Graphite

A gray, crystalline, allotropic form of carbon that occurs as a mineral in some rocks and can be made from coke. It is used as a solid lubricant, in pencils, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors.

 

Graphite in raw form

 

 

 

 

This is a good example of showing three dimension. The chain is drawn with a round gradient making the drawing appear realistic

 

 

In this drawing it shows a good use of lighting or light sorce. Good balance between negative and positive space and also composition.

 

 

 

In this drawing it shows a soft surface on skin. Using the pencil lightly you can get this effect.