The most versatile pencil point is the chisel point. The top sharp edge can be used for finer markings, details and creating fine lines. The flat angled plane can be used for shading.

To easily create the chisel point:

a) sharpen the pencil

b) hold the pencil at an angle

c) lightly scrub the tip on fine sandpaper

Diane Wright is a very talented artist who has great techniques! Visit her website for more tutorials or you can buy her book on landscaping. She regularly updates her blogs (here and here) and allows commenting…feel free to ask her any questions that you may have.