start with the lighter shades of blue, and use an easygoing motion with your pencil – there should be no abrupt changes when you are sketching. Try to make the shading look natural, as if it’s actually a real blueberry. Make sure to draw in the little circles inside the petals. You can now move on to the darker shades of blue. Use small strokes and make sure to layer the darker blue over the lighter blue. The darker shade should be slightly softer in its shading, as if it is fading into the lighter shade.
Use Highlighting to Add Depth
To create a more three-dimensional look, you can use highlights. These are the parts of the blueberry that reflect light, making it look more realistic. Use a white charcoal pencil to create the highlights. Start by gently sketching in the parts of the berry that catch the light – the tops of the petals and the ridges of the petals. Be sure to draw lightly, as you don’t want to overpower your shading with the white. Once you have added the highlights, you can go over some of them with a slightly darker shade of blue for added depth.
Outlining the Petals and Draw in the Seeds
Now it’s time to finish the detailing. Start by outlining the petals of the blueberry with a fine liner- this will create a sharp, precise look. Once you have finished the outlining, you can draw in the seeds in the berry. This should be done with a black pen – small dots work best, as they look more realistic. Once all of the details are done, stand back and admire your handiwork! You’ve just created a realistic looking blueberry.
Create the Mulberry Beneath the Petals
Now, it’s time to add the hidden beauty of the blueberry to your drawing. To do so, draw a mulberry beneath the petals. Start off with the darkest shade of blue and sketch in the shape of the mulberry – this should be a small droplet underneath the petals. Now, use the same pencil to draw the lighter shades inside the mulberry. Draw small circles, and fill them in with the lighter shades. Finally, use a white charcoal pencil to add the highlights, just like with the petals. And there you have it – a completed blueberry that looks just like the real thing!
Display the Texture of the Blueberry
Now it’s time to display the texture of the blueberry. You can do this by using a variety of tools, such as a charcoal pencil, to create the look of light and dark patches on the fruit. Start off with the light patches – this will give the berry a realistic look. Then use a charcoal pencil to fill in the dark patches and create the shading. Make sure to layer the shades – you don’t want the charcoal to be too bold, as this will take away from the realism of the blueberry. Finally, use a white charcoal pencil to create the highlights.
Paint the Blueberry to Give It Color
Finally, it’s time to give the blueberry that iconic color. Start off with a light blue paint and fill in the petals. Don’t worry if you make the paint too thick – blueberry skin is quite thin and thin layers of paint will give the berry a more realistic look. Next, use a darker blue paint and add even more depth to your painting. Make sure to fill in all the details and use small brushstrokes – this will give the painting more texture. Finally, use thin, white layers of paint to create the highlights. This will give your blueberry that extra depth and realism. And there you have it – a beautiful blueberry painting!
