How to Draw a Sleeping Chimpanzee

b Class Description

Join me in this unique and relaxing class where we’ll draw an adorable sleeping chimpanzee—using white pencil on black paper. This simple yet powerful technique flips the traditional drawing process on its head, helping you master contrast and form in an exciting new way.

You’ll only need a white watercolour pencil (or regular white pencil), a black pencil, and a sheet of black paper—perfect for those on a budget or looking to try something different.

🎨 What You’ll Learn in This Class:

🖍️ White Pencil Shading – Discover how to shade light areas using a white pencil instead of the usual dark-to-light approach.
🌑 Creating Depth on Black – Learn to work with negative space and build form on a dark surface for striking realism.
🐵 Drawing Hair – Explore techniques for layering strokes to achieve soft, flowing chimpanzee fur.
👵 Wrinkled Skin Effects – Master the subtle texture of wrinkles and folds to add character and life to your subject.

🖌️ Class Highlights:

✅ Uses simple, inexpensive materials
✅ Learn an eye-catching technique that’s great for gifts or display
✅ Step-by-step, beginner-friendly guidance

By the end of this class, you’ll have a stunning and expressive portrait that pops right off the page—and a set of new skills you can apply to other black surface drawings.

Grab your pencils and let’s bring this sleepy chimp to life—one soft stroke at a time!