If you are looking to start your journey into portraiture, "Drawing Portraits for the Absolute Beginner" (part of the popular "For the Absolute Beginner" series by Mark and Mary Willenbrink) is widely considered one of the best entry points. It breaks down the intimidating task of drawing faces into manageable, logical steps.
These can be molded into points to "pick up" light and create highlights in the eyes or on the tip of the nose. Drawing Portraits for the Absolute Beginner : a...
A common mistake is placing eyes too high. In a standard head, the eyes sit halfway between the top of the skull and the chin. If you are looking to start your journey
If you are looking to start your journey into portraiture, "Drawing Portraits for the Absolute Beginner" (part of the popular "For the Absolute Beginner" series by Mark and Mary Willenbrink) is widely considered one of the best entry points. It breaks down the intimidating task of drawing faces into manageable, logical steps.
These can be molded into points to "pick up" light and create highlights in the eyes or on the tip of the nose.
A common mistake is placing eyes too high. In a standard head, the eyes sit halfway between the top of the skull and the chin.