Portraiture is less about lines and more about (the lightness or darkness of a color).
This determines where the "highlights" go and where the "core shadows" fall.
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. Drawing Portraits for the Absolute Beginner : a...
Focus on the specific curves, the weight of the eyelid, and how the light hits the iris. Treat the face as a collection of abstract shapes and shadows. 2. Understanding Proportions (The "Standard" Face)
Most beginners draw a generic almond shape for an eye. Portraiture is less about lines and more about
A set containing 2B (for light sketching), 4B (for medium tones), and 6B (for deep shadows).
Before drawing details like eyelashes or wrinkles, you must build the "skeleton" of the drawing: It breaks down the intimidating task of drawing
Use simple triangles for the nose and ovals for the eyes. 4. Capturing Light and Value