Use simple triangles for the nose and ovals for the eyes. 4. Capturing Light and Value
In real life, there are no black lines around your nose. There are only areas where one shadow meets a lighter area. Use a blending stump or your finger (carefully) to soften transitions. 5. Essential Tools for Beginners You don't need expensive equipment to start: Drawing Portraits for the Absolute Beginner : a...
The biggest hurdle for beginners is drawing what they think an eye or nose looks like rather than what they actually see . Use simple triangles for the nose and ovals for the eyes
This determines where the "highlights" go and where the "core shadows" fall. Drawing Portraits for the Absolute Beginner : a...