In this project, you first create a value map by lightly outlining random shapes and identifying each as a specific value. You then use crosshatching graduations and various grades of pencils to add shading.

Well mine graduation with crosshatching needs much work. It doesn't look smooth like the example.

I have to say it is difficult for me... (I gradually follow the lessons step by step also) The cross hatching I made looks messy and dirty, not even look like a child's picture. And I couldn't understand what am I doing wrong. PLEASE SOMEONE HELP ME!

In reply to the other reviews:

I know what you mean. At first it's very difficult to crosshatch and keep it looking good. I remember thinking my first couple drawings with cross-hatching looked horrible and then I really went to town on one drawing - just this really random quarter raccoon, lizard, cat, and whatever else - and it looked fantastic! I was so happy with it.

THE BIGGEST KEY
If it doesn't look smooth, make it look smooth. Take the extra time to look at the lines and see where there's a jump between shades. If it goes from BLACK to grey to black then add a couple more light lines in there to create a smoother transition.

Try it again but take your time with it. you'll be happy with your results.

This is not easy...

yes... it's not that easy how it looks:( i got the effect but i don't really like it... it was hard for me to draw line in the same direction... and also i could not do long lines... have a question can i draw it using short lines?? and how? because when i tried to do it the contrast is not smooth thanks