(1450,2,'2014-09-02 18:55:49','2014-09-03 01:55:49','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-male-face.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-882\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-male-face-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces male face\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" /></a>The human face is a very intriguing and inspiring subject. It is also one of the most challenging and scariest things to draw because it is so easy to produce a \"bad\" picture.\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to illustrating human facial features, beginning artists simply think that their work may not be good enough or fail to look \"real\" or authentic. This is especially true when it comes to portraiture, an approach that requires accuracy, technique, and skill in order to produce a realistic image.\r\n\r\nAs a beginning artist, what you may not know is that drawing the human face can be a fantastic opportunity to explore different techniques and improve your drawing skills. Learn how to draw faces using some simple tips from this post, and you can begin to build the right skills in order to approach this art form with confidence!\r\n<h3> Drawing a Face... Any Face</h3>\r\nThere are two ways you can draw human faces: draw a \"generic\" image or create a likeness.\r\n\r\nA generic image is quite simply something you imagine, something that you come up with and sketch onto paper. A likeness, on the other hand, is a drawing that resembles a real person.\r\n\r\nA portrait is a likeness, which means it will require a slightly different technique in order to <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">create an image that is realistic and close to the source image,</a> such as a reference photograph or a live model.\r\n\r\nRegardless, there are certain issues that must be understood in order to create an image that is believable and artistic.\r\n<h3>Understanding Proportion</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-883\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces measure\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>The most common reason beginning artists find it tricky to draw faces is because they draw an image with the wrong proportions.\r\n\r\nEyes, for example, may appear too high on the forehead or too far apart, or the lips may appear too high above the chin. Proportion refers to how one part of the face appears in relation to the other parts, such as the nose, mouth and ears.\r\n\r\nWith good proportion, a multi-featured object such as a face will appear more aesthetically pleasing. But how do you achieve proportion?\r\n\r\nOne simple way is to measure. When first trying to draw the features that make up a face, use a ruler or tape measure and take measurements, such as the distance of one edge of the eye to the other edge, the length of the nose, the distance between the eyebrows, the distance of the chin from the edge of the lower lip, the width of the nostrils, etc.\r\n\r\nBy taking measurements, you will be able to see the relationship between features of the face and learn how to put them together on a blank space so that they make sense. In time, you will have proportion down to a science, making it easier for you to make adjustments in order to create a more pleasing image.\r\n\r\nAnother way to achieve proportion is to follow some commonly accepted guidelines for the placement of facial features. Check some out in the image below. The more measurements you make and the more studying of faces you do, the more you will realize these guidelines for yourself.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-891\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces guidelines\" width=\"551\" height=\"568\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>A tip:</strong> From time to time, hold up the image you are working on in front of a mirror to see if the lines and proportion are just right. Alternatively, you may view the same image in reverse by holding up the paper against a light source and viewing your drawing from the back. Features of the face should appear even and well-proportioned. If anything appears lopsided, make the necessary corrections.\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Proportion is relative. What works for one face may not work for another. The above guidelines are broad and general. If you are doing portraiture, remember that each face is different. Some people, for example, have higher foreheads than others. They may have close-set eyes, narrower nostrils, thinner lips, smaller chins, etc. If your goal is to capture an accurate likeness of a particular person, you may want to try <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">an even more reliable technique.</a> What matters, though, is that you understand basic proportions of each face and use them to build your image.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Faces Using Profiles</h3>\r\nFirst, let us learn of the three major ways that a face is drawn: the Straight On View (face is forward), the Profile View (face is turned to the side) and the Three Quarters View (face is turned slightly or halfway to the side).\r\n\r\nOf these, the Profile is usually the easiest to draw because only one side of the subject\'s face is shown. The Three Quarters requires a view of about 75% of the face and shows both eyes, the nose and most of the mouth. The Straight On is the face in full view.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-886\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\" alt=\"three views of faces\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nHere is where things can get a little tricky again. Each view has its own set of challenges. For example, the Straight On View calls for an appearance of symmetry, and if you don\'t deliver this symmetry, it is usually easy to spot. You don\'t have to worry about symmetry for the Three Quarters View, but drawing, for example, one eye smaller and a different shape and angle than the other can be tricky and problematic for many beginners trying to get it just right.\r\n\r\nOne suggestion I can give you that has been very helpful for me is to look at how the facial features align with other reference points around it. You can use an imaginary line for this or even a ruler.\r\n\r\nLet\'s say you wanted to draw a portrait using the reference photo below. Not only is it a Three Quarter View, but the subject\'s head is tilted down for an extra element of challenge!\r\n\r\nImmediately, you should look at how different parts of the face are positioned in relation to other parts of the photograph. The white lines represent examples where you can use a ruler or even \"eyeball it\" and trace the path with your finger.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1441\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNotice how the man\'s right eye at the far corner lines up with the middle of his hairline at this angle? You can also see that the lower left edge of his nose is directly below his left pupil. Also, the top of the right eye is in perfect alignment with the bottom of the left eye and the attached lobe of the left ear.\r\n\r\nSimply keep looking for positional relationships like this, and you can draw a face angled in any view, any position!\r\n\r\nAlthough this technique has worked well for me over the years, it can be a little time-consuming to discover all of these interesting alignments. Also, if you get lazy and don\'t line up some features properly because you are rushing (like I have done in the past!), your results might not be what you had hoped for.\r\n\r\nThere is a much faster method of drawing a face in any position, and it removes the likelihood of you not placing your facial features properly. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">You can read more about it here.</a>\r\n\r\nNext, let’s look at some basics for drawing facial features. You can begin by learning how to illustrate each of these in isolation, and later integrate the techniques with the proportion guidelines shared earlier to create a whole Straight On face.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Eyes</h3>\r\nThe eyes are the soul of an otherwise lifeless illustration. With eyes, you can create different expressions and convey certain emotions.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a horizontal line across the page using a pencil. This will be your guideline. Starting at just below this line, draw an almond-shaped line, allowing the pencil to move smoothly over the guideline to create a graceful arch. Stop when the line reaches the horizontal guideline. Complete the almond shape by drawing under the guideline.\r\n\r\nThe arch of the eye should be graceful and rise gradually from the guideline. If it is too steep, it may make the eye appear rounder and bigger.\r\n\r\nTo make the other eye, repeat the same steps, except that the second eye must be a mirror image of the first eye. The distance between two eyes must be the width of one eye.\r\n\r\nTo draw the iris, measure the height of the eyes at the highest part. This will be the diameter of the iris or the big circle. Within this circle, you may draw a smaller circle, also known as the pupil, and another small circle or two for highlights. Add the lids and the eyelashes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-892\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces eyes\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3> How to Draw Noses</h3>\r\nThe nose may seem like a simple job but it can actually mean the difference between a well-executed drawing and a mediocre attempt. To start, consider the different parts of the nose: the bridge, the ball (the slightly rounded or pointy tip), and the nostrils (including the wings (or alars), which are the fleshy parts). You will need to integrate these parts into your drawing and make them work together.\r\n\r\nNext, draw a vertical line the length of which you want the nose to be. On both sides of this line, draw diagonal lines that are angled away from each other so that the image forms a very steep triangle.\r\n\r\nAt the base of the triangle, draw two dark strips to represent the nostrils. Using light pencil strokes, start building the nose by drawing the ball and finishing up the alars. Create more strokes to define the nose and provide shading.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-893\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces nose\" width=\"640\" height=\"280\" /></a></p>\r\n<strong>Tip:</strong> Keep in mind that noses can be any shape, width or length, so you do have some flexibility in drawing the nose that you like.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Ears</h3>\r\nThe ears are easily the most complicated part of drawing faces because of the different folds of fleshy areas that compose each ear. Since the shape is irregular, all you really need to do is learn the basics and practice so that you are more comfortable drawing the lines next time.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a rectangular box with the short sides on the top and bottom. Use a 1:2 ratio to make the size proportional - that is, the long sides should be twice as long as the short sides. Using the box as a guide, draw the basic shape of the ear within it. Go gently on the curves, especially the upper arch at the top of the ear. Once done, erase the rectangle so you are left with the basic shape to work on.\r\n\r\nAdd the small bump (called a tragus) on the opposite side, slightly at the lower middle area. Make a parallel outline of the ear shape (the helix) and stop just above the lower middle point. Starting at the upper area where the tragus is, draw a thick Y-shape that curves gracefully downwards, following the outline of the ear. This line should meet the lower end of the tragus. Once you are done, you have a basic ear. Begin shading areas to create depth and dimension.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-894\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces ear\" width=\"640\" height=\"347\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Note:</strong> Ears appear different depending on the profile of the face you are drawing. A full side view or profile will show a full view of the ears, which means you may have to create better details. For reference, study photos of real ears to familiarize yourself with shape and shading.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Lips</h3>\r\nMen\'s and women\'s lips differ slightly but for the sake of learning the technique, let\'s try to draw a woman\'s lips. A woman\'s lips usually appears thicker and fuller, with more curves.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a short horizontal guideline. This line will mark the middle part of the lips. Using the line as a guide, draw two peaks to represent the bow curve of the upper lips. The line should rise gently from the guideline to create a more natural look.\r\n\r\nStarting at one end of the line at the base of the peaks, draw the lower lip, finishing the drawing to make sure the lines all meet. Refine the lines and add shading or color.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"> <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-895\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces lips\" width=\"437\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Tip:</strong> Lips may appear thicker or thinner and may even be modified to illustrate a smiling portrait. Watch for proportion in relation to the base of the mouth and the chin.\r\n<h3>But My Drawing Still Looks Nothing Like the Face I Wanted It to Look Like!</h3>\r\nIn this post, I shared just a few simple tips to help you with some of the beginning basics of drawing a face and the facial features properly. That said, there is a lot more to drawing the face than I can cover in this one post, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em>especially</em></span> if you are striving to draw a face from a reference photo and you want the likeness to match that of the photo!\r\n\r\nIf you like the suggestions in this post but still want a faster and easier way to draw faces...that is also certain to have you end up with a better drawing in the end...\r\n\r\n...then I\'d like to share with you a special guide that I wrote titled <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">\"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\".</a> It provides information on a very effective technique with thorough details and examples that will have you drawing any face from any reference photo, perfectly proportioned and having a true likeness to your subject.\r\n\r\nYou will also <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">see how to get more detailed, realistic-looking facial features</a> with your initial line drawing. Here is an example of a reference photo of a woman\'s eyes, followed by my rendering.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1444\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes photo\" width=\"800\" height=\"358\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1445\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes\" width=\"800\" height=\"399\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter drawing for 15 years, I learned this incredibly simple method that had me immediately drawing better, literally overnight! I will teach you to do the same.\r\n<h3>Perfecting the Human Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-881 alignright\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces female face\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>The human face itself is a blank canvas that can be painted on to show a wide range of features and emotions. From pain and regret to joy and bliss to annoyance and rage, faces can be manipulated on paper to appear as you want them to appear.\r\n\r\nHowever, as you build your drawing skills, make sure to learn from the best teacher and the best source of inspiration, which is real life. When you are learning how to draw faces, learn to observe, to look, to see. Study people\'s faces in pictures and in videos. Also study and learn from drawings of faces and drawing videos. If you have a willing model, take advantage of that as well. Observe how different parts of faces are put together and determine the relationship of each feature with the others.\r\n\r\nBe an observer of life. Implement the simple tips on this page while you keep practicing. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Seek more effective techniques</a> when you are ready. The more you are aware of your environment, the better you will be at translating what you see on paper, and you will see that drawing faces is no longer all that tricky!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Click here to get \"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\"!</a>','How to Draw Those Tricky Faces with Some Simple Tips','','inherit','open','open','','878-revision-v1','','','2014-09-02 18:55:49','2014-09-03 01:55:49','',878,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/878-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1451,2,'2014-09-02 20:20:59','2014-09-03 03:20:59','','how to draw faces simple tips','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips','','','2014-09-02 20:20:59','2014-09-03 03:20:59','',878,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1452,2,'2014-09-02 20:22:56','2014-09-03 03:22:56','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1451\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces simple tips\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe human face is a very intriguing and inspiring subject. It is also one of the most challenging and scariest things to draw because it is so easy to produce a \"bad\" picture.\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to illustrating human facial features, beginning artists simply think that their work may not be good enough or fail to look \"real\" or authentic. This is especially true when it comes to portraiture, an approach that requires accuracy, technique, and skill in order to produce a realistic image.\r\n\r\nAs a beginning artist, what you may not know is that drawing the human face can be a fantastic opportunity to explore different techniques and improve your drawing skills. Learn how to draw faces using some simple tips from this post, and you can begin to build the right skills in order to approach this art form with confidence!\r\n<h3> Drawing a Face... Any Face</h3>\r\nThere are two ways you can draw human faces: draw a \"generic\" image or create a likeness.\r\n\r\nA generic image is quite simply something you imagine, something that you come up with and sketch onto paper. A likeness, on the other hand, is a drawing that resembles a real person.\r\n\r\nA portrait is a likeness, which means it will require a slightly different technique in order to <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">create an image that is realistic and close to the source image,</a> such as a reference photograph or a live model.\r\n\r\nRegardless, there are certain issues that must be understood in order to create an image that is believable and artistic.\r\n<h3>Understanding Proportion</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-883\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces measure\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>The most common reason beginning artists find it tricky to draw faces is because they draw an image with the wrong proportions.\r\n\r\nEyes, for example, may appear too high on the forehead or too far apart, or the lips may appear too high above the chin. Proportion refers to how one part of the face appears in relation to the other parts, such as the nose, mouth and ears.\r\n\r\nWith good proportion, a multi-featured object such as a face will appear more aesthetically pleasing. But how do you achieve proportion?\r\n\r\nOne simple way is to measure. When first trying to draw the features that make up a face, use a ruler or tape measure and take measurements, such as the distance of one edge of the eye to the other edge, the length of the nose, the distance between the eyebrows, the distance of the chin from the edge of the lower lip, the width of the nostrils, etc.\r\n\r\nBy taking measurements, you will be able to see the relationship between features of the face and learn how to put them together on a blank space so that they make sense. In time, you will have proportion down to a science, making it easier for you to make adjustments in order to create a more pleasing image.\r\n\r\nAnother way to achieve proportion is to follow some commonly accepted guidelines for the placement of facial features. Check some out in the image below. The more measurements you make and the more studying of faces you do, the more you will realize these guidelines for yourself.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-891\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces guidelines\" width=\"551\" height=\"568\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>A tip:</strong> From time to time, hold up the image you are working on in front of a mirror to see if the lines and proportion are just right. Alternatively, you may view the same image in reverse by holding up the paper against a light source and viewing your drawing from the back. Features of the face should appear even and well-proportioned. If anything appears lopsided, make the necessary corrections.\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Proportion is relative. What works for one face may not work for another. The above guidelines are broad and general. If you are doing portraiture, remember that each face is different. Some people, for example, have higher foreheads than others. They may have close-set eyes, narrower nostrils, thinner lips, smaller chins, etc. If your goal is to capture an accurate likeness of a particular person, you may want to try <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">an even more reliable technique.</a> What matters, though, is that you understand basic proportions of each face and use them to build your image.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Faces Using Profiles</h3>\r\nFirst, let us learn of the three major ways that a face is drawn: the Straight On View (face is forward), the Profile View (face is turned to the side) and the Three Quarters View (face is turned slightly or halfway to the side).\r\n\r\nOf these, the Profile is usually the easiest to draw because only one side of the subject\'s face is shown. The Three Quarters requires a view of about 75% of the face and shows both eyes, the nose and most of the mouth. The Straight On is the face in full view.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-886\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\" alt=\"three views of faces\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nHere is where things can get a little tricky again. Each view has its own set of challenges. For example, the Straight On View calls for an appearance of symmetry, and if you don\'t deliver this symmetry, it is usually easy to spot. You don\'t have to worry about symmetry for the Three Quarters View, but drawing, for example, one eye smaller and a different shape and angle than the other can be tricky and problematic for many beginners trying to get it just right.\r\n\r\nOne suggestion I can give you that has been very helpful for me is to look at how the facial features align with other reference points around it. You can use an imaginary line for this or even a ruler.\r\n\r\nLet\'s say you wanted to draw a portrait using the reference photo below. Not only is it a Three Quarter View, but the subject\'s head is tilted down for an extra element of challenge!\r\n\r\nImmediately, you should look at how different parts of the face are positioned in relation to other parts of the photograph. The white lines represent examples where you can use a ruler or even \"eyeball it\" and trace the path with your finger.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1441\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNotice how the man\'s right eye at the far corner lines up with the middle of his hairline at this angle? You can also see that the lower left edge of his nose is directly below his left pupil. Also, the top of the right eye is in perfect alignment with the bottom of the left eye and the attached lobe of the left ear.\r\n\r\nSimply keep looking for positional relationships like this, and you can draw a face angled in any view, any position!\r\n\r\nAlthough this technique has worked well for me over the years, it can be a little time-consuming to discover all of these interesting alignments. Also, if you get lazy and don\'t line up some features properly because you are rushing (like I have done in the past!), your results might not be what you had hoped for.\r\n\r\nThere is a much faster method of drawing a face in any position, and it removes the likelihood of you not placing your facial features properly. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">You can read more about it here.</a>\r\n\r\nNext, let’s look at some basics for drawing facial features. You can begin by learning how to illustrate each of these in isolation, and later integrate the techniques with the proportion guidelines shared earlier to create a whole Straight On face.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Eyes</h3>\r\nThe eyes are the soul of an otherwise lifeless illustration. With eyes, you can create different expressions and convey certain emotions.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a horizontal line across the page using a pencil. This will be your guideline. Starting at just below this line, draw an almond-shaped line, allowing the pencil to move smoothly over the guideline to create a graceful arch. Stop when the line reaches the horizontal guideline. Complete the almond shape by drawing under the guideline.\r\n\r\nThe arch of the eye should be graceful and rise gradually from the guideline. If it is too steep, it may make the eye appear rounder and bigger.\r\n\r\nTo make the other eye, repeat the same steps, except that the second eye must be a mirror image of the first eye. The distance between two eyes must be the width of one eye.\r\n\r\nTo draw the iris, measure the height of the eyes at the highest part. This will be the diameter of the iris or the big circle. Within this circle, you may draw a smaller circle, also known as the pupil, and another small circle or two for highlights. Add the lids and the eyelashes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-892\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces eyes\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3> How to Draw Noses</h3>\r\nThe nose may seem like a simple job but it can actually mean the difference between a well-executed drawing and a mediocre attempt. To start, consider the different parts of the nose: the bridge, the ball (the slightly rounded or pointy tip), and the nostrils (including the wings (or alars), which are the fleshy parts). You will need to integrate these parts into your drawing and make them work together.\r\n\r\nNext, draw a vertical line the length of which you want the nose to be. On both sides of this line, draw diagonal lines that are angled away from each other so that the image forms a very steep triangle.\r\n\r\nAt the base of the triangle, draw two dark strips to represent the nostrils. Using light pencil strokes, start building the nose by drawing the ball and finishing up the alars. Create more strokes to define the nose and provide shading.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-893\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces nose\" width=\"640\" height=\"280\" /></a></p>\r\n<strong>Tip:</strong> Keep in mind that noses can be any shape, width or length, so you do have some flexibility in drawing the nose that you like.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Ears</h3>\r\nThe ears are easily the most complicated part of drawing faces because of the different folds of fleshy areas that compose each ear. Since the shape is irregular, all you really need to do is learn the basics and practice so that you are more comfortable drawing the lines next time.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a rectangular box with the short sides on the top and bottom. Use a 1:2 ratio to make the size proportional - that is, the long sides should be twice as long as the short sides. Using the box as a guide, draw the basic shape of the ear within it. Go gently on the curves, especially the upper arch at the top of the ear. Once done, erase the rectangle so you are left with the basic shape to work on.\r\n\r\nAdd the small bump (called a tragus) on the opposite side, slightly at the lower middle area. Make a parallel outline of the ear shape (the helix) and stop just above the lower middle point. Starting at the upper area where the tragus is, draw a thick Y-shape that curves gracefully downwards, following the outline of the ear. This line should meet the lower end of the tragus. Once you are done, you have a basic ear. Begin shading areas to create depth and dimension.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-894\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces ear\" width=\"640\" height=\"347\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Note:</strong> Ears appear different depending on the profile of the face you are drawing. A full side view or profile will show a full view of the ears, which means you may have to create better details. For reference, study photos of real ears to familiarize yourself with shape and shading.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Lips</h3>\r\nMen\'s and women\'s lips differ slightly but for the sake of learning the technique, let\'s try to draw a woman\'s lips. A woman\'s lips usually appears thicker and fuller, with more curves.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a short horizontal guideline. This line will mark the middle part of the lips. Using the line as a guide, draw two peaks to represent the bow curve of the upper lips. The line should rise gently from the guideline to create a more natural look.\r\n\r\nStarting at one end of the line at the base of the peaks, draw the lower lip, finishing the drawing to make sure the lines all meet. Refine the lines and add shading or color.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"> <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-895\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces lips\" width=\"437\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Tip:</strong> Lips may appear thicker or thinner and may even be modified to illustrate a smiling portrait. Watch for proportion in relation to the base of the mouth and the chin.\r\n<h3>But My Drawing Still Looks Nothing Like the Face I Wanted It to Look Like!</h3>\r\nIn this post, I shared just a few simple tips to help you with some of the beginning basics of drawing a face and the facial features properly. That said, there is a lot more to drawing the face than I can cover in this one post, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em>especially</em></span> if you are striving to draw a face from a reference photo and you want the likeness to match that of the photo!\r\n\r\nIf you like the suggestions in this post but still want a faster and easier way to draw faces...that is also certain to have you end up with a better drawing in the end...\r\n\r\n...then I\'d like to share with you a special guide that I wrote titled <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">\"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\".</a> It provides information on a very effective technique with thorough details and examples that will have you drawing any face from any reference photo, perfectly proportioned and having a true likeness to your subject.\r\n\r\nYou will also <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">see how to get more detailed, realistic-looking facial features</a> with your initial line drawing. Here is an example of a reference photo of a woman\'s eyes, followed by my rendering.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1444\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes photo\" width=\"800\" height=\"358\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1445\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes\" width=\"800\" height=\"399\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter drawing for 15 years, I learned this incredibly simple method that had me immediately drawing better, literally overnight! I will teach you to do the same.\r\n<h3>Perfecting the Human Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-881 alignright\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces female face\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>The human face itself is a blank canvas that can be painted on to show a wide range of features and emotions. From pain and regret to joy and bliss to annoyance and rage, faces can be manipulated on paper to appear as you want them to appear.\r\n\r\nHowever, as you build your drawing skills, make sure to learn from the best teacher and the best source of inspiration, which is real life. When you are learning how to draw faces, learn to observe, to look, to see. Study people\'s faces in pictures and in videos. Also study and learn from drawings of faces and drawing videos. If you have a willing model, take advantage of that as well. Observe how different parts of faces are put together and determine the relationship of each feature with the others.\r\n\r\nBe an observer of life. Implement the simple tips on this page while you keep practicing. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Seek more effective techniques</a> when you are ready. The more you are aware of your environment, the better you will be at translating what you see on paper, and you will see that drawing faces is no longer all that tricky!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Click here to get \"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\"!</a>','How to Draw Those Tricky Faces with Some Simple Tips','','inherit','open','open','','878-revision-v1','','','2014-09-02 20:22:56','2014-09-03 03:22:56','',878,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/878-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1453,2,'2014-09-03 05:50:20','2014-09-03 12:50:20','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1451\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces simple tips\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe human face is a very intriguing and inspiring subject. It is also one of the most challenging and scariest things to draw because it is so easy to produce a \"bad\" picture.\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to illustrating human facial features, beginning artists simply think that their work may not be good enough or fail to look \"real\" or authentic. This is especially true when it comes to portraiture, an approach that requires accuracy, technique, and skill in order to produce a realistic image.\r\n\r\nAs a beginning artist, what you may not know is that drawing the human face can be a fantastic opportunity to explore different techniques and improve your drawing skills. Learn how to draw faces using some simple tips from this post, and you can begin to build the right skills in order to approach this art form with confidence!\r\n<h3> Drawing a Face... Any Face</h3>\r\nThere are two ways you can draw human faces: draw a \"generic\" image or create a likeness.\r\n\r\nA generic image is quite simply something you imagine, something that you come up with and sketch onto paper. A likeness, on the other hand, is a drawing that resembles a real person.\r\n\r\nA portrait is a likeness, which means it will require a slightly different technique in order to <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">create an image that is realistic and close to the source image,</a> such as a reference photograph or a live model.\r\n\r\nRegardless, there are certain issues that must be understood in order to create an image that is believable and artistic.\r\n<h3>Understanding Proportion</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-883\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces measure\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>The most common reason beginning artists find it tricky to draw faces is because they draw an image with the wrong proportions.\r\n\r\nEyes, for example, may appear too high on the forehead or too far apart, or the lips may appear too high above the chin. Proportion refers to how one part of the face appears in relation to the other parts, such as the nose, mouth and ears.\r\n\r\nWith good proportion, a multi-featured object such as a face will appear more aesthetically pleasing. But how do you achieve proportion?\r\n\r\nOne simple way is to measure. When first trying to draw the features that make up a face, use a ruler or tape measure and take measurements, such as the distance of one edge of the eye to the other edge, the length of the nose, the distance between the eyebrows, the distance of the chin from the edge of the lower lip, the width of the nostrils, etc.\r\n\r\nBy taking measurements, you will be able to see the relationship between features of the face and learn how to put them together on a blank space so that they make sense. In time, you will have proportion down to a science, making it easier for you to make adjustments in order to create a more pleasing image.\r\n\r\nAnother way to achieve proportion is to follow some commonly accepted guidelines for the placement of facial features. Check some out in the image below. The more measurements you make and the more studying of faces you do, the more you will realize these guidelines for yourself.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-891\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces guidelines\" width=\"551\" height=\"568\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>A tip:</strong> From time to time, hold up the image you are working on in front of a mirror to see if the lines and proportion are just right. Alternatively, you may view the same image in reverse by holding up the paper against a light source and viewing your drawing from the back. Features of the face should appear even and well-proportioned. If anything appears lopsided, make the necessary corrections.\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Proportion is relative. What works for one face may not work for another. The above guidelines are broad and general. If you are doing portraiture, remember that each face is different. Some people, for example, have higher foreheads than others. They may have close-set eyes, narrower nostrils, thinner lips, smaller chins, etc. If your goal is to capture an accurate likeness of a particular person, you may want to try <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">an even more reliable technique.</a> What matters, though, is that you understand basic proportions of each face and use them to build your image.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Faces Using Profiles</h3>\r\nFirst, let us learn of the three major ways that a face is drawn: the Straight On View (face is forward), the Profile View (face is turned to the side) and the Three Quarters View (face is turned slightly or halfway to the side).\r\n\r\nOf these, the Profile is usually the easiest to draw because only one side of the subject\'s face is shown. The Three Quarters requires a view of about 75% of the face and shows both eyes, the nose and most of the mouth. The Straight On is the face in full view.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-886\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\" alt=\"three views of faces\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nHere is where things can get a little tricky again. Each view has its own set of challenges. For example, the Straight On View calls for an appearance of symmetry, and if you don\'t deliver this symmetry, it is usually easy to spot. You don\'t have to worry about symmetry for the Three Quarters View, but drawing, for example, one eye smaller and a different shape and angle than the other can be tricky and problematic for many beginners trying to get it just right.\r\n\r\nOne suggestion I can give you that has been very helpful for me is to look at how the facial features align with other reference points around it. You can use an imaginary line for this or even a ruler.\r\n\r\nLet\'s say you wanted to draw a portrait using the reference photo below. Not only is it a Three Quarter View, but the subject\'s head is tilted down for an extra element of challenge!\r\n\r\nImmediately, you should look at how different parts of the face are positioned in relation to other parts of the photograph. The white lines represent examples where you can use a ruler or even \"eyeball it\" and trace the path with your finger.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1441\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNotice how the man\'s right eye at the far corner lines up with the middle of his hairline at this angle? You can also see that the lower left edge of his nose is directly below his left pupil. Also, the top of the right eye is in perfect alignment with the bottom of the left eye and the attached lobe of the left ear.\r\n\r\nSimply keep looking for positional relationships like this, and you can draw a face angled in any view, any position!\r\n\r\nAlthough this technique has worked well for me over the years, it can be a little time-consuming to discover all of these interesting alignments. Also, if you get lazy and don\'t line up some features properly because you are rushing (like I have done in the past!), your results might not be what you had hoped for.\r\n\r\nThere is a much faster method of drawing a face in any position, and it removes the likelihood of you not placing your facial features properly. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">You can read more about it here.</a>\r\n\r\nNext, let’s look at some basics for drawing facial features. You can begin by learning how to illustrate each of these in isolation, and later integrate the techniques with the proportion guidelines shared earlier to create a whole Straight On face.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Eyes</h3>\r\nThe eyes are the soul of an otherwise lifeless illustration. With eyes, you can create different expressions and convey certain emotions.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a horizontal line across the page using a pencil. This will be your guideline. Starting at just below this line, draw an almond-shaped line, allowing the pencil to move smoothly over the guideline to create a graceful arch. Stop when the line reaches the horizontal guideline. Complete the almond shape by drawing under the guideline.\r\n\r\nThe arch of the eye should be graceful and rise gradually from the guideline. If it is too steep, it may make the eye appear rounder and bigger.\r\n\r\nTo make the other eye, repeat the same steps, except that the second eye must be a mirror image of the first eye. The distance between two eyes must be the width of one eye.\r\n\r\nTo draw the iris, measure the height of the eyes at the highest part. This will be the diameter of the iris or the big circle. Within this circle, you may draw a smaller circle, also known as the pupil, and another small circle or two for highlights. Add the lids and the eyelashes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-892\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces eyes\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3> How to Draw Noses</h3>\r\nThe nose may seem like a simple job but it can actually mean the difference between a well-executed drawing and a mediocre attempt. To start, consider the different parts of the nose: the bridge, the ball (the slightly rounded or pointy tip), and the nostrils (including the wings (or alars), which are the fleshy parts). You will need to integrate these parts into your drawing and make them work together.\r\n\r\nNext, draw a vertical line the length of which you want the nose to be. On both sides of this line, draw diagonal lines that are angled away from each other so that the image forms a very steep triangle.\r\n\r\nAt the base of the triangle, draw two dark strips to represent the nostrils. Using light pencil strokes, start building the nose by drawing the ball and finishing up the alars. Create more strokes to define the nose and provide shading.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-893\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces nose\" width=\"640\" height=\"280\" /></a></p>\r\n<strong>Tip:</strong> Keep in mind that noses can be any shape, width or length, so you do have some flexibility in drawing the nose that you like.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Ears</h3>\r\nThe ears are easily the most complicated part of drawing faces because of the different folds of fleshy areas that compose each ear. Since the shape is irregular, all you really need to do is learn the basics and practice so that you are more comfortable drawing the lines next time.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a rectangular box with the short sides on the top and bottom. Use a 1:2 ratio to make the size proportional - that is, the long sides should be twice as long as the short sides. Using the box as a guide, draw the basic shape of the ear within it. Go gently on the curves, especially the upper arch at the top of the ear. Once done, erase the rectangle so you are left with the basic shape to work on.\r\n\r\nAdd the small bump (called a tragus) on the opposite side, slightly at the lower middle area. Make a parallel outline of the ear shape (the helix) and stop just above the lower middle point. Starting at the upper area where the tragus is, draw a thick Y-shape that curves gracefully downwards, following the outline of the ear. This line should meet the lower end of the tragus. Once you are done, you have a basic ear. Begin shading areas to create depth and dimension.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-894\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces ear\" width=\"640\" height=\"347\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Note:</strong> Ears appear different depending on the profile of the face you are drawing. A full side view or profile will show a full view of the ears, which means you may have to create better details. For reference, study photos of real ears to familiarize yourself with shape and shading.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Lips</h3>\r\nMen\'s and women\'s lips differ slightly but for the sake of learning the technique, let\'s try to draw a woman\'s lips. A woman\'s lips usually appears thicker and fuller, with more curves.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a short horizontal guideline. This line will mark the middle part of the lips. Using the line as a guide, draw two peaks to represent the bow curve of the upper lips. The line should rise gently from the guideline to create a more natural look.\r\n\r\nStarting at one end of the line at the base of the peaks, draw the lower lip, finishing the drawing to make sure the lines all meet. Refine the lines and add shading or color.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"> <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-895\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces lips\" width=\"437\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Tip:</strong> Lips may appear thicker or thinner and may even be modified to illustrate a smiling portrait. Watch for proportion in relation to the base of the mouth and the chin.\r\n<h3>But My Drawing Still Looks Nothing Like the Face I Wanted It to Look Like!</h3>\r\nIn this post, I shared just a few simple tips to help you with some of the beginning basics of drawing a face and the facial features properly. That said, there is a lot more to drawing the face than I can cover in this one post, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em>especially</em></span> if you are striving to draw a face from a reference photo and you want the likeness to match that of the photo!\r\n\r\nIf you like the suggestions in this post but still want a faster and easier way to draw faces...that is also certain to have you end up with a better drawing in the end...\r\n\r\n...then I\'d like to share with you a special guide that I wrote titled <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">\"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\".</a> It provides information on a very effective technique with thorough details and examples that will have you drawing any face from any reference photo, perfectly proportioned and having a true likeness to your subject.\r\n\r\nYou will also <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">see how to get more detailed, realistic-looking facial features</a> with your initial line drawing. Here is an example of a reference photo of a woman\'s eyes, followed by my rendering.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1444\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes photo\" width=\"800\" height=\"358\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1445\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes\" width=\"800\" height=\"399\" /></a>\r\n\r\nA line drawing is typically the first (and most important) step before adding shading to a portrait to make it as realistic as possible. If your initial line drawing is already detailed and accurate, that makes your final portrait much more convincing.\r\n\r\nA line drawing can also stand alone as artwork of its own!\r\n\r\nAfter drawing for 15 years, I learned this incredibly simple method that had me immediately drawing better, literally overnight! I will teach you to do the same.\r\n<h3>Perfecting the Human Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-881 alignright\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces female face\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>The human face itself is a blank canvas that can be painted on to show a wide range of features and emotions. From pain and regret to joy and bliss to annoyance and rage, faces can be manipulated on paper to appear as you want them to appear.\r\n\r\nHowever, as you build your drawing skills, make sure to learn from the best teacher and the best source of inspiration, which is real life. When you are learning how to draw faces, learn to observe, to look, to see. Study people\'s faces in pictures and in videos. Also study and learn from drawings of faces and drawing videos. If you have a willing model, take advantage of that as well. Observe how different parts of faces are put together and determine the relationship of each feature with the others.\r\n\r\nBe an observer of life. Implement the simple tips on this page while you keep practicing. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Seek more effective techniques</a> when you are ready. The more you are aware of your environment, the better you will be at translating what you see on paper, and you will see that drawing faces is no longer all that tricky!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Click here to get \"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\"!</a>','How to Draw Those Tricky Faces with Some Simple Tips','','inherit','open','open','','878-revision-v1','','','2014-09-03 05:50:20','2014-09-03 12:50:20','',878,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/878-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1454,2,'2014-09-03 05:57:34','2014-09-03 12:57:34','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1451\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-simple-tips.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces simple tips\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe human face is a very intriguing and inspiring subject. It is also one of the most challenging and scariest things to draw because it is so easy to produce a \"bad\" picture.\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to illustrating human facial features, beginning artists simply think that their work may not be good enough or fail to look \"real\" or authentic. This is especially true when it comes to portraiture, an approach that requires accuracy, technique, and skill in order to produce a realistic image.\r\n\r\nAs a beginning artist, what you may not know is that drawing the human face can be a fantastic opportunity to explore different techniques and improve your drawing skills. Learn how to draw faces using some simple tips from this post, and you can begin to build the right skills in order to approach this art form with confidence!\r\n<h3> Drawing a Face... Any Face</h3>\r\nThere are two ways you can draw human faces: draw a \"generic\" image or create a likeness.\r\n\r\nA generic image is quite simply something you imagine, something that you come up with and sketch onto paper. A likeness, on the other hand, is a drawing that resembles a real person.\r\n\r\nA portrait is a likeness, which means it will require a slightly different technique in order to <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">create an image that is realistic and close to the source image,</a> such as a reference photograph or a live model.\r\n\r\nRegardless, there are certain issues that must be understood in order to create an image that is believable and artistic.\r\n<h3>Understanding Proportion</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-883\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-measure-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces measure\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>The most common reason beginning artists find it tricky to draw faces is because they draw an image with the wrong proportions.\r\n\r\nEyes, for example, may appear too high on the forehead or too far apart, or the lips may appear too high above the chin. Proportion refers to how one part of the face appears in relation to the other parts, such as the nose, mouth and ears.\r\n\r\nWith good proportion, a multi-featured object such as a face will appear more aesthetically pleasing. But how do you achieve proportion?\r\n\r\nOne simple way is to measure. When first trying to draw the features that make up a face, use a ruler or tape measure and take measurements, such as the distance of one edge of the eye to the other edge, the length of the nose, the distance between the eyebrows, the distance of the chin from the edge of the lower lip, the width of the nostrils, etc.\r\n\r\nBy taking measurements, you will be able to see the relationship between features of the face and learn how to put them together on a blank space so that they make sense. In time, you will have proportion down to a science, making it easier for you to make adjustments in order to create a more pleasing image.\r\n\r\nAnother way to achieve proportion is to follow some commonly accepted guidelines for the placement of facial features. Check some out in the image below. The more measurements you make and the more studying of faces you do, the more you will realize these guidelines for yourself.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-891\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-guidelines.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces guidelines\" width=\"551\" height=\"568\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>A tip:</strong> From time to time, hold up the image you are working on in front of a mirror to see if the lines and proportion are just right. Alternatively, you may view the same image in reverse by holding up the paper against a light source and viewing your drawing from the back. Features of the face should appear even and well-proportioned. If anything appears lopsided, make the necessary corrections.\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Proportion is relative. What works for one face may not work for another. The above guidelines are broad and general. If you are doing portraiture, remember that each face is different. Some people, for example, have higher foreheads than others. They may have close-set eyes, narrower nostrils, thinner lips, smaller chins, etc. If your goal is to capture an accurate likeness of a particular person, you may want to try <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">an even more reliable technique.</a> What matters, though, is that you understand basic proportions of each face and use them to build your image.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Faces Using Profiles</h3>\r\nFirst, let us learn of the three major ways that a face is drawn: the Straight On View (face is forward), the Profile View (face is turned to the side) and the Three Quarters View (face is turned slightly or halfway to the side).\r\n\r\nOf these, the Profile is usually the easiest to draw because only one side of the subject\'s face is shown. The Three Quarters requires a view of about 75% of the face and shows both eyes, the nose and most of the mouth. The Straight On is the face in full view.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-886\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-views-of-faces.jpg\" alt=\"three views of faces\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nHere is where things can get a little tricky again. Each view has its own set of challenges. For example, the Straight On View calls for an appearance of symmetry, and if you don\'t deliver this symmetry, it is usually easy to spot. You don\'t have to worry about symmetry for the Three Quarters View, but drawing, for example, one eye smaller and a different shape and angle than the other can be tricky and problematic for many beginners trying to get it just right.\r\n\r\nOne suggestion I can give you that has been very helpful for me is to look at how the facial features align with other reference points around it. You can use an imaginary line for this or even a ruler.\r\n\r\nLet\'s say you wanted to draw a portrait using the reference photo below. Not only is it a Three Quarter View, but the subject\'s head is tilted down for an extra element of challenge!\r\n\r\nImmediately, you should look at how different parts of the face are positioned in relation to other parts of the photograph. The white lines represent examples where you can use a ruler or even \"eyeball it\" and trace the path with your finger.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1441\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/three-quarter-view-reference-lines.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNotice how the man\'s right eye at the far corner lines up with the middle of his hairline at this angle? You can also see that the lower left edge of his nose is directly below his left pupil. Also, the top of the right eye is in perfect alignment with the bottom of the left eye and the attached lobe of the left ear.\r\n\r\nSimply keep looking for positional relationships like this, and you can draw a face angled in any view, any position!\r\n\r\nAlthough this technique has worked well for me over the years, it can be a little time-consuming to discover all of these interesting alignments. Also, if you get lazy and don\'t line up some features properly because you are rushing (like I have done in the past!), your results might not be what you had hoped for.\r\n\r\nThere is a much faster method of drawing a face in any position, and it removes the likelihood of you not placing your facial features properly. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">You can read more about it here.</a>\r\n\r\nNext, let’s look at some basics for drawing facial features. You can begin by learning how to illustrate each of these in isolation, and later integrate the techniques with the proportion guidelines shared earlier to create a whole Straight On face.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Eyes</h3>\r\nThe eyes are the soul of an otherwise lifeless illustration. With eyes, you can create different expressions and convey certain emotions.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a horizontal line across the page using a pencil. This will be your guideline. Starting at just below this line, draw an almond-shaped line, allowing the pencil to move smoothly over the guideline to create a graceful arch. Stop when the line reaches the horizontal guideline. Complete the almond shape by drawing under the guideline.\r\n\r\nThe arch of the eye should be graceful and rise gradually from the guideline. If it is too steep, it may make the eye appear rounder and bigger.\r\n\r\nTo make the other eye, repeat the same steps, except that the second eye must be a mirror image of the first eye. The distance between two eyes must be the width of one eye.\r\n\r\nTo draw the iris, measure the height of the eyes at the highest part. This will be the diameter of the iris or the big circle. Within this circle, you may draw a smaller circle, also known as the pupil, and another small circle or two for highlights. Add the lids and the eyelashes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-892\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces eyes\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3> How to Draw Noses</h3>\r\nThe nose may seem like a simple job but it can actually mean the difference between a well-executed drawing and a mediocre attempt. To start, consider the different parts of the nose: the bridge, the ball (the slightly rounded or pointy tip), and the nostrils (including the wings (or alars), which are the fleshy parts). You will need to integrate these parts into your drawing and make them work together.\r\n\r\nNext, draw a vertical line the length of which you want the nose to be. On both sides of this line, draw diagonal lines that are angled away from each other so that the image forms a very steep triangle.\r\n\r\nAt the base of the triangle, draw two dark strips to represent the nostrils. Using light pencil strokes, start building the nose by drawing the ball and finishing up the alars. Create more strokes to define the nose and provide shading.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-893\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-nose.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces nose\" width=\"640\" height=\"280\" /></a></p>\r\n<strong>Tip:</strong> Keep in mind that noses can be any shape, width or length, so you do have some flexibility in drawing the nose that you like.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Ears</h3>\r\nThe ears are easily the most complicated part of drawing faces because of the different folds of fleshy areas that compose each ear. Since the shape is irregular, all you really need to do is learn the basics and practice so that you are more comfortable drawing the lines next time.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a rectangular box with the short sides on the top and bottom. Use a 1:2 ratio to make the size proportional - that is, the long sides should be twice as long as the short sides. Using the box as a guide, draw the basic shape of the ear within it. Go gently on the curves, especially the upper arch at the top of the ear. Once done, erase the rectangle so you are left with the basic shape to work on.\r\n\r\nAdd the small bump (called a tragus) on the opposite side, slightly at the lower middle area. Make a parallel outline of the ear shape (the helix) and stop just above the lower middle point. Starting at the upper area where the tragus is, draw a thick Y-shape that curves gracefully downwards, following the outline of the ear. This line should meet the lower end of the tragus. Once you are done, you have a basic ear. Begin shading areas to create depth and dimension.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-894\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces ear\" width=\"640\" height=\"347\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Note:</strong> Ears appear different depending on the profile of the face you are drawing. A full side view or profile will show a full view of the ears, which means you may have to create better details. For reference, study photos of real ears to familiarize yourself with shape and shading.\r\n<h3>How to Draw Lips</h3>\r\nMen\'s and women\'s lips differ slightly but for the sake of learning the technique, let\'s try to draw a woman\'s lips. A woman\'s lips usually appears thicker and fuller, with more curves.\r\n\r\nTo start, draw a short horizontal guideline. This line will mark the middle part of the lips. Using the line as a guide, draw two peaks to represent the bow curve of the upper lips. The line should rise gently from the guideline to create a more natural look.\r\n\r\nStarting at one end of the line at the base of the peaks, draw the lower lip, finishing the drawing to make sure the lines all meet. Refine the lines and add shading or color.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"> <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-895\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-lips.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces lips\" width=\"437\" height=\"640\" /></a></p>\r\n <strong>Tip:</strong> Lips may appear thicker or thinner and may even be modified to illustrate a smiling portrait. Watch for proportion in relation to the base of the mouth and the chin.\r\n<h3>But My Drawing Still Looks Nothing Like the Face I Wanted It to Look Like!</h3>\r\nIn this post, I shared just a few simple tips to help you with some of the beginning basics of drawing a face and the facial features properly. That said, there is a lot more to drawing the face than I can cover in this one post, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em>especially</em></span> if you are striving to draw a face from a reference photo and you want the likeness to match that of the photo!\r\n\r\nIf you like the suggestions in this post but still want a faster and easier way to draw faces...that is also certain to have you end up with a better drawing in the end...\r\n\r\n...then I\'d like to share with you a special guide that I wrote titled <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">\"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\".</a> It provides information on a very effective technique with thorough details and examples that will have you drawing any face from any reference photo, perfectly proportioned and having a true likeness to your subject.\r\n\r\nYou will also <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">see how to get more detailed, realistic-looking facial features</a> with your initial line drawing. Here is an example of a reference photo of a woman\'s eyes, followed by my rendering.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1444\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes-photo.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes photo\" width=\"800\" height=\"358\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1445\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/drawing-the-eyes.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the eyes\" width=\"800\" height=\"399\" /></a>\r\n\r\nA line drawing is typically the first (and most important) step before adding shading to a portrait to make it as realistic as possible. If your initial line drawing is already detailed and accurate, that makes your final portrait that much more convincing.\r\n\r\nA line drawing can also stand alone as artwork of its own!\r\n\r\nAfter drawing for 15 years, I learned this incredibly simple method that had me immediately drawing better, literally overnight! I will teach you to do the same.\r\n<h3>Perfecting the Human Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-881 alignright\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/how-to-draw-faces-female-face-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw faces female face\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>The human face itself is a blank canvas that can be painted on to show a wide range of features and emotions. From pain and regret to joy and bliss to annoyance and rage, faces can be manipulated on paper to appear as you want them to appear.\r\n\r\nHowever, as you build your drawing skills, make sure to learn from the best teacher and the best source of inspiration, which is real life. When you are learning how to draw faces, learn to observe, to look, to see. Study people\'s faces in pictures and in videos. Also study and learn from drawings of faces and drawing videos. If you have a willing model, take advantage of that as well. Observe how different parts of faces are put together and determine the relationship of each feature with the others.\r\n\r\nBe an observer of life. Implement the simple tips on this page while you keep practicing. <a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Seek more effective techniques</a> when you are ready. The more you are aware of your environment, the better you will be at translating what you see on paper, and you will see that drawing faces is no longer all that tricky!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/realistic-line-drawings-of-any-face\">Click here to get \"How to Make Realistic Line Drawings of Any Face\"!</a>','How to Draw Those Tricky Faces with Some Simple Tips','','inherit','open','open','','878-revision-v1','','','2014-09-03 05:57:34','2014-09-03 12:57:34','',878,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/878-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1487,2,'2014-10-11 06:42:51','2014-10-11 13:42:51','<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[embed]http://letsdrawpeople.s3.amazonaws.com/word+photoshop+lesson+dnld.mp4[/embed]</p>','','','inherit','open','open','','1482-revision-v1','','','2014-10-11 06:42:51','2014-10-11 13:42:51','',1482,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1482-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1488,2,'2014-10-12 18:49:06','2014-10-13 01:49:06','<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[embed]http://letsdrawpeople.s3.amazonaws.com/word+photoshop+lesson+dnld.mp4[/embed]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://letsdrawpeople.s3.amazonaws.com/word+photoshop+lesson+dnld.mp4\">Download</a></p>','','','inherit','open','open','','1482-revision-v1','','','2014-10-12 18:49:06','2014-10-13 01:49:06','',1482,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1482-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1489,2,'2014-10-12 19:29:28','2014-10-13 02:29:28','<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[embed]http://letsdrawpeople.s3.amazonaws.com/word+photoshop+lesson+dnld.mp4[/embed]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://letsdrawpeople.s3.amazonaws.com/word+photoshop+lesson+dnld.mp4\">Download</a></p>','How to Make Your Own Custom Grids with Microsoft Word and Adobe Photoshop Elements','','inherit','open','open','','1482-revision-v1','','','2014-10-12 19:29:28','2014-10-13 02:29:28','',1482,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1482-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1641,2,'2015-02-09 21:39:15','2015-02-10 05:39:15','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n\r\n<img class=\" size-medium wp-image-1635 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule-204x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears helix and lobule\" width=\"204\" height=\"300\" />\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n\r\n<img class=\" size-medium wp-image-1636 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears antihelix and antitragus\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" />\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n\r\n<img class=\" size-medium wp-image-1638 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha-197x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears tragus and concha\" width=\"197\" height=\"300\" />\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\"><img class=\" size-medium wp-image-1639 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches-198x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears finishing touches\" width=\"198\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-02-09 21:39:15','2015-02-10 05:39:15','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1640,2,'2015-02-09 21:36:10','2015-02-10 05:36:10','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1635\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule-204x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears helix and lobule\" width=\"204\" height=\"300\" /></a>This is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1636\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears antihelix and antitragus\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>When I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1638\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha-197x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears tragus and concha\" width=\"197\" height=\"300\" /></a>Now it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1639\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches-198x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears finishing touches\" width=\"198\" height=\"300\" /></a>Look carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-02-09 21:36:10','2015-02-10 05:36:10','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1628,2,'2015-02-04 20:48:41','2015-02-05 04:48:41','','DSCN5143','\"Outing Aging (for exhibition at Holy biscuit 2013)\" by Lauren','inherit','open','open','','dscn5143','','','2015-02-04 20:52:11','2015-02-05 04:52:11','',1060,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSCN5143.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1629,2,'2015-02-04 20:53:22','2015-02-05 04:53:22','Welcome to our gallery of self-portrait drawings! Here you can view drawings by our contributors and visitors...of themselves!\r\n\r\nSelf-portraits are some of the most intriguing types of artwork around. Often times, we as humans see ourselves or think of ourselves differently from how others perceive us. 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We have eyes with eyelashes and eyebrows that help convey a certain mood. We have noses of different shapes and sizes. We have mouths that may be smiling, frowning, yelling, or calm. And let\'s not forget the ears and the hair on our heads!\n\nThis is a gallery where you will not find completed portraits. Instead, you will take a look at drawings that focus only on one or more important features of the face.\n\nCheck out this gallery if you are struggling with how to draw certain facial features and you want to get inspiration from other artists.\n\nIf you have <strong>your own</strong> facial feature drawing that you want others to view in this gallery, <a style=\"color: #bf0000;\" title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.\n\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"1265,707,1623,1933,2216,1639,1616\" orderby=\"rand\"]','Facial Features','','inherit','open','open','','1298-autosave-v1','','','2016-01-23 23:46:32','2016-01-24 07:46:32','',1298,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1298-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1625,2,'2015-02-01 20:03:35','2015-02-02 04:03:35','Our faces are made up of different facial features. We have eyes with eyelashes and eyebrows that help convey a certain mood. 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The hexagonal barrel is easy to hold and the pencil sharpens to a good point.</p> <ul> <li>Range of 20 degrees, from 9H to 9B</li> <li>Hexagonal 6.9 mm barrel</li> <li>2.2 mm core for hard edges</li> <li>3.5 mm core for soft edges</li> <li>Set of 24 includes 1 each: 9H, 3H, H, F, B, 3B, 5B thru 9B and 2 each, 2H, HB</li> <li>Also available in a metal tin of 12 in soft and hard ranges and 24</li> </ul> <div class=\"break\"></div> <div class=\"fourth-col\"> <div class=\"centerImage\"> <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000J69KZQ_medgraphic_12ct_sm_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Graphic Pencils, Medium, 12-Ct.\" width=\"210\" height=\"210\"> </div> </div> <div class=\"fourth-col\"> <h5>Full Color Selection</h5> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000P6YNF2_shadechart_sm_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Shade Chart\" width=\"210\" height=\"148\"> <div class=\"imageCaption\">View Larger</div> </div> </div> <div class=\"fourth-col\"> <h5>Ten Top Tips for Using Graphic Pencils</h5> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000P6YNF2_tips_sm_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Tips\" width=\"210\" height=\"246\"> <div class=\"imageCaption\">View Larger</div> </div> </div> <div class=\"fourth-col last\"> <div class=\"leftImage\" style=\"width: 85px\"> <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000M53RD0_uk_smaller_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Made in UK\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\"> </div> <h5>Derwent Heritage</h5> <p>Since 1832, Derwent has been inspiring amateur and professional artists with an exceptional range of innovative fine art materials.</p> </div> <div class=\"break\"></div> <h4>Related Products</h4> <div class=\"sixth-col\"> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000J69KZQ_hardgraphic_12ct_small_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Graphic Pencils, Hard, 12-Ct.\" > <div class=\"imageCaption\"><b>Derwent Graphic Pencils, Hard, 12-Ct., Metal Tin</b></div> </div> </div> <div class=\"sixth-col\"> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000P6YNF2_softgraphite_12ct_small_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Graphic Pencils, Soft, 12-Ct.\"> <div class=\"imageCaption\"><b>Derwent Graphic Pencils, Soft, 12-Ct., Metal Tin</b></div> </div> </div> <div class=\"sixth-col\"> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000P6YNF2_graphic24ct_small_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Graphic Pencils, 24-Ct.\"> <div class=\"imageCaption\"><b>Derwent Graphic Pencils, 24-Ct., Metal Tin</b></div> </div> </div> <div class=\"sixth-col\"> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000P6YNF2_wrap_small_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Canvas Pocket Wrap\"> <div class=\"imageCaption\"><b>Derwent Khaki Canvas Pocket Wrap</b><br>Stores up to 12 pencils and accessories.</div> </div> </div> <div class=\"sixth-col\"> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000P6YNF2_burnisher_small_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Blender and Burnisher Set\"> <div class=\"imageCaption\"><b>Derwent Blender and Burnisher Set, Pack, 6 Count</b><br>Add points of interest to your work.</div> </div> </div> <div class=\"sixth-col last\"> <div class=\"centerImage\">  <img src=\"http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/B000P6YNF2_extenders_small_opt.jpg\" alt=\"Pencil Extender Set\"> <div class=\"imageCaption\"><b>Derwent Pencil Extender Set, Silver and Black, For Pencils up to 8 mm, 2 Pack</b><br>Extend the life of your favorite pencils.</div> </div> </div> <div class=\"break\"></div> </div>','inherit','open','open','','1515-revision-v1','','','2015-01-01 13:15:35','2015-01-01 21:15:35','',1515,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1515-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1518,2,'2015-01-01 22:46:11','2015-01-02 06:46:11','[amzn_product_post]','Royal & Langnickel Essentials Sketching Pencil Set, 21-Piece','Royal & Langnickel Essentials graphite sketching set includes all the necessary tools needed to start your art adventure today. 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It\'s sad to say, but I\'ve known a few artists in my day who forgot what it was like to be a beginner. These artists won\'t hesitate to criticize your work, calling you lazy for not \"following through\" with a completed portrait, or even worse, undermining your existence as an artist altogether! (For the record, though, most artists of any skill level are very supportive of their fellow comrades who are beginners =).\r\n\r\nDrawing an image in basic lines, especially when you are trying to maintain proportional accuracy, can be challenging in its own right. Drawing simple lines is a well-known technique used by many famous artists throughout history. If you have a natural desire to be a portrait artist, but you can only make line drawings for now, do not underestimate the power of these simple drawings!\r\n<h3>Complexity Grows with Experience</h3>\r\nGo to Google and do a search of anything related to \"pencil portraits\" and you will undoubtedly be blown away by the incredible attention to detail in the results. You may feel like an inferior artist if you are still learning how to draw people in lines alone.\r\n\r\nEven though you may find it frustrating when you realize your sketches or simple line drawings may not look as complex as the shaded drawings you view online, you will discover that natural desire, combined with practice, reaps positive rewards. Instead of negatively comparing your efforts with the accomplishments of more experienced artists, learn to master the skills needed to make better line drawings. Take heart in the knowledge that you are mastering the foundational skill needed to complete the same works you see when doing those Google searches!\r\n<h3>On the Importance of Learning How to Draw Simple Lines</h3>\r\nAlthough you may admire shading, contour and other special techniques, you need to know how to draw basic lines before you can proceed to more complicated drawings. Different line drawing techniques help you improve your skills. Here is a fun set of warm-up exercises:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Try <strong>blind contour drawing</strong> for fun and creativity. Gaze at an object and draw lines on your sketch paper without looking at the drawing. You may find it surprising when you view the results.</li>\r\n	<li>You can also try your artistic hand at 30-second to one-minute <strong>gesture drawings</strong> that capture gestures in a flash.</li>\r\n	<li>When you want to develop speed, try the <strong>continuous line drawing</strong> technique in which you direct your pencil without ever lifting it from your drawing paper.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Take Lessons from These Prominent Artists</h3>\r\nHenri Matisse is known for bold and thick contour lines that did not emphasize details. If you want to sketch <a href=\"http://www.henri-matisse.net/drawings.html\" target=\"_blank\">simple drawings with lines</a>, learn from the basic gesture drawings sketched by Matisse. Known for his basic sketches of female figures, Matisse utilized gesture drawing techniques.\r\n\r\nYou may find it worthwhile to study line drawings by Pablo Picasso. Viewed by artists as an expert in abstract art, <a href=\"http://www.artyfactory.com/art_appreciation/animals_in_art/pablo_picasso.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Picasso\'s The Bull</a> shows how he sketched 11 different lithographs from complex to simple drawings until the final drawing looks as though it is extracted from all complexities.\r\n\r\nPop artist Andy Warhol made use of the blotted line technique along with freehand artwork. Warhol also liked to experiment with mechanical drawing techniques. Andy Warhol is known for his <a href=\"http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/23/andy-warhol-early-drawings-louisiana-museum_n_2529261.html\" target=\"_blank\">simple drawings that depend on artistic lines.</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://carnegriff.deviantart.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Carne Griffiths</a> is an artist who dares to experiment with different mediums ranging from vodka to tea resulting in daring, bright colors. Griffiths uses drawn lines with painted marks while rendering a layered effect.\r\n\r\nKnown for a moody temperament, Vincent van Gogh was a Post-Impressionist painter who drew at least 1,000 drawings to better himself as an artist and as a remedy for his chronic depressive moods. If your ultimate goal is to paint, take a lesson from Vincent van Gogh by practicing drawing techniques first.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65.4_x_47.1_cm._Dallas_.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1538\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65.4_x_47.1_cm._Dallas_-230x300.jpg\" alt=\"588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper,_(65.4_x_47.1_cm)._Dallas_\" width=\"230\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\nLeonardo da Vinci made use of parallel lines and vanishing points in his many sketches. Known for his anatomical drawings and action sketches, Leonardo da Vinci was an artist who made use of various techniques that included repetition and copying small objects from paintings sketched by famous masters.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Leonardo_da_vinci_Various_figure_studies.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1539\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Leonardo_da_vinci_Various_figure_studies-234x300.jpg\" alt=\"Leonardo_da_vinci,_Various_figure_studies\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Laziness is a Matter of Perspective</h3>\r\nYou may decide to draw line drawings that are devoid of shading, contour and blind contour techniques. Indeed, some of the famous artists throughout the ages are known for pure drawings that contain lines without any extraneous features.\r\n\r\nBear in mind that you are not a lazy artist simply because you want to specialize in drawing portraits that concentrate on lines. It takes skill and patience to learn how to draw people, even if you decide that you want to focus on the basics. The best thing to do is to practice drawing numerous sketches from photographs and real life objects. Once you are ready to sketch more complex portraits, you will have gained mastery in basic techniques that are going to help you sketch detailed drawings. Who knows? 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You may feel like an inferior artist if you are still learning how to draw people in lines alone.\r\n\r\nEven though you may find it frustrating when you realize your sketches or simple line drawings may not look as complex as the shaded drawings you view online, you will discover that natural desire, combined with practice, reaps positive rewards. Instead of negatively comparing your efforts with the accomplishments of more experienced artists, learn to master the skills needed to make better line drawings. Take heart in the knowledge that you are mastering the foundational skill needed to complete the same works you see when doing those Google searches!\r\n<h3>On the Importance of Learning How to Draw Simple Lines</h3>\r\nAlthough you may admire shading, contour and other special techniques, you need to know how to draw basic lines before you can proceed to more complicated drawings. Different line drawing techniques help you improve your skills. Here is a fun set of warm-up exercises:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Try <strong>blind contour drawing</strong> for fun and creativity. Gaze at an object and draw lines on your sketch paper without looking at the drawing. You may find it surprising when you view the results.</li>\r\n	<li>You can also try your artistic hand at 30-second to one-minute <strong>gesture drawings</strong> that capture gestures in a flash.</li>\r\n	<li>When you want to develop speed, try the <strong>continuous line drawing</strong> technique in which you direct your pencil without ever lifting it from your drawing paper.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Changing a Plane Does Not Involve Airline Trips Abroad</h3>\r\nViewing people and objects with an aim to replicate the visions onto sketch paper requires an artistic eye. However, having the right viewpoint does not necessarily mean you have the ability to draw lines that mimic your vision. You need to start out by using lines to change a plane. In other words, you must draw lines that enable an object to connect. If you want to succeed, develop the perspective that enables you to connect lines. Start by drawing simple boxes via lines or contour lines. Once you succeed, you can draw more complicated objects or features.\r\n<h3>To Connect or Not to Connect</h3>\r\nLeaving tiny openings in lines helps viewers gain better perspectives when viewing drawings, especially if the connecting planes have rounder ends. It helps to know where the change of plane takes place. An <strong>implied line</strong> consisting of tiny gaps helps the viewer to look at an object in a less severe and more gentle way. The implied line technique involves lifting your pencil off the paper at various points so the line looks less harsh and more rounded. 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Andy Warhol is known for his simple drawings that depend on artistic lines.\r\n\r\nArtist David Hockney focuses on drawings that are sketched in a quiet room without distraction from noise. He believes that lines need quick applications which necessitate extreme concentration skills. If you want to learn a lesson from Hockney, try sketching lines quickly in a quiet room free from distracting noises.\r\n\r\nAaron Earley makes extensive use of the cross-contour line technique. The result may shock the viewer with faces that seem to leap off the paper. Using graphite lines, Earley\'s sketches make a definite impression on the mind.\r\n\r\nCarne Griffiths is an artist who dares to experiment with different mediums ranging from vodka to tea resulting in daring, bright colors. Griffiths uses drawn lines with painted marks while rendering a layered effect.\r\n\r\nKnown for a moody temperament, Vincent van Gogh was a Post-Impressionist painter who drew at least 1,000 drawings to better himself as an artist and as a remedy for his chronic depressive moods. If your ultimate goal is to paint, take a lesson from Vincent van Gogh by practicing drawing techniques first.\r\n\r\nLeonardo da Vinci made use of parallel lines and vanishing points in his many sketches. Known for his anatomical drawings and action sketches, Leonardo da Vinci was an artist who made use of various techniques that included repetition and copying small objects from paintings sketched by famous masters.\r\n<h3>Laziness is a Matter of Perspective</h3>\r\nYou may decide to draw line drawings that are devoid of shading, contour and blind contour techniques. Indeed, some of the famous artists throughout the ages are known for pure drawings that contain lines without any extraneous features.\r\n\r\nBear in mind that you are not a lazy artist simply because you want to specialize in drawing portraits that concentrate on lines. It takes skill and patience to learn how to draw people, even if you decide that you want to focus on the basics. The best thing to do is to practice drawing numerous sketches from photographs and real life objects. Once you are ready to sketch more complex portraits, you will have gained mastery in basic techniques that are going to help you sketch detailed drawings. Who knows? Your artwork may gain more attention if you devote yourself exclusively to line drawings!','Are You a Lazy Artist If You Just Make Line-Drawing Portraits?','','inherit','open','open','','1536-revision-v1','','','2015-01-04 17:26:52','2015-01-05 01:26:52','',1536,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1536-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1538,2,'2015-01-04 18:51:38','2015-01-05 02:51:38','','588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper,_(65.4_x_47.1_cm)._Dallas_','','inherit','open','open','','588px-vincent_van_gogh-_cafe_terrace_at_night-_1888-_reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65-4_x_47-1_cm-_dallas_','','','2015-01-04 18:51:38','2015-01-05 02:51:38','',1536,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65.4_x_47.1_cm._Dallas_.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1539,2,'2015-01-04 18:51:40','2015-01-05 02:51:40','','Leonardo_da_vinci,_Various_figure_studies','','inherit','open','open','','leonardo_da_vinci_various_figure_studies','','','2015-01-04 18:51:40','2015-01-05 02:51:40','',1536,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Leonardo_da_vinci_Various_figure_studies.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1541,2,'2015-01-04 19:03:46','2015-01-05 03:03:46','','drawing the face sample 2','','inherit','open','open','','drawing-the-face-sample-2','','','2015-01-04 19:03:46','2015-01-05 03:03:46','',1536,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/drawing-the-face-sample-2.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1542,2,'2015-01-04 19:08:11','2015-01-05 03:08:11','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/drawing-the-face-sample-2.jpg\"><img class=\" size-medium wp-image-1541 alignleft\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/drawing-the-face-sample-2-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"drawing the face sample 2\" width=\"205\" height=\"300\" /></a>Learning how to sketch line drawings helps you develop strong techniques. Unfortunately, <em>some</em> more experienced artists might look down on you if you are a beginner and can only make line drawings. It\'s sad to say, but I\'ve known a few artists in my day who forgot what it was like to be a beginner. These artists won\'t hesitate to criticize your work, calling you lazy for not \"following through\" with a completed portrait, or even worse, undermining your existence as an artist altogether! (For the record, though, most artists of any skill level are very supportive of their fellow comrades who are beginners =).\r\n\r\nDrawing an image in basic lines, especially when you are trying to maintain proportional accuracy, can be challenging in its own right. Drawing simple lines is a well-known technique used by many famous artists throughout history. If you have a natural desire to be a portrait artist, but you can only make line drawings for now, do not underestimate the power of these simple drawings!\r\n<h3>Complexity Grows with Experience</h3>\r\nGo to Google and do a search of anything related to \"pencil portraits\" and you will undoubtedly be blown away by the incredible attention to detail in the results. You may feel like an inferior artist if you are still learning how to draw people in lines alone.\r\n\r\nEven though you may find it frustrating when you realize your sketches or simple line drawings may not look as complex as the shaded drawings you view online, you will discover that natural desire, combined with practice, reaps positive rewards. Instead of negatively comparing your efforts with the accomplishments of more experienced artists, learn to master the skills needed to make better line drawings. Take heart in the knowledge that you are mastering the foundational skill needed to complete the same works you see when doing those Google searches!\r\n<h3>On the Importance of Learning How to Draw Simple Lines</h3>\r\nAlthough you may admire shading, contour and other special techniques, you need to know how to draw basic lines before you can proceed to more complicated drawings. Different line drawing techniques help you improve your skills. Here is a fun set of warm-up exercises:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Try <strong>blind contour drawing</strong> for fun and creativity. Gaze at an object and draw lines on your sketch paper without looking at the drawing. You may find it surprising when you view the results.</li>\r\n	<li>You can also try your artistic hand at 30-second to one-minute <strong>gesture drawings</strong> that capture gestures in a flash.</li>\r\n	<li>When you want to develop speed, try the <strong>continuous line drawing</strong> technique in which you direct your pencil without ever lifting it from your drawing paper.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Take Lessons from These Prominent Artists</h3>\r\nHenri Matisse is known for bold and thick contour lines that did not emphasize details. If you want to sketch <a href=\"http://www.henri-matisse.net/drawings.html\" target=\"_blank\">simple drawings with lines</a>, learn from the basic gesture drawings sketched by Matisse. Known for his basic sketches of female figures, Matisse utilized gesture drawing techniques.\r\n\r\nYou may find it worthwhile to study line drawings by Pablo Picasso. Viewed by artists as an expert in abstract art, <a href=\"http://www.artyfactory.com/art_appreciation/animals_in_art/pablo_picasso.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Picasso\'s The Bull</a> shows how he sketched 11 different lithographs from complex to simple drawings until the final drawing looks as though it is extracted from all complexities.\r\n\r\nPop artist Andy Warhol made use of the blotted line technique along with freehand artwork. Warhol also liked to experiment with mechanical drawing techniques. Andy Warhol is known for his <a href=\"http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/23/andy-warhol-early-drawings-louisiana-museum_n_2529261.html\" target=\"_blank\">simple drawings that depend on artistic lines.</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://carnegriff.deviantart.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Carne Griffiths</a> is an artist who dares to experiment with different mediums ranging from vodka to tea resulting in daring, bright colors. Griffiths uses drawn lines with painted marks while rendering a layered effect.\r\n\r\nKnown for a moody temperament, Vincent van Gogh was a Post-Impressionist painter who drew at least 1,000 drawings to better himself as an artist and as a remedy for his chronic depressive moods. If your ultimate goal is to paint, take a lesson from Vincent van Gogh by practicing drawing techniques first.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65.4_x_47.1_cm._Dallas_.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1538\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65.4_x_47.1_cm._Dallas_-230x300.jpg\" alt=\"588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper,_(65.4_x_47.1_cm)._Dallas_\" width=\"230\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\nLeonardo da Vinci made use of parallel lines and vanishing points in his many sketches. Known for his anatomical drawings and action sketches, Leonardo da Vinci was an artist who made use of various techniques that included repetition and copying small objects from paintings sketched by famous masters.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Leonardo_da_vinci_Various_figure_studies.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1539\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Leonardo_da_vinci_Various_figure_studies-234x300.jpg\" alt=\"Leonardo_da_vinci,_Various_figure_studies\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Laziness is a Matter of Perspective</h3>\r\nYou may decide to draw line drawings that are devoid of shading, contour and blind contour techniques. Indeed, some of the famous artists throughout the ages are known for pure drawings that contain lines without any extraneous features.\r\n\r\nBear in mind that you are not a lazy artist simply because you want to specialize in drawing portraits that concentrate on lines. It takes skill and patience to learn how to draw people, even if you decide that you want to focus on the basics. The best thing to do is to practice drawing numerous sketches from photographs and real life objects. Once you are ready to sketch more complex portraits, you will have gained mastery in basic techniques that are going to help you sketch detailed drawings. Who knows? Your artwork may gain more attention if you devote yourself exclusively to line drawings!','Are You a Lazy Artist If You Just Make Line-Drawing Portraits?','','inherit','open','open','','1536-revision-v1','','','2015-01-04 19:08:11','2015-01-05 03:08:11','',1536,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1536-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1540,2,'2015-01-04 18:52:36','2015-01-05 02:52:36','Learning how to sketch line drawings helps you develop strong techniques. Unfortunately, <em>some</em> more experienced artists might look down on you if you are a beginner and can only make line drawings. It\'s sad to say, but I\'ve known a few artists in my day who forgot what it was like to be a beginner. These artists won\'t hesitate to criticize your work, calling you lazy for not \"following through\" with a completed portrait, or even worse, undermining your existence as an artist altogether! (For the record, though, most artists of any skill level are very supportive of their fellow comrades who are beginners =).\r\n\r\nDrawing an image in basic lines, especially when you are trying to maintain proportional accuracy, can be challenging in its own right. Drawing simple lines is a well-known technique used by many famous artists throughout history. If you have a natural desire to be a portrait artist, but you can only make line drawings for now, do not underestimate the power of these simple drawings!\r\n<h3>Complexity Grows with Experience</h3>\r\nGo to Google and do a search of anything related to \"pencil portraits\" and you will undoubtedly be blown away by the incredible attention to detail in the results. You may feel like an inferior artist if you are still learning how to draw people in lines alone.\r\n\r\nEven though you may find it frustrating when you realize your sketches or simple line drawings may not look as complex as the shaded drawings you view online, you will discover that natural desire, combined with practice, reaps positive rewards. Instead of negatively comparing your efforts with the accomplishments of more experienced artists, learn to master the skills needed to make better line drawings. Take heart in the knowledge that you are mastering the foundational skill needed to complete the same works you see when doing those Google searches!\r\n<h3>On the Importance of Learning How to Draw Simple Lines</h3>\r\nAlthough you may admire shading, contour and other special techniques, you need to know how to draw basic lines before you can proceed to more complicated drawings. Different line drawing techniques help you improve your skills. Here is a fun set of warm-up exercises:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Try <strong>blind contour drawing</strong> for fun and creativity. Gaze at an object and draw lines on your sketch paper without looking at the drawing. You may find it surprising when you view the results.</li>\r\n	<li>You can also try your artistic hand at 30-second to one-minute <strong>gesture drawings</strong> that capture gestures in a flash.</li>\r\n	<li>When you want to develop speed, try the <strong>continuous line drawing</strong> technique in which you direct your pencil without ever lifting it from your drawing paper.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Changing a Plane Does Not Involve Airline Trips Abroad</h3>\r\nViewing people and objects with an aim to replicate the visions onto sketch paper requires an artistic eye. However, having the right viewpoint does not necessarily mean you have the ability to draw lines that mimic your vision. You need to start out by using lines to change a plane. In other words, you must draw lines that enable an object to connect. If you want to succeed, develop the perspective that enables you to connect lines. Start by drawing simple boxes via lines or contour lines. Once you succeed, you can draw more complicated objects or features.\r\n<h3>To Connect or Not to Connect</h3>\r\nLeaving tiny openings in lines helps viewers gain better perspectives when viewing drawings, especially if the connecting planes have rounder ends. It helps to know where the change of plane takes place. An <strong>implied line</strong> consisting of tiny gaps helps the viewer to look at an object in a less severe and more gentle way. The implied line technique involves lifting your pencil off the paper at various points so the line looks less harsh and more rounded. If you want to gain from the experience used by past artists, try using gentler implied lines when drawing faces.\r\n<h3>Take Lessons from These Prominent Artists</h3>\r\nHenri Matisse is known for bold and thick contour lines that did not emphasize details. If you want to sketch <a href=\"http://www.henri-matisse.net/drawings.html\" target=\"_blank\">simple drawings with lines</a>, learn from the basic gesture drawings sketched by Matisse. Known for his basic sketches of female figures, Matisse utilized gesture drawing techniques.\r\n\r\nYou may find it worthwhile to study line drawings by Pablo Picasso. Viewed by artists as an expert in abstract art, <a href=\"http://www.artyfactory.com/art_appreciation/animals_in_art/pablo_picasso.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Picasso\'s The Bull</a> shows how he sketched 11 different lithographs from complex to simple drawings until the final drawing looks as though it is extracted from all complexities.\r\n\r\nPop artist Andy Warhol made use of the blotted line technique along with freehand artwork. Warhol also liked to experiment with mechanical drawing techniques. Andy Warhol is known for his <a href=\"http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/23/andy-warhol-early-drawings-louisiana-museum_n_2529261.html\" target=\"_blank\">simple drawings that depend on artistic lines.</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://carnegriff.deviantart.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Carne Griffiths</a> is an artist who dares to experiment with different mediums ranging from vodka to tea resulting in daring, bright colors. Griffiths uses drawn lines with painted marks while rendering a layered effect.\r\n\r\nKnown for a moody temperament, Vincent van Gogh was a Post-Impressionist painter who drew at least 1,000 drawings to better himself as an artist and as a remedy for his chronic depressive moods. If your ultimate goal is to paint, take a lesson from Vincent van Gogh by practicing drawing techniques first.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65.4_x_47.1_cm._Dallas_.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1538\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper_65.4_x_47.1_cm._Dallas_-230x300.jpg\" alt=\"588px-Vincent_van_Gogh._Café_Terrace_at_Night._1888._Reed_pen_and_ink_over_pencil_on_laid_paper,_(65.4_x_47.1_cm)._Dallas_\" width=\"230\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\nLeonardo da Vinci made use of parallel lines and vanishing points in his many sketches. Known for his anatomical drawings and action sketches, Leonardo da Vinci was an artist who made use of various techniques that included repetition and copying small objects from paintings sketched by famous masters.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Leonardo_da_vinci_Various_figure_studies.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1539\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Leonardo_da_vinci_Various_figure_studies-234x300.jpg\" alt=\"Leonardo_da_vinci,_Various_figure_studies\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Laziness is a Matter of Perspective</h3>\r\nYou may decide to draw line drawings that are devoid of shading, contour and blind contour techniques. Indeed, some of the famous artists throughout the ages are known for pure drawings that contain lines without any extraneous features.\r\n\r\nBear in mind that you are not a lazy artist simply because you want to specialize in drawing portraits that concentrate on lines. It takes skill and patience to learn how to draw people, even if you decide that you want to focus on the basics. The best thing to do is to practice drawing numerous sketches from photographs and real life objects. Once you are ready to sketch more complex portraits, you will have gained mastery in basic techniques that are going to help you sketch detailed drawings. Who knows? Your artwork may gain more attention if you devote yourself exclusively to line drawings!','Are You a Lazy Artist If You Just Make Line-Drawing Portraits?','','inherit','open','open','','1536-revision-v1','','','2015-01-04 18:52:36','2015-01-05 02:52:36','',1536,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1536-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1543,2,'2015-01-09 02:48:35','2015-01-09 10:48:35','Age and experience don\'t always have everything to do with artistic skill. Take the case of <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diego Fazio</a> - a 25 year-old Italian artist. With only eight years of experience under his belt, Diego produces hyperrealistic pencil portraits of real people, capturing the details of their faces in a manner that seems not quite human. Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nAs you can see below, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually beginning with a simple line drawing and spending over two hundred hours to turn it into a completed portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" size=\"full\" columns=\"1\" ids=\"1583,1556,1547,1548,1549,1550,1551,1552,1553,1554,1555,1557,1558,1559,1560\"]\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? Is there a reason to draw by hand if you can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyperrealism.\r\n\r\nAs you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace whatever it is that makes you and your artwork unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out!\r\n\r\n<em>All images used with permission. See more at <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it/opere/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://diegokoi.it/opere/</a></em>','Your Eyes Will Tell You These Pencil Portraits Are Photographs','','publish','open','open','','your-eyes-will-tell-you-these-pencil-portraits-are-photographs','','\nhttp://diegokoi.it/opere/','2017-10-08 18:44:09','2017-10-09 01:44:09','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=1543',0,'post','',3),(1544,2,'2015-01-05 05:36:16','2015-01-05 13:36:16','Age and experience don\'t always have everything to do with artistic skill. Take the case of Diego Fazio - a 23 year-old Italian artist. With only seven years of experience under his belt, Diego produces hyperrealistic pencil portraits of real people, capturing the details of their faces in a manner that seems not quite human. Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nThe work done by Fazio is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually requiring him to spend over two hundred hours on a portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? More to the point - is there a reason to draw by hand, when one can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyper-realism. As you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace that which makes you unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out.','Your Eyes Will Tell You These Pencil Portraits Are Photographs','','inherit','open','open','','1543-revision-v1','','','2015-01-05 05:36:16','2015-01-05 13:36:16','',1543,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1543-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1545,2,'2015-01-05 05:54:11','2015-01-05 13:54:11','Age and experience don\'t always have everything to do with artistic skill. Take the case of Diego Fazio - a 23 year-old Italian artist. With only seven years of experience under his belt, Diego produces hyperrealistic pencil portraits of real people, capturing the details of their faces in a manner that seems not quite human. Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nAs you can see by <a href=\"http://twistedsifter.com/2013/04/hyperrealistic-portraits-using-pencils-diegokoi/\" target=\"_blank\">these examples on Twisted Sifter</a>, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually requiring him to spend over two hundred hours on a portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twistedsifter.com/2013/04/hyperrealistic-portraits-using-pencils-diegokoi/\" target=\"_blank\">When it comes to art that\'s this detailed</a>, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? More to the point - is there a reason to draw by hand, when one can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyper-realism. As you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace that which makes you unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out.','Your Eyes Will Tell You These Pencil Portraits Are Photographs','','inherit','open','open','','1543-revision-v1','','','2015-01-05 05:54:11','2015-01-05 13:54:11','',1543,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1543-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1546,2,'2015-01-09 06:14:02','2015-01-09 14:14:02','Age and experience don\'t always have everything to do with artistic skill. Take the case of <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it\" target=\"_blank\">Diego Fazio</a> - a 25 year-old Italian artist. With only eight years of experience under his belt, Diego produces hyperrealistic pencil portraits of real people, capturing the details of their faces in a manner that seems not quite human. Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\n\nAs you can see below, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually beginning with a simple line drawing and spending over two hundred hours to turn it into a completed portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\n\n[gallery link=\"file\" size=\"full\" columns=\"1\" ids=\"1547,1548,1549,1550,1551,1552,1553,1554,1555,1556,1557,1558,1559,1560\"]\n\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? Is there a reason to draw by hand if you can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyperrealism.\n\nAs you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace whatever it is that makes you and your artwork unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out!\n\n<em>All images used with permission. 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Take the case of <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it\" target=\"_blank\">Diego Fazio</a> - a 23 year-old Italian artist. With only seven years of experience under his belt, Diego produces hyperrealistic pencil portraits of real people, capturing the details of their faces in a manner that seems not quite human. Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nAs you can see below, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually requiring him to spend over two hundred hours on a portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" size=\"full\" columns=\"1\" ids=\"1547,1548,1549,1550,1551,1552,1553,1554,1555,1556,1557,1558,1559,1560\"]\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? Is there a reason to draw by hand if you can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyper-realism.\r\n\r\nAs you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace whatever it is that makes you and your artwork unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out.\r\n\r\n<em>All images used with permission. 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Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nAs you can see below, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually requiring him to spend over two hundred hours on a portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" size=\"full\" columns=\"1\" ids=\"1547,1548,1549,1550,1551,1552,1553,1554,1555,1556,1557,1558,1559,1560\"]\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? Is there a reason to draw by hand if you can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyper-realism.\r\n\r\nAs you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace whatever it is that makes you and your artwork unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out!\r\n\r\n<em>All images used with permission. 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No matter which pose you use, the best advice I can give you is to sketch out the general shapes of the two figures to get their positioning right with each other.\r\n\r\nIn the examples below, you will see these basic sketched figures rather than completed drawings, because once you get the shape of the figures sketched right, you can always go back and add details to develop the faces, arms, hands, and clothing. I drew these with a soft 4B pencil so they would appear darker for you, but since these figure sketches will serve as guidelines for your final drawing, it\'s best you draw them with a harder graphite pencil for a lighter effect.\r\n\r\nEach method has three basic components for each figure: an oval shape for the head, a rectangular shape with rounded corners for the torso, and the rough outline of the arms and hands.\r\n<h3>Method 1: Hugging from Behind the Back</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1565\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging from behind the back\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>If you are drawing a picture of one person hugging another from behind the back, you are obviously going to have some overlap to deal with, so some of your basic shapes will be missing or hidden. In this example, you can start by drawing the head, body, and arms of the person in front. The torso of the person behind is hidden, so you don\'t need to draw it. It is still important to get the right placement of the head and arms of the person in the back.\r\n\r\nYou can see more overlap with the arms from behind coming to hug the person in the front. Once you get the right placement of the major shapes, just erase any guidelines that will be behind another body part (for example, the guidelines behind the forearms).\r\n<h3>Method 2: Hugging Side by Side</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1568\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-side-by-side-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging side by side\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" />When people hug side by side, as in this example, they are usually sitting side by side and facing the same direction. As opposed to directly facing each other, their bodies are slightly twisted toward one another. There are times when they can do this standing as well.\r\n\r\nFor this sketch, I drew two ovals for the heads that are leaning in to one another and looking forward at the viewer. Each rectangular torso shape is slanted at a slight angle. Then you can draw the arms, one over the other in the front. You won\'t be able to see the arms behind each back.\r\n<h3></h3>\r\n<h3></h3>\r\n<h3>Method 3: Frontal Hugging Over the Shoulder</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1567\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-over-shoulder-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal over shoulder\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />Here is a classic position for hugging. This is the first position I usually think of when I think about people hugging each other. Even so, it\'s not the ideal or popular position for portrait drawing, since one person is facing away and the face we can see probably has her eyes closed. Still, it has its place with other types of drawings, so we will take a quick look.\r\n\r\nOnce again, there is major overlap with this hugging position. You will have to use your judgment as to the extent of guidelines you want to use. I find it helpful sometimes, as in this example, to still sketch what is hidden by the arm and torso in the front. This way you can get an idea if the proportions of one person look right in isolation. Don\'t forget to draw heads that are side by side with a slight overlap and facing away from each other. Then draw an over-under positioning of the arms.\r\n<h3>Method 4: Frontal Hugging Face-to-Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1566\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal face to face\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>You might use the positioning of the figures in this sketch to draw a loving, romantic couple. With this type of hug, the bodies are facing each other as in the last example, but the faces themselves are also facing each other. You can also draw the faces so they are both looking at the viewer, which would make this an excellent choice for a portrait drawing.\r\n\r\nIt is up to you whether you want to begin first by sketching the head or torso for each figure. I usually begin by sketching the heads to make sure the sizes and positions of each are the way I want them. If I begin with the bodies and accidentally draw them too far apart, then drawing the heads touching each other might look awkward.\r\n\r\nYou will have to adjust the width and angle of your rectangular torso shapes so they appear to be close to and facing each other. This will make it easier to sketch the arms so they have the natural appearance of wrapping around or resting upon the other person\'s body.\r\n<h3>Countless Other Hugs</h3>\r\nThese four ways to draw people hugging certainly are not the only hugging positions you will encounter. Hopefully though, these examples will show you that it\'s not as hard as it may seem to draw people hugging. It really is only a matter of sketching the basic shapes to get the right size and positioning before moving forward.\r\n\r\nIf you want to get better at drawing people hugging, begin by experimenting with these four methods. Try different attempts and angles until you get something that looks right to you. Then try making tweaks to the positions in your sketches. Look at lots of reference photographs to see the countless other hugging positions you may find yourself sketching someday. Practice sketching as many different positions as you can. 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Depending on what kind of a hug you are trying to draw, you may have to tweak your approach.\r\n\r\nIn this post, I want to show you four different ways to draw two people hugging. No matter which pose you use, the best advice I can give you is to sketch out the general shapes of the two figures to get their positioning right with each other.\r\n\r\nIn the examples below, you will see these basic sketched figures rather than completed drawings, because once you get the shape of the figures sketched right, you can always go back and add details to develop the faces, arms, hands, and clothing. I drew these with a soft 4B pencil so they would appear darker for you, but since these figure sketches will serve as guidelines for your final drawing, it\'s best you draw them with a harder graphite pencil for a lighter effect.\r\n\r\nEach method has three basic components for each figure: an oval shape for the head, a rectangular shape with rounded corners for the torso, and the rough outline of the arms and hands.\r\n<h3>Method 1: Hugging from Behind the Back</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1565\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging from behind the back\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>This is blah blah blah...\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Four Easy Methods for Drawing People Hugging','','inherit','open','open','','1564-revision-v1','','','2015-01-08 06:09:42','2015-01-08 14:09:42','',1564,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1564-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1571,2,'2015-01-08 20:23:14','2015-01-09 04:23:14','<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Welcome to the gallery of realistic portraits!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">It’s always fun and fascinating to view the results of a skilled artist completing a drawing of a person that looks very real. </span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Even if you don’t watch how the artist goes through each step of the process to reach the final outcome, there is so much you can gain just by carefully looking at artwork like this.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Realistic portraits can serve as a model to help guide and improve your own work. Closely examine individual facial features and other aspects of these drawings, and you can more easily identify your strengths and weaknesses. More importantly, you have an example for how to improve upon your weaknesses!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">If you have<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><strong><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\';\">your own</span></strong> realistic portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery,<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.</span></p>\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"902,1572,1573,1574,1575,1683\" orderby=\"rand\"]','Realistic Portraits','','private','open','open','','realistic-portraits','','','2017-10-08 18:39:21','2017-10-09 01:39:21','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=1571',0,'post','',0),(1573,2,'2015-01-08 20:18:57','2015-01-09 04:18:57','','angela','','inherit','open','open','','angela','','','2017-10-08 20:16:17','2017-10-09 03:16:17','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/angela.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1572,2,'2015-01-08 20:06:02','2015-01-09 04:06:02','','IMG_0100','\"Charcoal Study\" by Ashleigh Jane Mayhew','inherit','open','open','','img_0100','','','2015-01-08 20:06:58','2015-01-09 04:06:58','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/IMG_0100.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1574,2,'2015-01-08 20:18:59','2015-01-09 04:18:59','','chicago girls','','inherit','open','open','','chicago-girls','','','2017-10-08 20:16:11','2017-10-09 03:16:11','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chicago-girls.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1575,2,'2015-01-08 20:19:00','2015-01-09 04:19:00','','nirma','','inherit','open','open','','nirma-2','','','2017-10-08 20:16:09','2017-10-09 03:16:09','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/nirma.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1576,2,'2015-01-08 20:21:41','2015-01-09 04:21:41','<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Welcome to the gallery of realistic portraits!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">It’s always fun and fascinating to view the results of a skilled artist completing a drawing of a person that looks very real. </span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Even if you don’t watch how the artist goes through each step of the process to reach the final outcome, there is so much you can gain just by carefully looking at artwork like this.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Realistic portraits can serve as a model to help guide and improve your own work. Closely examine individual facial features and other aspects of these drawings, and you can more easily identify your strengths and weaknesses. More importantly, you have an example for how to improve upon your weaknesses!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">If you have<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><strong><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\';\">your own</span></strong> realistic portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery,<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.</span></p>\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"902,1572,1573,1574,1575\" orderby=\"rand\"]','Realistic Portraits','','inherit','open','open','','1571-revision-v1','','','2015-01-08 20:21:41','2015-01-09 04:21:41','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1571-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1577,2,'2015-01-08 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Take the case of <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it\" target=\"_blank\">Diego Fazio</a> - a 25 year-old Italian artist. With only eight years of experience under his belt, Diego produces hyperrealistic pencil portraits of real people, capturing the details of their faces in a manner that seems not quite human. Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nAs you can see below, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually requiring him to spend over two hundred hours on a portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" size=\"full\" columns=\"1\" ids=\"1547,1548,1549,1550,1551,1552,1553,1554,1555,1556,1557,1558,1559,1560\"]\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? Is there a reason to draw by hand if you can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyper-realism.\r\n\r\nAs you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace whatever it is that makes you and your artwork unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out!\r\n\r\n<em>All images used with permission. 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Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nAs you can see below, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually requiring him to spend over two hundred hours on a portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" size=\"full\" columns=\"1\" ids=\"1547,1548,1549,1550,1551,1552,1553,1554,1555,1556,1557,1558,1559,1560\"]\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? Is there a reason to draw by hand if you can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyperrealism.\r\n\r\nAs you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace whatever it is that makes you and your artwork unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out!\r\n\r\n<em>All images used with permission. See more at <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it/opere/\" target=\"_blank\">http://diegokoi.it/opere/</a></em>','Your Eyes Will Tell You These Pencil Portraits Are Photographs','','inherit','open','open','','1543-revision-v1','','','2015-01-09 05:47:39','2015-01-09 13:47:39','',1543,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1543-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1583,2,'2015-01-09 06:14:04','2015-01-09 14:14:04','','251206_424857344237781_1540294843_n1','','inherit','open','open','','251206_424857344237781_1540294843_n1','','','2015-01-09 06:14:04','2015-01-09 14:14:04','',1543,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/251206_424857344237781_1540294843_n1.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1584,2,'2015-01-09 06:15:21','2015-01-09 14:15:21','Age and experience don\'t always have everything to do with artistic skill. Take the case of <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it\" target=\"_blank\">Diego Fazio</a> - a 25 year-old Italian artist. With only eight years of experience under his belt, Diego produces hyperrealistic pencil portraits of real people, capturing the details of their faces in a manner that seems not quite human. Despite the seeming impossibility, Fazio has made a career of producing such images.\r\n\r\nAs you can see below, the work done by Diego is nothing short of breathtaking, reproducing images in a manner that makes them virtually identical to a photograph. His process is intricately detailed, usually beginning with a simple line drawing and spending over two hundred hours to turn it into a completed portrait! The end product, though, is worth the wait - each image is incredibly realistic, highlighting the lack of detail that is typically present in portraiture. Even a typically realistic portrait can look subpar when compared to one of his pieces, creating a high-water mark for the human hand\'s ability to replicate what the eye can see.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" size=\"full\" columns=\"1\" ids=\"1583,1556,1547,1548,1549,1550,1551,1552,1553,1554,1555,1557,1558,1559,1560\"]\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to art that\'s this detailed, is there really a difference between the pencil piece and photography? Is there a reason to draw by hand if you can produce an identical image mechanically? If you believe in the importance of the artistic process, the answer should be a resounding \"yes\", but it certainly gives those with an eye towards the world of art a moment to stop and think about hyperrealism.\r\n\r\nAs you progress with your own artistic endeavors, make sure that you embrace whatever it is that makes you and your artwork unique - and like Diego, find a way to stand out!\r\n\r\n<em>All images used with permission. See more at <a href=\"http://diegokoi.it/opere/\" target=\"_blank\">http://diegokoi.it/opere/</a></em>','Your Eyes Will Tell You These Pencil Portraits Are Photographs','','inherit','open','open','','1543-revision-v1','','','2015-01-09 06:15:21','2015-01-09 14:15:21','',1543,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1543-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1601,2,'2015-01-17 21:47:26','2015-01-18 05:47:26','If you have ever struggled with drawing a picture of two people hugging, it\'s very understandable. Sometimes it can be hard enough just to get the right positioning for one figure, let alone two. In addition, you have to make sure the two figures you are drawing complement each other in a positive way for the overall picture.\r\n\r\nAnother thing about hugs is they don\'t all look alike. Depending on what kind of a hug you are trying to draw, you may have to tweak your approach.\r\n\r\nIn this post, I want to show you four different ways to draw two people hugging. No matter which pose you use, the best advice I can give you is to sketch out the general shapes of the two figures to get their positioning right with each other.\r\n\r\nIn the examples below, you will see these basic sketched figures rather than completed drawings, because once you get the shape of the figures sketched right, you can always go back and add details to develop the faces, arms, hands, and clothing. I drew these with a soft 4B pencil so they would appear darker for you, but since these figure sketches will serve as guidelines for your final drawing, it\'s best you draw them with a harder graphite pencil for a lighter effect.\r\n\r\nEach method has three basic components for each figure: an oval shape for the head, a rectangular shape with rounded corners for the torso, and the rough outline of the arms and hands.\r\n<h3>Method 1: Hugging from Behind the Back</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1565\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging from behind the back\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>If you are drawing a picture of one person hugging another from behind the back, you are obviously going to have some overlap to deal with, so some of your basic shapes will be missing or hidden. In this example, you can start by drawing the head, body, and arms of the person in front. The torso of the person behind is hidden, so you don\'t need to draw it. It is still important to get the right placement of the head and arms of the person in the back.\r\n\r\nYou can see more overlap with the arms from behind coming to hug the person in the front. Once you get the right placement of the major shapes, just erase any guidelines that will be behind another body part (for example, the guidelines behind the forearms).\r\n<h3>Method 2: Hugging Side by Side</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1568\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-side-by-side-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging side by side\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" />When people hug side by side, as in this example, they are usually sitting side by side and facing the same direction. As opposed to directly facing each other, their bodies are slightly twisted toward one another. There are times when they can do this standing as well.\r\n\r\nFor this sketch, I drew two ovals for the heads that are leaning in to one another and looking forward at the viewer. Each rectangular torso shape is slanted at a slight angle. Then you can draw the arms, one over the other in the front. You won\'t be able to see the arms behind each back.\r\n<h3>Method 3: Frontal Hugging Over the Shoulder</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1567\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-over-shoulder-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal over shoulder\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />Here is a classic position for hugging. This is the first position I usually think of when I think about people hugging each other. Even so, it\'s not the ideal or popular position for portrait drawing, since one person is facing away and the face we can see probably has her eyes closed. Still, it has its place with other types of drawings, so we will take a quick look.\r\n\r\nOnce again, there is major overlap with this hugging position. You will have to use your judgment as to the extent of guidelines you want to use. I find it helpful sometimes, as in this example, to still sketch what is hidden by the arm and torso in the front. This way you can get an idea if the proportions of one person look right in isolation. Don\'t forget to draw heads that are side by side with a slight overlap and facing away from each other. Then draw an over-under positioning of the arms.\r\n<h3>Method 4: Frontal Hugging Face-to-Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1566\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal face to face\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>You might use the positioning of the figures in this sketch to draw a loving, romantic couple. With this type of hug, the bodies are facing each other as in the last example, but the faces themselves are also facing each other. You can also draw the faces so they are both looking at the viewer, which would make this an excellent choice for a portrait drawing.\r\n\r\nIt is up to you whether you want to begin first by sketching the head or torso for each figure. I usually begin by sketching the heads to make sure the sizes and positions of each are the way I want them. If I begin with the bodies and accidentally draw them too far apart, then drawing the heads touching each other might look awkward.\r\n\r\nYou will have to adjust the width and angle of your rectangular torso shapes so they appear to be close to and facing each other. This will make it easier to sketch the arms so they have the natural appearance of wrapping around or resting upon the other person\'s body.\r\n<h3>Countless Other Hugs</h3>\r\nThese four ways to draw people hugging certainly are not the only hugging positions you will encounter. Hopefully though, these examples will show you that it\'s not as hard as it may seem to draw people hugging. It really is only a matter of sketching the basic shapes to get the right size and positioning before moving forward.\r\n\r\nIf you want to get better at drawing people hugging, begin by experimenting with these four methods. Try different attempts and angles until you get something that looks right to you. Then try making tweaks to the positions in your sketches. Look at lots of reference photographs to see the countless other hugging positions you may find yourself sketching someday. Practice sketching as many different positions as you can. Soon you will find it much easier (and more fun) to draw two hugging figures!','Four Easy Methods for Drawing People Hugging','','inherit','open','open','','1564-revision-v1','','','2015-01-17 21:47:26','2015-01-18 05:47:26','',1564,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1564-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1587,2,'2015-01-13 17:52:16','2015-01-14 01:52:16','If you have ever struggled with drawing a picture of two people hugging, it\'s very understandable. Sometimes it can be hard enough just to get the right positioning for one figure, let alone two. In addition, you have to make sure the two figures you are drawing compliment each other in a positive way for the overall picture.\r\n\r\nAnother thing about hugs is they don\'t all look alike. Depending on what kind of a hug you are trying to draw, you may have to tweak your approach.\r\n\r\nIn this post, I want to show you four different ways to draw two people hugging. No matter which pose you use, the best advice I can give you is to sketch out the general shapes of the two figures to get their positioning right with each other.\r\n\r\nIn the examples below, you will see these basic sketched figures rather than completed drawings, because once you get the shape of the figures sketched right, you can always go back and add details to develop the faces, arms, hands, and clothing. I drew these with a soft 4B pencil so they would appear darker for you, but since these figure sketches will serve as guidelines for your final drawing, it\'s best you draw them with a harder graphite pencil for a lighter effect.\r\n\r\nEach method has three basic components for each figure: an oval shape for the head, a rectangular shape with rounded corners for the torso, and the rough outline of the arms and hands.\r\n<h3>Method 1: Hugging from Behind the Back</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1565\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging from behind the back\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>If you are drawing a picture of one person hugging another from behind the back, you are obviously going to have some overlap to deal with, so some of your basic shapes will be missing or hidden. In this example, you can start by drawing the head, body, and arms of the person in front. The torso of the person behind is hidden, so you don\'t need to draw it. It is still important to get the right placement of the head and arms of the person in the back. You can see more overlap with the arms from behind coming to hug the person in the front. Once you get the right placement of the major shapes, just erase any guidelines that will be behind another body part (for example, the guidelines behind the forearms).\r\n<h3> Method 2: Hugging Side by Side</h3>\r\n&nbsp;','Four Easy Methods for Drawing People Hugging','','inherit','open','open','','1564-revision-v1','','','2015-01-13 17:52:16','2015-01-14 01:52:16','',1564,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1564-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1588,2,'2015-01-13 19:14:57','2015-01-14 03:14:57','If you have ever struggled with drawing a picture of two people hugging, it\'s very understandable. Sometimes it can be hard enough just to get the right positioning for one figure, let alone two. In addition, you have to make sure the two figures you are drawing compliment each other in a positive way for the overall picture.\r\n\r\nAnother thing about hugs is they don\'t all look alike. Depending on what kind of a hug you are trying to draw, you may have to tweak your approach.\r\n\r\nIn this post, I want to show you four different ways to draw two people hugging. No matter which pose you use, the best advice I can give you is to sketch out the general shapes of the two figures to get their positioning right with each other.\r\n\r\nIn the examples below, you will see these basic sketched figures rather than completed drawings, because once you get the shape of the figures sketched right, you can always go back and add details to develop the faces, arms, hands, and clothing. I drew these with a soft 4B pencil so they would appear darker for you, but since these figure sketches will serve as guidelines for your final drawing, it\'s best you draw them with a harder graphite pencil for a lighter effect.\r\n\r\nEach method has three basic components for each figure: an oval shape for the head, a rectangular shape with rounded corners for the torso, and the rough outline of the arms and hands.\r\n<h3>Method 1: Hugging from Behind the Back</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1565\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging from behind the back\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>If you are drawing a picture of one person hugging another from behind the back, you are obviously going to have some overlap to deal with, so some of your basic shapes will be missing or hidden. In this example, you can start by drawing the head, body, and arms of the person in front. The torso of the person behind is hidden, so you don\'t need to draw it. It is still important to get the right placement of the head and arms of the person in the back.\r\n\r\nYou can see more overlap with the arms from behind coming to hug the person in the front. Once you get the right placement of the major shapes, just erase any guidelines that will be behind another body part (for example, the guidelines behind the forearms).\r\n<h3>Method 2: Hugging Side by Side</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1568\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-side-by-side-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging side by side\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" />When people hug side by side, as in this example, they are usually sitting side by side and facing the same direction. As opposed to directly facing each other, their bodies are slightly twisted toward one another. There are times when they can do this standing as well.\r\n\r\nFor this sketch, I drew two ovals for the heads that are leaning in to one another and looking forward at the viewer. Each rectangular torso shape is slanted at a slight angle. Then you can draw the arms, one over the other in the front. You won\'t be able to see the arms behind each back.\r\n<h3>Method 3: Frontal Hugging Over the Shoulder</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1567\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-over-shoulder-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal over shoulder\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />Here is a classic position for hugging. This is the first position I usually think of when I think about people hugging each other. Even so, it\'s not the ideal or popular position for portrait drawing, since one person is facing away and the face we can see probably has her eyes closed. Still, it has its place with other types of drawings, so we will take a quick look.\r\n\r\nOnce again, there is major overlap with this hugging position. You will have to use your judgment as to the extent of guidelines you want to use. I find it helpful sometimes, as in this example, to still sketch what is hidden by the arm and torso in the front. This way you can get an idea if the proportions of one person look right in isolation. Don\'t forget to draw heads that are side by side with a slight overlap and facing away from each other. Then draw an over-under positioning of the arms.\r\n<h3>Method 4: Frontal Hugging Face-to-Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1566\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal face to face\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>You might use the positioning of the figures in this sketch to draw a loving, romantic couple. With this type of hug, the bodies are facing each other as in the last example, but the faces themselves are also facing each other. You can also draw the faces so they are both looking at the viewer, which would make this an excellent choice for a portrait drawing.\r\n\r\nIt is up to you whether you want to begin first by sketching the head or torso for each figure. I usually begin by sketching the heads to make sure the sizes and positions of each are the way I want them. If I begin with the bodies and accidentally draw them too far apart, then drawing the heads touching each other might look awkward.\r\n\r\nYou will have to adjust the width and angle of your rectangular torso shapes so they appear to be close to and facing each other. This will make it easier to sketch the arms so they have the natural appearance of wrapping around or resting upon the other person\'s body.\r\n<h3>Countless Other Hugs</h3>\r\nThese four ways to draw people hugging certainly are\r\n\r\ntry different attempts and angles until you get something that looks right','Four Easy Methods for Drawing People Hugging','','inherit','open','open','','1564-revision-v1','','','2015-01-13 19:14:57','2015-01-14 03:14:57','',1564,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1564-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1589,2,'2015-01-13 19:24:21','2015-01-14 03:24:21','If you have ever struggled with drawing a picture of two people hugging, it\'s very understandable. Sometimes it can be hard enough just to get the right positioning for one figure, let alone two. In addition, you have to make sure the two figures you are drawing compliment each other in a positive way for the overall picture.\r\n\r\nAnother thing about hugs is they don\'t all look alike. Depending on what kind of a hug you are trying to draw, you may have to tweak your approach.\r\n\r\nIn this post, I want to show you four different ways to draw two people hugging. No matter which pose you use, the best advice I can give you is to sketch out the general shapes of the two figures to get their positioning right with each other.\r\n\r\nIn the examples below, you will see these basic sketched figures rather than completed drawings, because once you get the shape of the figures sketched right, you can always go back and add details to develop the faces, arms, hands, and clothing. I drew these with a soft 4B pencil so they would appear darker for you, but since these figure sketches will serve as guidelines for your final drawing, it\'s best you draw them with a harder graphite pencil for a lighter effect.\r\n\r\nEach method has three basic components for each figure: an oval shape for the head, a rectangular shape with rounded corners for the torso, and the rough outline of the arms and hands.\r\n<h3>Method 1: Hugging from Behind the Back</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1565\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-from-behind-the-back-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging from behind the back\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>If you are drawing a picture of one person hugging another from behind the back, you are obviously going to have some overlap to deal with, so some of your basic shapes will be missing or hidden. In this example, you can start by drawing the head, body, and arms of the person in front. The torso of the person behind is hidden, so you don\'t need to draw it. It is still important to get the right placement of the head and arms of the person in the back.\r\n\r\nYou can see more overlap with the arms from behind coming to hug the person in the front. Once you get the right placement of the major shapes, just erase any guidelines that will be behind another body part (for example, the guidelines behind the forearms).\r\n<h3>Method 2: Hugging Side by Side</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1568\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-side-by-side-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging side by side\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" />When people hug side by side, as in this example, they are usually sitting side by side and facing the same direction. As opposed to directly facing each other, their bodies are slightly twisted toward one another. There are times when they can do this standing as well.\r\n\r\nFor this sketch, I drew two ovals for the heads that are leaning in to one another and looking forward at the viewer. Each rectangular torso shape is slanted at a slight angle. Then you can draw the arms, one over the other in the front. You won\'t be able to see the arms behind each back.\r\n<h3>Method 3: Frontal Hugging Over the Shoulder</h3>\r\n<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1567\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-over-shoulder-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal over shoulder\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />Here is a classic position for hugging. This is the first position I usually think of when I think about people hugging each other. Even so, it\'s not the ideal or popular position for portrait drawing, since one person is facing away and the face we can see probably has her eyes closed. Still, it has its place with other types of drawings, so we will take a quick look.\r\n\r\nOnce again, there is major overlap with this hugging position. You will have to use your judgment as to the extent of guidelines you want to use. I find it helpful sometimes, as in this example, to still sketch what is hidden by the arm and torso in the front. This way you can get an idea if the proportions of one person look right in isolation. Don\'t forget to draw heads that are side by side with a slight overlap and facing away from each other. Then draw an over-under positioning of the arms.\r\n<h3>Method 4: Frontal Hugging Face-to-Face</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1566\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-people-hugging-frontal-face-to-face-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw people hugging frontal face to face\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>You might use the positioning of the figures in this sketch to draw a loving, romantic couple. With this type of hug, the bodies are facing each other as in the last example, but the faces themselves are also facing each other. You can also draw the faces so they are both looking at the viewer, which would make this an excellent choice for a portrait drawing.\r\n\r\nIt is up to you whether you want to begin first by sketching the head or torso for each figure. I usually begin by sketching the heads to make sure the sizes and positions of each are the way I want them. If I begin with the bodies and accidentally draw them too far apart, then drawing the heads touching each other might look awkward.\r\n\r\nYou will have to adjust the width and angle of your rectangular torso shapes so they appear to be close to and facing each other. This will make it easier to sketch the arms so they have the natural appearance of wrapping around or resting upon the other person\'s body.\r\n<h3>Countless Other Hugs</h3>\r\nThese four ways to draw people hugging certainly are not the only hugging positions you will encounter. Hopefully though, these examples will show you that it\'s not as hard as it may seem to draw people hugging. It really is only a matter of sketching the basic shapes to get the right size and positioning before moving forward.\r\n\r\nIf you want to get better at drawing people hugging, begin by experimenting with these four methods. Try different attempts and angles until you get something that looks right to you. Then try making tweaks to the positions in your sketches. Look at lots of reference photographs to see the countless other hugging positions you may find yourself sketching someday. Practice sketching as many different positions as you can. Soon you will find it much easier (and more fun) to draw two hugging figures!','Four Easy Methods for Drawing People Hugging','','inherit','open','open','','1564-revision-v1','','','2015-01-13 19:24:21','2015-01-14 03:24:21','',1564,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1564-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1595,2,'2015-01-15 06:24:53','2015-01-15 14:24:53','','sketch a surprised man video','','inherit','open','open','','sketch-a-surprised-man-video','','','2015-01-15 06:24:53','2015-01-15 14:24:53','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/sketch-a-surprised-man-video.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1596,2,'2015-01-15 06:25:14','2015-01-15 14:25:14','<center><iframe src=\"//www.youtube.com/embed/FH6zH9_LGD8?rel=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>This video is a quick sketch of a man with a surprised look on his face. It shows you a few simple fundamentals of how you can sketch a face of a man in a few minutes.\r\n\r\nI like to take my time and not rush when I draw or even sketch. This small experiment was a departure from that. This was my attempt to see how much of a face I could sketch within 5 minutes, so obviously it is only meant to be a quick sketch and not a complete, realistic depiction. Also as you will see, it was a challenge for me to stay within that 5-minute time frame!','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','inherit','open','open','','1591-revision-v1','','','2015-01-15 06:25:14','2015-01-15 14:25:14','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1591-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1597,2,'2015-01-15 06:25:51','2015-01-15 14:25:51','<center><iframe src=\"//www.youtube.com/embed/FH6zH9_LGD8?rel=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis video is a quick sketch of a man with a surprised look on his face. It shows you a few simple fundamentals of how you can sketch a face of a man in a few minutes.\r\n\r\nI like to take my time and not rush when I draw or even sketch. This small experiment was a departure from that. This was my attempt to see how much of a face I could sketch within 5 minutes, so obviously it is only meant to be a quick sketch and not a complete, realistic depiction. Also as you will see, it was a challenge for me to stay within that 5-minute time frame!','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','inherit','open','open','','1591-revision-v1','','','2015-01-15 06:25:51','2015-01-15 14:25:51','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1591-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1598,2,'2015-01-15 06:26:13','2015-01-15 14:26:13','<center><iframe src=\"//www.youtube.com/embed/FH6zH9_LGD8?rel=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\nThis video is a quick sketch of a man with a surprised look on his face. It shows you a few simple fundamentals of how you can sketch a face of a man in a few minutes.\r\n\r\nI like to take my time and not rush when I draw or even sketch. This small experiment was a departure from that. This was my attempt to see how much of a face I could sketch within 5 minutes, so obviously it is only meant to be a quick sketch and not a complete, realistic depiction. Also as you will see, it was a challenge for me to stay within that 5-minute time frame!','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','inherit','open','open','','1591-revision-v1','','','2015-01-15 06:26:13','2015-01-15 14:26:13','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1591-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1599,2,'2015-01-15 19:05:34','2015-01-16 03:05:34','<center><iframe src=\"//www.youtube.com/embed/x8wD-fdR_Uw?rel=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>In this video tutorial by Cheri Crawford from <a href=\"http://www.drawingteachers.com\" target=\"_blank\">DrawingTeachers.com</a>, we learn how to draw a picture of a young man. Even though Cheri often draws people in a more cartoon-like style, she shows us that some carefully planned changes and additions to the original line drawing can leave us with a drawing that is a bit more realistic.\r\n\r\nCheri uses a kneaded eraser and a really heavy and dark pencil that shows up better in the video, but she suggests using a lighter pencil. She begins with some proportional guidelines and a line drawing of the face.\r\n\r\nAn important observation about drawing a man is noted when Cheri says, \"Masculine features are often very geometrical, in nature and in art.\" She illustrates this point by initially using shapes with sharp angles and edges.\r\n\r\nAs the drawing progresses, she makes the cartoonish shapes less exaggerated by softening them, giving the drawing a slightly more realistic feel. Also notice the more shading and detail that\'s placed around the muscle and bone, the more real the drawing begins to appear.\r\n\r\nHere\'s the takeaway I get from this video:\r\n\r\nIf your line drawing of a man (or even a woman or child) appears more cartoonish than you want, keep working with it by adding layers of shading and detail.\r\n\r\nI hope you give it a try!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Make a Cartoonish Drawing of a Man\'s Face More Realistic','','inherit','open','open','','1250-revision-v1','','','2015-01-15 19:05:34','2015-01-16 03:05:34','',1250,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1250-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1591,2,'2015-01-15 06:26:52','2015-01-15 14:26:52','<center><iframe src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/FH6zH9_LGD8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>\r\nThis video is a quick sketch of a man with a surprised look on his face. It shows you a few simple fundamentals of how you can sketch a face of a man in a few minutes.\r\n\r\nI like to take my time and not rush when I draw or even sketch. This small experiment was a departure from that. This was my attempt to see how much of a face I could sketch within 5 minutes, so obviously it is only meant to be a quick sketch and not a complete, realistic depiction. Also as you will see, it was a challenge for me to stay within that 5-minute time frame!','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','publish','open','open','','sketch-a-surprised-mans-face-in-mere-minutes','','','2015-07-11 19:45:05','2015-07-12 02:45:05','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=1591',0,'post','',2),(2065,2,'2015-07-11 19:38:49','2015-07-12 02:38:49','This video is a quick sketch of a man with a surprised look on his face. It shows you a few simple fundamentals of how you can sketch a face of a man in a few minutes.\r\n\r\nI like to take my time and not rush when I draw or even sketch. This small experiment was a departure from that. This was my attempt to see how much of a face I could sketch within 5 minutes, so obviously it is only meant to be a quick sketch and not a complete, realistic depiction. Also as you will see, it was a challenge for me to stay within that 5-minute time frame!','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','inherit','open','open','','1591-revision-v1','','','2015-07-11 19:38:49','2015-07-12 02:38:49','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1591-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1592,2,'2015-01-14 20:07:14','2015-01-15 04:07:14','','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','inherit','open','open','','1591-revision-v1','','','2015-01-14 20:07:14','2015-01-15 04:07:14','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1591-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1593,2,'2015-01-14 22:02:04','2015-01-15 06:02:04','<center><iframe src=\"//www.youtube.com/embed/FH6zH9_LGD8?rel=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>This is a video of a quick sketch of a man with a surprised look on his face.','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','inherit','open','open','','1591-revision-v1','','','2015-01-14 22:02:04','2015-01-15 06:02:04','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1591-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1594,2,'2015-01-14 22:42:55','2015-01-15 06:42:55','<center><iframe src=\"//www.youtube.com/embed/FH6zH9_LGD8?rel=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe></center>This is a video of a quick sketch of a man with a surprised look on his face. It shows you a few simple fundamentals of how you can sketch a face of a man in a few minutes.','Sketch a Surprised Man\'s Face in Mere Minutes','','inherit','open','open','','1591-revision-v1','','','2015-01-14 22:42:55','2015-01-15 06:42:55','',1591,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1591-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(2213,2,'2015-08-08 18:39:44','2015-08-09 01:39:44','It is important to remember that teeth are very unique from one person to the next. These unique characteristics of teeth play a large part in shaping a person\'s appearance.\r\n\r\nThis tutorial will show how to draw teeth for a person who is looking directly ahead and smiling. Again, just as individual teeth are unique, individual smiles are also unique. Some smiles, either naturally or purposefully, will show more teeth than others. Some smiles show the top and bottom teeth while other smiles barely reveal any bottom teeth at all.\r\n\r\nThe size generalizations can be applied to almost anyone\'s teeth.','This Childhood Shortcut Will Show You How to Draw Teeth','','inherit','open','open','','2211-revision-v1','','','2015-08-08 18:39:44','2015-08-09 01:39:44','',2211,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/2211-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1605,2,'2015-02-09 21:44:54','2015-02-10 05:44:54','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1635\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears helix and lobule\" width=\"341\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1636\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears antihelix and antitragus\" width=\"333\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1638\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears tragus and concha\" width=\"328\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1639\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears finishing touches\" width=\"330\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','publish','open','open','','listen-up-to-learn-how-to-draw-ears','','','2015-02-09 21:44:54','2015-02-10 05:44:54','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=1605',0,'post','',0),(1606,2,'2015-01-19 18:47:39','2015-01-20 02:47:39','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nLuckily though,\r\n\r\nParts of the ear\r\n\r\nOuter helix\r\n\r\nAntihelix\r\n\r\nEar canal entry\r\n\r\nFinishing up\r\n\r\nAdd as much or as little shading and detail as you like. Add in any piercings, earrings, moles, or other characteristics.','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-01-19 18:47:39','2015-01-20 02:47:39','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1607,2,'2015-01-19 21:53:34','2015-01-20 05:53:34','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears.\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\n***refer to desktop pic and mastery. Without getting too technical....  There are a lot of weird unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. no need to remember them all\r\n\r\nOuter helix\r\n\r\nAntihelix\r\n\r\nEar canal entry\r\n\r\nFinishing up\r\n\r\nAdd as much or as little shading and detail as you like. 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align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"278\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/people-living-in-a-fantasy-world\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2014\\/06\\/20140306_154116-1-1-278x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"278\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1424\\\" \\/><center><b>PEOPLE LIVING IN A FANTASY WORLD<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\",\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1610\\\" align=\\\"alignnone\\\" width=\\\"228\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/drawings-of-models\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/01\\/Camilla-1-228x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"228\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1610\\\" \\/><center><b>DRAWINGS OF MODELS<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\"],[\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1623\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"225\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/facial-features\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2014\\/06\\/Eye1-300x208.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"225\\\" height=\\\"160\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1623\\\" \\/><center><b>FACIAL FEATURES<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\",\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1418\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"225\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/family-drawings\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2013\\/07\\/IMG_0001-2-300x230.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"225\\\" height=\\\"170\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1418\\\" \\/><center><b>FAMILY DRAWINGS<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\"]]','Portrait Galleries','','inherit','open','open','','1084-revision-v1','','','2015-02-01 20:29:38','2015-02-02 04:29:38','',1084,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1084-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1614,2,'2015-01-23 21:10:51','2015-01-24 05:10:51','[[\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_652\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"221\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/portrait-drawings-of-children\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2013\\/06\\/susan2-221x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"221\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-652\\\" \\/><center><b>PORTRAIT DRAWINGS OF CHILDREN<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\",\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_783\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"225\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/drawings-of-well-known-faces\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2013\\/08\\/abe-lincoln-225x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"225\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-783\\\" \\/><center><b>DRAWINGS OF WELL-KNOWN FACES<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\"],[\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1572\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"225\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/realistic-portraits\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/01\\/IMG_0100-225x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"225\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1572\\\" \\/><center><b>REALISTIC PORTRAITS<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\",\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1456\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"208\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/self-portrait-drawings-of-aspiring-artists\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2014\\/05\\/Self-Portrait-resize-208x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"208\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1456\\\" \\/><center><b>SELF-PORTRAIT DRAWINGS OF ASPIRING ARTISTS<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\"],[\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1424\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"278\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/people-living-in-a-fantasy-world\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2014\\/06\\/20140306_154116-1-1-278x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"278\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1424\\\" \\/><center><b>PEOPLE LIVING IN A FANTASY WORLD<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\",\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1610\\\" align=\\\"alignnone\\\" width=\\\"228\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/drawings-of-models\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/01\\/Camilla-1-228x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"228\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1610\\\" \\/><center><b>DRAWINGS OF MODELS<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\"],[\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1265\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"225\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/facial-features\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2014\\/07\\/how-to-draw-lips-realistic-04-300x186.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"225\\\" height=\\\"140\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1265\\\" \\/><center><b>FACIAL FEATURES<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\",\"[caption id=\\\"attachment_1418\\\" align=\\\"aligncenter\\\" width=\\\"225\\\"]<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/family-drawings\\/\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2013\\/07\\/IMG_0001-2-300x230.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"\\\" width=\\\"225\\\" height=\\\"170\\\" class=\\\"size-medium wp-image-1418\\\" \\/><center><b>FAMILY DRAWINGS<\\/b><\\/center><\\/a>[\\/caption]\"]]','Portrait Galleries','','inherit','open','open','','1084-revision-v1','','','2015-01-23 21:10:51','2015-01-24 05:10:51','',1084,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1084-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1618,2,'2015-01-26 20:38:12','2015-01-27 04:38:12','','how to draw ears parts of the ear','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear','','','2015-01-26 20:38:12','2015-01-27 04:38:12','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1615,2,'2015-01-26 20:10:12','2015-01-27 04:10:12','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Without getting too technical (hopefully), there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n\r\n[pic of ear w/ labels helix, antihelix, lobule, concha, tragus, antitragus]\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong> </span>is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong> </span>is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong> </span>is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong> </span>is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it. You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-01-26 20:10:12','2015-01-27 04:10:12','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1616,2,'2015-01-26 20:17:45','2015-01-27 04:17:45','','drawing the ear 06','','inherit','open','open','','drawing-the-ear-06','','','2015-01-26 20:17:45','2015-01-27 04:17:45','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/drawing-the-ear-06.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1617,2,'2015-01-26 20:18:16','2015-01-27 04:18:16','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n\r\n[pic of ear w/ labels helix, antihelix, lobule, concha, tragus, antitragus]\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-01-26 20:18:16','2015-01-27 04:18:16','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1619,2,'2015-01-26 20:38:55','2015-01-27 04:38:55','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-01-26 20:38:55','2015-01-27 04:38:55','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1621,2,'2015-01-28 06:31:45','2015-01-28 14:31:45','<h4>Please complete the form&nbsp;below to get more information about your topic and purchase, including your [ACCESS] email with download instructions for...</h4>\r\n<div class=\"AW-Form-2021750007\"></div>\r\n','Almost Done!','','inherit','open','open','','1399-autosave-v1','','','2015-01-28 06:31:45','2015-01-28 14:31:45','',1399,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1399-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1642,2,'2015-02-09 21:41:17','2015-02-10 05:41:17','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1635 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears helix and lobule\" width=\"545\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1636 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears antihelix and antitragus\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1638 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears tragus and concha\" width=\"524\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1639 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears finishing touches\" width=\"528\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-02-09 21:41:17','2015-02-10 05:41:17','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1643,2,'2015-02-09 21:42:46','2015-02-10 05:42:46','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1635\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears helix and lobule\" width=\"409\" height=\"600\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1636 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears antihelix and antitragus\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1638 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears tragus and concha\" width=\"524\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1639 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears finishing touches\" width=\"528\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-02-09 21:42:46','2015-02-10 05:42:46','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1644,2,'2015-02-09 21:43:10','2015-02-10 05:43:10','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1635\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears helix and lobule\" width=\"341\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1636 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears antihelix and antitragus\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1638 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears tragus and concha\" width=\"524\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1639 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears finishing touches\" width=\"528\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-02-09 21:43:10','2015-02-10 05:43:10','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1645,2,'2015-02-09 21:44:10','2015-02-10 05:44:10','If you are not used to drawing them, ears can be very intimidating. I remember struggling for years to understand all of the ins and outs of the ear and being frustrated that I couldn\'t draw one satisfactorily.\r\n\r\nEars come in all shapes and sizes and are unique to each individual. Luckily though, ears don\'t have to be any more difficult to draw than any other facial feature. Just like the other features of the face, nearly each and every unique ear has the same basic structure. Once you learn this structure and a step-by-step method for drawing the visible outer parts, you should have a much easier time drawing ears. So listen up!\r\n<h3>Parts of the Outer Ear</h3>\r\nThere are a lot of weird, unusual scientific names for the parts of the ear. There really is no need to remember them all. Hopefully without getting too technical, there are a few select parts that I will refer to during this lesson, so it\'s a good idea to at least get familiar with these:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-1618 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-parts-of-the-ear.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears parts of the ear\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>helix</strong></span> is the rim of cartilage that circles around the outer edge of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>Working your way inward from the helix, the next section is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antihelix</strong></span>. This part of the ear almost forms a bended \"y\" shape.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>lobule</strong></span> is the earlobe at the bottom of the ear.</li>\r\n	<li>The area between the antihelix and the ear canal is called the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>concha</strong></span>.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>tragus</strong></span> is the small bump of cartilage adjacent to the ear canal.</li>\r\n	<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>antitragus</strong></span> is the small bump below the antihelix and across from the tragus.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWhen it comes to drawing ears, I generally like to begin with the helix and work my way inward. Being familiar with the structures mentioned above and drawing one part at a time is one method of drawing ears that most people find helpful. Following is a simple step-by-step plan you can try.\r\n<h3>Step 1: Draw the helix and lobule.</h3>\r\nThis is your first chance to capture the first unique characteristics of the ear you are trying to draw...namely its shape and size. As I mentioned earlier, nearly all ears have the same structure but are unique in their own ways. Is the ear you are trying to draw large or small? Narrow or wide? How far does it protrude from the head?\r\n\r\nLook also at the lobule and its unique characteristics. Is it a \"free\" earlobe that hangs loosely and disconnected from the face? Or is it an \"attached\" earlobe that is secured firmly to the head?\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1635\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/how-to-draw-ears-helix-and-lobule.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears helix and lobule\" width=\"341\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 2: Draw the antihelix and antitragus.</h3>\r\nWhen I was still learning how to draw ears many many years ago, I found this y-shaped antihelix to be the most intimidating part. It really doesn\'t have to be that hard, though. Using the helix as your guide, decide how to place and position the top of the \"y\" underneath it. Then gently curve the body of the \"y\" alongside the helix. Draw the little bump at the bottom that will be the antitragus. The hard part is over!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1636\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-antihelix-and-antitragus.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears antihelix and antitragus\" width=\"333\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Step 3: Draw the tragus and concha area.</h3>\r\nNow it gets much easier. Draw the tragus, which is across from the antitragus with a little dip between the two. Look in the concha and ear canal area and indicate any distinct or subtle cartilage protrusions. Make sure you draw the helix curving into this area as well.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1638\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-tragus-and-concha.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears tragus and concha\" width=\"328\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Finishing Up</h3>\r\nLook carefully for other defining characteristics to include in your ear drawing such as piercings, earrings, moles, and surrounding hair. Add as much or as little shading and detail as you like.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1639\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/how-to-draw-ears-finishing-touches.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw ears finishing touches\" width=\"330\" height=\"500\" /></a>\r\n\r\nRemember that this is just one method for drawing ears. There is no one correct way. Find what works for you. Hopefully you find this method helpful if you were once one to get frustrated with drawing ears. Keep at it! You will get better with practice, and drawing ears will turn from frustrating to fun!','Listen Up to Learn How to Draw Ears','','inherit','open','open','','1605-revision-v1','','','2015-02-09 21:44:10','2015-02-10 05:44:10','',1605,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1605-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1646,2,'2015-02-14 22:18:42','2015-02-15 06:18:42','','IMG_4753','\"The Sausage Emporium\" by Lauren','inherit','open','open','','img_4753','','','2015-02-14 22:19:10','2015-02-15 06:19:10','',1060,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_4753.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1647,2,'2015-02-14 22:20:10','2015-02-15 06:20:10','Welcome to our gallery of self-portrait drawings! Here you can view drawings by our contributors and visitors...of themselves!\r\n\r\nSelf-portraits are some of the most intriguing types of artwork around. Often times, we as humans see ourselves or think of ourselves differently from how others perceive us. A self-portrait is exactly what the name implies. It is simply a drawing of one\'s own self.\r\n\r\nA self-portrait drawing forces an artist to create an interpretation of oneself. The artist must take a critical look in the mirror and create an image of what the rest of the world sees. At the same time, the artist finds balance and includes those unique elements and features that define who he or she is as a person.\r\n\r\nCome back to this gallery often to see the faces behind those who create our articles and tutorials, as well as the faces that make up our growing audience!\r\n\r\nIf you have <strong>your own</strong> self-portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery, <a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"1026,1456,1628,1646\"]','Self-Portrait Drawings of Aspiring Artists','','inherit','open','open','','1060-revision-v1','','','2015-02-14 22:20:10','2015-02-15 06:20:10','',1060,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1060-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1648,2,'2015-03-18 02:51:00','2015-03-18 09:51:00','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1675\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square-219x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing square by square\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1678\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing final line drawing\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','publish','open','open','','grid-drawing-for-perfect-faces-and-forms','','','2015-03-11 05:22:47','2015-03-11 12:22:47','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=1648',0,'post','',3),(1649,2,'2015-02-15 13:53:18','2015-02-15 21:53:18','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is grid drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\n* First, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares.\r\n\r\n* On your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n* Now the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n* After working your way square by square, erase your grid lines. Congratulations - you have a completed image! If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying.\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\nGrid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out, or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece.','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-02-15 13:53:18','2015-02-15 21:53:18','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1650,2,'2015-02-15 13:54:40','2015-02-15 21:54:40','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is grid drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\n* First, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares.***+poss overlay grid transparency or on computer\r\n\r\n* On your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n* Now the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n* After working your way square by square, erase your grid lines. Congratulations - you have a completed image! If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying.\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n***Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out, or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece.','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-02-15 13:54:40','2015-02-15 21:54:40','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1651,2,'2015-02-15 17:08:43','2015-02-16 01:08:43','','Scan_20150110_19','\"Brux\'lynn my granddaughter\" by Roxxie','inherit','open','open','','scan_20150110_19','','','2015-02-15 17:09:32','2015-02-16 01:09:32','',489,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Scan_20150110_19.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1652,2,'2015-02-15 17:11:25','2015-02-16 01:11:25','As you develop your people-drawing skills and draw people of all shapes, sizes, and ages, you are certain to notice some differences between drawing adults and drawing children. If you are trying to learn how to draw kids and are experiencing some challenges, maybe these portrait drawings of children can help you.\r\n\r\nWhile browsing through the gallery, take time to closely examine the details in the pictures. Take note of the pencil strokes and how the lines and tones help form the larger eyes, rounder faces, or any other trouble spots you may be encountering while trying to draw kids. Check back often for more wonderful drawings of children by our website contributors and visitors, and use them as your inspiration!\r\n\r\nIf you have <strong>your own</strong> child portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery, <a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"640,642,645,646,647,648,650,651,652,643,641,1431,1432,1433,1651\" orderby=\"rand\"]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Portrait Drawings of Children','','inherit','open','open','','489-revision-v1','','','2015-02-15 17:11:25','2015-02-16 01:11:25','',489,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/489-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1654,2,'2015-02-17 19:39:42','2015-02-18 03:39:42','','doolinboarder','\"Blended Family\" by Jackie Carter','inherit','open','open','','doolinboarder','','','2015-02-17 19:40:03','2015-02-18 03:40:03','',662,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/doolinboarder.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1655,2,'2015-02-17 19:40:41','2015-02-18 03:40:41','Welcome to our gallery of family drawings! Here you can view drawings of family members by our contributors and visitors.\r\n\r\nAs someone who is becoming more skilled at drawing people, you will find family and friends taking an increased interest in your talent. As a professional portrait artist, people who love your artwork will undoubtedly want to become your clients. When family, friends, or other people ask you (or pay you) to draw for them, who do they most often want you to draw?\r\n\r\nThey usually want you to draw a portrait from their personal collection of family photos. They may even ask you to take people from two or more photographs and combine them into one drawing. Your artistic creativity may sometimes be at play too, as when people ask you to include elements not in the original photographs.\r\n\r\nYou will see examples of all of these scenarios within this gallery. Notice the different arrangements of the subjects, features, and how the various elements of the family drawings create pleasing compositions. Happy viewing!\r\n\r\nIf you have <strong>your own</strong> family portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery, <a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"649,644,761,762,763,666,1418,1422,1435,1654\" orderby=\"rand\"]','Family Drawings','','inherit','open','open','','662-revision-v1','','','2015-02-17 19:40:41','2015-02-18 03:40:41','',662,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/662-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1656,2,'2015-02-17 21:03:32','2015-02-18 05:03:32','','441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour','','inherit','open','open','','441px-da_vinci_vitruve_luc_viatour','','','2015-02-17 21:03:32','2015-02-18 05:03:32','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1657,2,'2015-02-17 21:15:15','2015-02-18 05:15:15','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is grid drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\n* First, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image. [PHOTO W/ GRID]\r\n\r\n* On your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later. [DRAWING PAPER W/ GRID]\r\n\r\n* Now the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\" [PAPER W/ PIC IN GRID SQUARE]\r\n\r\n* After working your way square by square, erase your grid lines. Congratulations - you have a completed image! If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-02-17 21:15:15','2015-02-18 05:15:15','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1658,2,'2015-02-19 05:40:04','2015-02-19 13:40:04','','grid drawing reference photo with grid','','inherit','open','open','','grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid','','','2015-02-19 05:40:04','2015-02-19 13:40:04','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1659,2,'2015-02-19 05:48:34','2015-02-19 13:48:34','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is grid drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\n* First, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n* On your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later. [DRAWING PAPER W/ GRID]\r\n\r\n* Now the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\" [PAPER W/ PIC IN GRID SQUARE]\r\n\r\n* After working your way square by square, erase your grid lines. Congratulations - you have a completed image! If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-02-19 05:48:34','2015-02-19 13:48:34','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1660,2,'2015-02-19 05:59:01','2015-02-19 13:59:01','','grid drawing paper with grid','','inherit','open','open','','grid-drawing-paper-with-grid','','','2015-02-19 05:59:01','2015-02-19 13:59:01','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1661,2,'2015-02-19 05:59:52','2015-02-19 13:59:52','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is grid drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\n* First, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n* On your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1660\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n* Now the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\" [PAPER W/ PIC IN GRID SQUARE]\r\n\r\n* After working your way square by square, erase your grid lines. Congratulations - you have a completed image! If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-02-19 05:59:52','2015-02-19 13:59:52','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1663,2,'2015-02-28 18:16:05','2015-03-01 02:16:05','','1545222_715959518435280_2012331366_n','\"Selfie\" by Paul Godfrey','inherit','open','open','','1545222_715959518435280_2012331366_n','','','2015-02-28 18:16:29','2015-03-01 02:16:29','',1060,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/1545222_715959518435280_2012331366_n.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1664,2,'2015-02-28 18:17:17','2015-03-01 02:17:17','Welcome to our gallery of self-portrait drawings! Here you can view drawings by our contributors and visitors...of themselves!\r\n\r\nSelf-portraits are some of the most intriguing types of artwork around. Often times, we as humans see ourselves or think of ourselves differently from how others perceive us. A self-portrait is exactly what the name implies. It is simply a drawing of one\'s own self.\r\n\r\nA self-portrait drawing forces an artist to create an interpretation of oneself. The artist must take a critical look in the mirror and create an image of what the rest of the world sees. At the same time, the artist finds balance and includes those unique elements and features that define who he or she is as a person.\r\n\r\nCome back to this gallery often to see the faces behind those who create our articles and tutorials, as well as the faces that make up our growing audience!\r\n\r\nIf you have <strong>your own</strong> self-portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery, <a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"1026,1456,1628,1646,1663\"]','Self-Portrait Drawings of Aspiring Artists','','inherit','open','open','','1060-revision-v1','','','2015-02-28 18:17:17','2015-03-01 02:17:17','',1060,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1060-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1665,2,'2015-03-02 18:47:57','2015-03-03 02:47:57','','Scan_20150110_18','\"My son\" by Roxxie','inherit','open','open','','scan_20150110_18','','','2015-03-02 18:48:14','2015-03-03 02:48:14','',662,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Scan_20150110_18.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1666,2,'2015-03-02 18:48:31','2015-03-03 02:48:31','Welcome to our gallery of family drawings! Here you can view drawings of family members by our contributors and visitors.\r\n\r\nAs someone who is becoming more skilled at drawing people, you will find family and friends taking an increased interest in your talent. As a professional portrait artist, people who love your artwork will undoubtedly want to become your clients. When family, friends, or other people ask you (or pay you) to draw for them, who do they most often want you to draw?\r\n\r\nThey usually want you to draw a portrait from their personal collection of family photos. They may even ask you to take people from two or more photographs and combine them into one drawing. Your artistic creativity may sometimes be at play too, as when people ask you to include elements not in the original photographs.\r\n\r\nYou will see examples of all of these scenarios within this gallery. Notice the different arrangements of the subjects, features, and how the various elements of the family drawings create pleasing compositions. Happy viewing!\r\n\r\nIf you have <strong>your own</strong> family portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery, <a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"649,644,761,762,763,666,1418,1422,1435,1654,1665\" orderby=\"rand\"]','Family Drawings','','inherit','open','open','','662-revision-v1','','','2015-03-02 18:48:31','2015-03-03 02:48:31','',662,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/662-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1667,2,'2015-03-04 20:24:41','2015-03-05 04:24:41','','Draco 2-2015-1','\"Draconis my grandson\" by Roxxie','inherit','open','open','','draco-2-2015-1','','','2015-03-04 20:25:32','2015-03-05 04:25:32','',489,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Draco-2-2015-1.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1668,2,'2015-03-04 20:26:13','2015-03-05 04:26:13','As you develop your people-drawing skills and draw people of all shapes, sizes, and ages, you are certain to notice some differences between drawing adults and drawing children. If you are trying to learn how to draw kids and are experiencing some challenges, maybe these portrait drawings of children can help you.\r\n\r\nWhile browsing through the gallery, take time to closely examine the details in the pictures. Take note of the pencil strokes and how the lines and tones help form the larger eyes, rounder faces, or any other trouble spots you may be encountering while trying to draw kids. Check back often for more wonderful drawings of children by our website contributors and visitors, and use them as your inspiration!\r\n\r\nIf you have <strong>your own</strong> child portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery, <a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"640,642,645,646,647,648,650,651,652,643,641,1431,1432,1433,1651,1667\" orderby=\"rand\"]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Portrait Drawings of Children','','inherit','open','open','','489-revision-v1','','','2015-03-04 20:26:13','2015-03-05 04:26:13','',489,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/489-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1670,2,'2015-03-09 05:30:58','2015-03-09 12:30:58','','grid drawing with a light box','','inherit','open','open','','grid-drawing-with-a-light-box','','','2015-03-09 05:30:58','2015-03-09 12:30:58','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1671,2,'2015-03-09 05:32:12','2015-03-09 12:32:12','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1660\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\" [PAPER W/ PIC IN GRID SQUARE]\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 05:32:12','2015-03-09 12:32:12','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1672,2,'2015-03-09 05:33:34','2015-03-09 12:33:34','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"573\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"577\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\" [PAPER W/ PIC IN GRID SQUARE]\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 05:33:34','2015-03-09 12:33:34','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1673,2,'2015-03-09 05:34:20','2015-03-09 12:34:20','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\" [PAPER W/ PIC IN GRID SQUARE]\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 05:34:20','2015-03-09 12:34:20','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1675,2,'2015-03-09 05:59:11','2015-03-09 12:59:11','','grid drawing square by square','','inherit','open','open','','grid-drawing-square-by-square','','','2015-03-09 05:59:11','2015-03-09 12:59:11','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1676,2,'2015-03-09 05:59:25','2015-03-09 12:59:25','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1675\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square-219x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing square by square\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 05:59:25','2015-03-09 12:59:25','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1677,2,'2015-03-09 06:00:27','2015-03-09 13:00:27','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1675\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square-219x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing square by square\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>After working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying. [FINISHED DRAWING]\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 06:00:27','2015-03-09 13:00:27','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1678,2,'2015-03-09 17:51:27','2015-03-10 00:51:27','','grid drawing final line drawing','<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/category/techniques/\">TECHNIQUES</a>','inherit','open','open','','grid-drawing-final-line-drawing','','','2017-10-07 21:59:55','2017-10-08 04:59:55','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1679,2,'2015-03-09 17:53:31','2015-03-10 00:53:31','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1675\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square-219x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing square by square\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>After working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1678\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing final line drawing\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 17:53:31','2015-03-10 00:53:31','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1680,2,'2015-03-09 17:54:46','2015-03-10 00:54:46','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1675\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square-219x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing square by square\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1678\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing final line drawing\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 17:54:46','2015-03-10 00:54:46','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1681,2,'2015-03-09 17:56:40','2015-03-10 00:56:40','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1675\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square-219x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing square by square\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1678\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing final line drawing\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a <a title=\"Artograph ART-O-GRAPH Lightracer Light Tracer Elite II\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/artograph-art-o-graph-lightracer-light-tracer-elite-ii/\">light box.</a> Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 17:56:40','2015-03-10 00:56:40','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1682,2,'2015-03-09 17:59:04','2015-03-10 00:59:04','Though often considered a beginner\'s tool, grid drawing is used by new and experienced artists alike.\r\n\r\nDrawing faces and the human form is one of the most difficult tasks an artist faces, which is why so many despair at the thought and stick to landscapes or still lifes. Drawing people takes practice and dedication, as well as an arsenal of tricks - one of which is drawing on a grid.\r\n<h3>What is Grid Drawing?</h3>\r\nThis is a method of defining proportion. By drawing on a grid, the artist keeps proportion of the head, body, limbs, and extremities. The head stays aligned with the shoulders, the neck is the right length and width to support it, and so on.\r\n<h3>Copying Using a Grid</h3>\r\nI drew for many years before I even heard about the concept of grid drawing. Once I began drawing <em>with</em> a grid, I felt it helped me to better develop the way I perceive things spatially during those times I drew <em>without</em> a grid.\r\n\r\nIf you\'d like to try grid drawing out for yourself, here are some simple beginning steps:\r\n\r\nFirst, use a ruler and pencil to create a grid over the original image. Perhaps it is a photograph or a picture in a magazine. Make your grid in a comfortable measurement, like a centimeter, a half an inch, or one inch squares. If you don\'t want to or are unable to draw a grid directly on the photograph, you can make a transparent overlay. Better yet, make a grid on the computer over a digital image.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1658 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-reference-photo-with-grid-215x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing reference photo with grid\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOn your drawing paper, create an equal grid. To keep your drawing the same scale as the reference photograph, the ratio absolutely must be 1:1. That means if you used an inch on your photograph, use an inch on the drawing paper. Use a light hand when drawing the lines, so they can be erased later.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1660 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/grid-drawing-paper-with-grid-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing paper with grid\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nNow the drawing can begin. Square by square, begin copying the master image to your drawing paper. This smaller area of focus keeps the process from being overwhelming. After all, you are not copying a whole face; you are copying merely one square inch of it. It\'s like the old adage \"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1675\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-square-by-square-219x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing square by square\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter working your way square by square, congratulations - you have a completed image! At this point, you will need to carefully erase your lightly-drawn grid lines. If you like, you may try your hand at shading or enhancing; that is, once you are comfortable with the act of copying.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1678\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-final-line-drawing-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing final line drawing\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Disadvantages to Using a Grid on Your Drawing Paper</h3>\r\nThe above method requires you to draw a grid onto your drawing paper. I used this method for many years with terrific results, but it does have some distinct disadvantages.\r\n\r\nFirst of all, you have to take extreme care to measure precisely when drawing your grid lines. They also need to be perfectly straight, parallel, and perpendicular to each other. If your lines are off, your drawing will be off too.\r\n\r\nSecondly, once you take all that time to draw a face that\'s just the way you want it, you have to go back and erase the grid lines. Even if you drew your grid lines lightly, there\'s a chance that some of the grid lines will still be seen after you erase. What\'s worse is you can accidentally erase small lines and details that are important parts of your final drawing.\r\n<h3>Alternate Method (Much Easier)</h3>\r\nThere is a method of grid drawing that is much easier than placing a grid directly onto your drawing paper. I use this method whenever I can now. Here it goes...\r\n\r\nFirst, create a custom grid with the proper measurements for your project on your computer. You can easily accomplish this with the table function on Microsoft Word, for example. Once you have the grid created, print it out.\r\n\r\nThen tape this grid onto a light box. Tape your drawing paper on top of the grid paper. Turn your light box on. You will be able to easily see the grid squares showing through the drawing paper.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1670 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/grid-drawing-with-a-light-box.jpg\" alt=\"grid drawing with a light box\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw your picture, one grid square at a time. When you are finished, simply cut the light box off. Presto....you have a perfect drawing and no grid lines to erase!\r\n<h3>Advanced Grid Drawing</h3>\r\nOnce you\'ve conquered the face, you can use this same technique to draw other parts of the human figure. Draw the neck and shoulders, torso and arms, or even a full-length view of the body.\r\n\r\nYou may also feel comfortable changing the size of your drawing, all the while keeping the same ratio. Let\'s say your original photograph is 5\" x 7\", and you want to create a 10\" x 14\" drawing. Just use the same aspect ratio. Create a grid on your original of so many squares, each of, say, one inch. Then on your larger drawing paper, use an equal number of squares, measuring double the size - 2 inches.\r\n\r\nBy keeping the ratio consistent, the drawing remains the same, only the size changes. Math and art - what a combination!\r\n<h3>You Are In Good Company</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1656\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"441px-Da_Vinci_Vitruve_Luc_Viatour\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a>Grid drawing is a very old, very powerful tool for accurate drawing, employed by the likes of Leonardo DaVinci and Johannes Vermeer. DaVinci\'s Vitruvian Man is a classic example of using a mathematical formula to draw the human form with great accuracy. So don\'t feel that it\'s an amateur\'s cop-out or cheating, just because it seems so simple. Sometimes it\'s the simplest methods that produce the greatest results. Get started today and create your own masterpiece!','Grid Drawing For Perfect Faces And Forms','','inherit','open','open','','1648-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 17:59:04','2015-03-10 00:59:04','',1648,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1648-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1683,2,'2015-03-09 20:48:24','2015-03-10 03:48:24','','ritratto','\"my mum\" by simona de leo','inherit','open','open','','ritratto','','','2015-03-09 20:50:34','2015-03-10 03:50:34','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/ritratto.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1684,2,'2015-03-09 20:48:49','2015-03-10 03:48:49','<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Welcome to the gallery of realistic portraits!</span></p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">It’s always fun and fascinating to view the results of a skilled artist completing a drawing of a person that looks very real. </span></p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Even if you don’t watch how the artist goes through each step of the process to reach the final outcome, there is so much you can gain just by carefully looking at artwork like this.</span></p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Realistic portraits can serve as a model to help guide and improve your own work. Closely examine individual facial features and other aspects of these drawings, and you can more easily identify your strengths and weaknesses. More importantly, you have an example for how to improve upon your weaknesses!</span></p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">If you have<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><strong><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\';\">your own</span></strong> realistic portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery,<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.</span></p>\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"902,1572,1573,1574,1575,1683\" orderby=\"rand\"]','Realistic Portraits','','inherit','open','open','','1571-autosave-v1','','','2015-03-09 20:48:49','2015-03-10 03:48:49','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1571-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1685,2,'2015-03-09 20:49:10','2015-03-10 03:49:10','<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Welcome to the gallery of realistic portraits!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">It’s always fun and fascinating to view the results of a skilled artist completing a drawing of a person that looks very real. </span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Even if you don’t watch how the artist goes through each step of the process to reach the final outcome, there is so much you can gain just by carefully looking at artwork like this.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">Realistic portraits can serve as a model to help guide and improve your own work. Closely examine individual facial features and other aspects of these drawings, and you can more easily identify your strengths and weaknesses. More importantly, you have an example for how to improve upon your weaknesses!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\'; color: #333333;\">If you have<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><strong><span style=\"font-family: \'Georgia\',\'serif\';\">your own</span></strong> realistic portrait drawing that you want others to view in this gallery,<span class=\"apple-converted-space\"> </span><a title=\"Share Your Work in a Portrait Gallery!\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/share-your-work/\">see how to share it with us</a>.</span></p>\r\n[gallery link=\"file\" ids=\"902,1572,1573,1574,1575,1683\" orderby=\"rand\"]','Realistic Portraits','','inherit','open','open','','1571-revision-v1','','','2015-03-09 20:49:10','2015-03-10 03:49:10','',1571,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1571-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1887,2,'2015-05-08 01:32:58','2015-05-08 08:32:58','','20150503_173431','\"Alex, my grandson\" by Joyce Crowder','inherit','open','open','','20150503_173431','','','2015-05-08 01:33:42','2015-05-08 08:33:42','',489,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/20150503_173431.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1687,2,'2015-03-21 02:24:07','2015-03-21 09:24:07','When you are just learning how to draw people, being able to draw a motionless, standing figure can be hard enough. But what if you wanted to draw a full-length figure in motion? What if you wanted to draw someone who is running?\r\n\r\nEven if you have learned the <a title=\"Keeping it Simple: The Straight Forward Step-By-Step Guide to Drawing the Body\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/keeping-it-simple-the-straight-forward-step-by-step-guide-to-drawing-the-body/\">basic proportions for drawing a standing person</a>, there are a few changes to consider when drawing a person running. The limbs are in constant motion and opposing positions. Not only that, but we also have to remember that arms and legs will appear different when they are closer to us or farther away from us.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, you will see how to draw a man running. Even though running is very different from standing, you will see that drawing a man running is not drastically different from drawing a man standing still. Just a few simple tweaks and you will be on your way. So with that said, let\'s get started!\r\n<h3>Sketch a Basic Outline</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-1694 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running outline\" width=\"322\" height=\"800\" /></a>The first step is to draw a rough outline of the running man. Keep standard proportions in mind for the head and torso. You can even sketch in some guidelines to draw the face later.\r\n\r\nNow as for the arms and legs, the limbs are alternating. You see in this example that the runner\'s left arm and right leg are out, while the right arm and left leg are to the rear. Here is where things might get a little confusing. You will need to foreshorten the arms and legs. This will cause them to appear distorted and out of proportion with each other. However, this is necessary to create an illusion of depth.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Arms</h4>\r\nThe right upper arm appears very short compared to the forearm. Since the elbow is so far back, it is hard to appreciate the full length of the upper arm from this angle.\r\n\r\nThere is some foreshortening with the left arm too, as it is in the foreground. For this reason, the arm may appear shorter than it should compared to the torso.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Legs</h4>\r\nThe runner\'s right leg is extended. Since the upper thigh is farther back, it should seem slightly shorter than usual compared to the lower leg. Draw the sole of the shoe to indicate the runner\'s foot getting ready to meet the pavement again.\r\n\r\nThe left knee in the background is drawn much lower than the raised right knee in the front. The left lower leg should be barely visible since it is pointing to the area behind the runner. As for the running man\'s left foot, this time we will see the top of the shoe.\r\n<h3>Draw the Head</h3>\r\nDraw in some details for the man\'s face, head, and neck. Since he is running, you might want to draw loose hair with strands scattered in different directions, tired-looking eyes and eyebrows, and an open mouth that is catching a breath of air.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-head.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1692\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-head.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running head\" width=\"800\" height=\"636\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Draw the Torso</h3>\r\nNext it is time to draw the man\'s shirt. Keep in mind how the man\'s torso twists and turns as his arms move. This will help you to place the folds of the shirt\'s fabric. For example, since the right shoulder is twisting back and pulling the shirt from below, there are folds flowing up from the man\'s bottom left toward the upper right. Plan to draw <a title=\"Picture Perfect Clothing – A Beginner’s Guide to Sketching Clothes\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/picture-perfect-clothing-a-beginners-guide-to-sketching-clothes/\">spiral folds and other basic fold types</a> for a realistic rendering of the shirt.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-torso.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1691\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-torso.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running torso\" width=\"800\" height=\"693\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Draw the Arms and Hands</h3>\r\nFinish drawing the sleeves of the shirt. Then move on to drawing the arms, adding a little muscle definition. Next, sketch in the fingers and complete the hands. People do all kinds of things with their hands while running. Sometimes they keep the hands loose while other times the hands are clenched fists. Draw them in a way that is easy for you. The man running in this picture also has a watch to time himself.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-arms.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1690\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-arms.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running arms\" width=\"800\" height=\"714\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Draw the Legs and Shoes</h3>\r\nComplete the man\'s running shorts, with fabric folds coming from the inner legs moving back and forth. Add some definition to the thighs and right knee. Also draw in some lines to detail a lean shin. Afterward, draw in some details to indicate the sole of the right shoe and the top of the man\'s left shoe.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-legs.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1689\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-legs.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running legs\" width=\"584\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Finishing Touches</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1693\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running\" width=\"313\" height=\"800\" /></a>If you haven\'t been doing so up to this point, it is a good idea to take a step back and look at your drawing. Mostly look at the proportions and foreshortening that might have looked distorted after your initial basic outline. Sometimes, a drawing that has foreshortening will look less distorted after more details are added.\r\n\r\nErase any unwanted guidelines in the face or other parts of the figure. Add in as much shading and extra details as you want. A simple yet cool effect to enhance the appearance of running is to place a little shadow under the foot, showing it is off the ground.\r\n\r\nAnd that is how to draw a man running! Besides the foreshortening of the arms and legs, you can see that it is not much different from drawing a man who is standing. The next time you want to draw a man running, I hope you take the tips from this tutorial and \"run\" with them!','How to Draw a Man Running','','publish','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running','','http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/keeping-it-simple-the-straight-forward-step-by-step-guide-to-drawing-the-body/\nhttp://www.letsdrawpeople.com/picture-perfect-clothing-a-beginners-guide-to-sketching-clothes/','2015-07-19 20:19:33','2015-07-20 03:19:33','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?p=1687',0,'post','',2),(1688,2,'2015-03-10 19:24:05','2015-03-11 02:24:05','When you are just learning how to draw people, being able to draw a motionless, standing figure can be hard enough. But what if you wanted to draw a full-length figure in motion? What if you wanted to draw someone who is running?\r\n\r\nEven if you have learned the <a title=\"Keeping it Simple: The Straight Forward Step-By-Step Guide to Drawing the Body\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/keeping-it-simple-the-straight-forward-step-by-step-guide-to-drawing-the-body/\">basic proportions for drawing a standing person</a>, there are a few changes to consider when drawing a person running. The limbs are in constant motion and opposing positions. Not only that, but we also have to remember that arms and legs will appear different when they are closer to us or farther away from us.\r\n\r\nIn this short tutorial, you will see how to draw a man running. Even though running is very different from standing, you will see that drawing a man running is not drastically different from drawing a man standing still. Just a few simple tweaks and you will be on your way. So with that said, let\'s get started!\r\n\r\nSketch a Basic Outline\r\n\r\nThe first step is to draw a rough outline of the running man. Keep standard proportions in mind for the head and torso. You can even sketch in some guidelines to draw the face later.\r\n\r\nNow as for the arms and legs, the limbs are alternating. You see in this example that the runner\'s left arm and right leg are out, while the right arm and left leg are to the rear. Here is where things might get a little confusing. You will need to foreshorten the arms and legs. This will cause them to appear distorted and out of proportion with each other. However, this is necessary to create an illusion of depth.\r\n\r\nForeshortening the Arms\r\n\r\nThe right upper arm appears very short compared to the forearm. Since the elbow is so far back, it is hard to appreciate the full length of the upper arm from this angle.\r\n\r\nThere is some foreshortening with the left arm too, as it is in the foreground. For this reason, the arm may appear shorter than it should compared to the torso.\r\n\r\nForeshortening the Legs\r\n\r\nThe runner\'s right leg is extended. Since the upper thigh is farther back, it should seem slightly shorter than usual compared to the lower leg. Draw the sole of the shoe to indicate the runner\'s foot getting ready to meet the pavement again.\r\n\r\nThe left knee in the background is drawn much lower than the raised right knee in the front. The left lower leg should be barely visible since it is pointing to the area behind the runner. As for the running man\'s left foot, this time we will see the top of the shoe.\r\n\r\nDraw the Head\r\n\r\nDraw in some details for the man\'s face, head, and neck. Since he is running, you might want to draw loose hair with strands scattered in different directions, tired-looking eyes and eyebrows, and an open mouth that is catching a breath of air.\r\n\r\nDraw the Torso\r\n\r\nNext it is time to draw the man\'s shirt. Keep in mind how the man\'s torso twists and turns as his arms move. This will help you to place the folds of the shirt\'s fabric. For example, since the right shoulder is twisting back and pulling the shirt from below, there are folds flowing up from the man\'s bottom left toward the upper right. Plan to draw <a title=\"Picture Perfect Clothing – A Beginner’s Guide to Sketching Clothes\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/picture-perfect-clothing-a-beginners-guide-to-sketching-clothes/\">spiral folds and other basic fold types</a> for a realistic rendering of the shirt.\r\n\r\nDraw the Arms and Hands\r\n\r\nFinish drawing the sleeves of the shirt. Then move on to drawing the arms, adding a little muscle definition. Next, sketch in the fingers and complete the hands. People do all kinds of things with their hands while running. Sometimes they keep the hands loose while other times the hands are clenched fists. Draw them in a way that is easy for you. The man running in this picture also has a watch to time himself.\r\n\r\nDraw the Legs and Shoes\r\n\r\nComplete the man\'s running shorts, with fabric folds coming from the inner legs moving back and forth. Add some definition to the thighs and right knee. Also draw in some lines to detail a lean shin. Afterward, draw in some details to indicate the sole of the right shoe and the top of the man\'s left shoe.\r\n\r\nFinishing Touches\r\n\r\nIf you haven\'t been doing so up to this point, it is a good idea to take a step back and look at your drawing. Mostly look at the proportions and foreshortening that might have looked distorted after your initial basic outline. Sometimes, a drawing that has foreshortening will look less distorted after more details are added.\r\n\r\nErase any unwanted guidelines in the face or other parts of the figure. Add in as much shading and extra details as you want. A simple yet cool effect to enhance the appearance of running is to place a little shadow under the foot, showing it is off the ground.\r\n\r\nThat is how to draw a man running. Besides the foreshortening of the arms and legs, you can see that it is not much different from drawing a man who is standing. The next time you want to draw a man running, I hope you take the tips from this tutorial and \"run\" with them!','How to Draw a Man Running','','inherit','open','open','','1687-revision-v1','','','2015-03-10 19:24:05','2015-03-11 02:24:05','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1687-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1689,2,'2015-03-10 19:38:25','2015-03-11 02:38:25','','how to draw a man running legs','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running-legs','','','2015-03-10 19:38:25','2015-03-11 02:38:25','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-legs.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1690,2,'2015-03-10 19:38:26','2015-03-11 02:38:26','','how to draw a man running arms','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running-arms','','','2015-03-10 19:38:26','2015-03-11 02:38:26','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-arms.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1691,2,'2015-03-10 19:38:28','2015-03-11 02:38:28','','how to draw a man running torso','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running-torso','','','2015-03-10 19:38:28','2015-03-11 02:38:28','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-torso.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1692,2,'2015-03-10 19:38:29','2015-03-11 02:38:29','','how to draw a man running head','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running-head','','','2015-03-10 19:38:29','2015-03-11 02:38:29','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-head.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1693,2,'2015-03-10 19:38:31','2015-03-11 02:38:31','','how to draw a man running','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running','','','2015-03-10 19:38:31','2015-03-11 02:38:31','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1694,2,'2015-03-10 19:38:32','2015-03-11 02:38:32','','how to draw a man running outline','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline','','','2015-03-10 19:38:32','2015-03-11 02:38:32','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1695,2,'2015-03-10 19:39:28','2015-03-11 02:39:28','When you are just learning how to draw people, being able to draw a motionless, standing figure can be hard enough. But what if you wanted to draw a full-length figure in motion? What if you wanted to draw someone who is running?\r\n\r\nEven if you have learned the <a title=\"Keeping it Simple: The Straight Forward Step-By-Step Guide to Drawing the Body\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/keeping-it-simple-the-straight-forward-step-by-step-guide-to-drawing-the-body/\">basic proportions for drawing a standing person</a>, there are a few changes to consider when drawing a person running. The limbs are in constant motion and opposing positions. Not only that, but we also have to remember that arms and legs will appear different when they are closer to us or farther away from us.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, you will see how to draw a man running. Even though running is very different from standing, you will see that drawing a man running is not drastically different from drawing a man standing still. Just a few simple tweaks and you will be on your way. So with that said, let\'s get started!\r\n<h3>Sketch a Basic Outline</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1694\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline-121x300.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running outline\" width=\"121\" height=\"300\" /></a>The first step is to draw a rough outline of the running man. Keep standard proportions in mind for the head and torso. You can even sketch in some guidelines to draw the face later.\r\n\r\nNow as for the arms and legs, the limbs are alternating. You see in this example that the runner\'s left arm and right leg are out, while the right arm and left leg are to the rear. Here is where things might get a little confusing. You will need to foreshorten the arms and legs. This will cause them to appear distorted and out of proportion with each other. However, this is necessary to create an illusion of depth.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Arms</h4>\r\nThe right upper arm appears very short compared to the forearm. Since the elbow is so far back, it is hard to appreciate the full length of the upper arm from this angle.\r\n\r\nThere is some foreshortening with the left arm too, as it is in the foreground. For this reason, the arm may appear shorter than it should compared to the torso.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Legs</h4>\r\nThe runner\'s right leg is extended. Since the upper thigh is farther back, it should seem slightly shorter than usual compared to the lower leg. Draw the sole of the shoe to indicate the runner\'s foot getting ready to meet the pavement again.\r\n\r\nThe left knee in the background is drawn much lower than the raised right knee in the front. The left lower leg should be barely visible since it is pointing to the area behind the runner. As for the running man\'s left foot, this time we will see the top of the shoe.\r\n<h3>Draw the Head</h3>\r\nDraw in some details for the man\'s face, head, and neck. Since he is running, you might want to draw loose hair with strands scattered in different directions, tired-looking eyes and eyebrows, and an open mouth that is catching a breath of air.\r\n<h3>Draw the Torso</h3>\r\nNext it is time to draw the man\'s shirt. Keep in mind how the man\'s torso twists and turns as his arms move. This will help you to place the folds of the shirt\'s fabric. For example, since the right shoulder is twisting back and pulling the shirt from below, there are folds flowing up from the man\'s bottom left toward the upper right. Plan to draw <a title=\"Picture Perfect Clothing – A Beginner’s Guide to Sketching Clothes\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/picture-perfect-clothing-a-beginners-guide-to-sketching-clothes/\">spiral folds and other basic fold types</a> for a realistic rendering of the shirt.\r\n<h3>Draw the Arms and Hands</h3>\r\nFinish drawing the sleeves of the shirt. Then move on to drawing the arms, adding a little muscle definition. Next, sketch in the fingers and complete the hands. People do all kinds of things with their hands while running. Sometimes they keep the hands loose while other times the hands are clenched fists. Draw them in a way that is easy for you. The man running in this picture also has a watch to time himself.\r\n<h3>Draw the Legs and Shoes</h3>\r\nComplete the man\'s running shorts, with fabric folds coming from the inner legs moving back and forth. Add some definition to the thighs and right knee. Also draw in some lines to detail a lean shin. Afterward, draw in some details to indicate the sole of the right shoe and the top of the man\'s left shoe.\r\n<h3>Finishing Touches</h3>\r\nIf you haven\'t been doing so up to this point, it is a good idea to take a step back and look at your drawing. Mostly look at the proportions and foreshortening that might have looked distorted after your initial basic outline. Sometimes, a drawing that has foreshortening will look less distorted after more details are added.\r\n\r\nErase any unwanted guidelines in the face or other parts of the figure. Add in as much shading and extra details as you want. A simple yet cool effect to enhance the appearance of running is to place a little shadow under the foot, showing it is off the ground.\r\n\r\nAnd that is how to draw a man running! Besides the foreshortening of the arms and legs, you can see that it is not much different from drawing a man who is standing. The next time you want to draw a man running, I hope you take the tips from this tutorial and \"run\" with them!','How to Draw a Man Running','','inherit','open','open','','1687-revision-v1','','','2015-03-10 19:39:28','2015-03-11 02:39:28','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1687-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1696,2,'2015-03-10 19:40:12','2015-03-11 02:40:12','When you are just learning how to draw people, being able to draw a motionless, standing figure can be hard enough. But what if you wanted to draw a full-length figure in motion? What if you wanted to draw someone who is running?\r\n\r\nEven if you have learned the <a title=\"Keeping it Simple: The Straight Forward Step-By-Step Guide to Drawing the Body\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/keeping-it-simple-the-straight-forward-step-by-step-guide-to-drawing-the-body/\">basic proportions for drawing a standing person</a>, there are a few changes to consider when drawing a person running. The limbs are in constant motion and opposing positions. Not only that, but we also have to remember that arms and legs will appear different when they are closer to us or farther away from us.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, you will see how to draw a man running. Even though running is very different from standing, you will see that drawing a man running is not drastically different from drawing a man standing still. Just a few simple tweaks and you will be on your way. So with that said, let\'s get started!\r\n<h3>Sketch a Basic Outline</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-1694 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running outline\" width=\"322\" height=\"800\" /></a>The first step is to draw a rough outline of the running man. Keep standard proportions in mind for the head and torso. You can even sketch in some guidelines to draw the face later.\r\n\r\nNow as for the arms and legs, the limbs are alternating. You see in this example that the runner\'s left arm and right leg are out, while the right arm and left leg are to the rear. Here is where things might get a little confusing. You will need to foreshorten the arms and legs. This will cause them to appear distorted and out of proportion with each other. However, this is necessary to create an illusion of depth.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Arms</h4>\r\nThe right upper arm appears very short compared to the forearm. Since the elbow is so far back, it is hard to appreciate the full length of the upper arm from this angle.\r\n\r\nThere is some foreshortening with the left arm too, as it is in the foreground. For this reason, the arm may appear shorter than it should compared to the torso.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Legs</h4>\r\nThe runner\'s right leg is extended. Since the upper thigh is farther back, it should seem slightly shorter than usual compared to the lower leg. Draw the sole of the shoe to indicate the runner\'s foot getting ready to meet the pavement again.\r\n\r\nThe left knee in the background is drawn much lower than the raised right knee in the front. The left lower leg should be barely visible since it is pointing to the area behind the runner. As for the running man\'s left foot, this time we will see the top of the shoe.\r\n<h3>Draw the Head</h3>\r\nDraw in some details for the man\'s face, head, and neck. Since he is running, you might want to draw loose hair with strands scattered in different directions, tired-looking eyes and eyebrows, and an open mouth that is catching a breath of air.\r\n<h3>Draw the Torso</h3>\r\nNext it is time to draw the man\'s shirt. Keep in mind how the man\'s torso twists and turns as his arms move. This will help you to place the folds of the shirt\'s fabric. For example, since the right shoulder is twisting back and pulling the shirt from below, there are folds flowing up from the man\'s bottom left toward the upper right. Plan to draw <a title=\"Picture Perfect Clothing – A Beginner’s Guide to Sketching Clothes\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/picture-perfect-clothing-a-beginners-guide-to-sketching-clothes/\">spiral folds and other basic fold types</a> for a realistic rendering of the shirt.\r\n<h3>Draw the Arms and Hands</h3>\r\nFinish drawing the sleeves of the shirt. Then move on to drawing the arms, adding a little muscle definition. Next, sketch in the fingers and complete the hands. People do all kinds of things with their hands while running. Sometimes they keep the hands loose while other times the hands are clenched fists. Draw them in a way that is easy for you. The man running in this picture also has a watch to time himself.\r\n<h3>Draw the Legs and Shoes</h3>\r\nComplete the man\'s running shorts, with fabric folds coming from the inner legs moving back and forth. Add some definition to the thighs and right knee. Also draw in some lines to detail a lean shin. Afterward, draw in some details to indicate the sole of the right shoe and the top of the man\'s left shoe.\r\n<h3>Finishing Touches</h3>\r\nIf you haven\'t been doing so up to this point, it is a good idea to take a step back and look at your drawing. Mostly look at the proportions and foreshortening that might have looked distorted after your initial basic outline. Sometimes, a drawing that has foreshortening will look less distorted after more details are added.\r\n\r\nErase any unwanted guidelines in the face or other parts of the figure. Add in as much shading and extra details as you want. A simple yet cool effect to enhance the appearance of running is to place a little shadow under the foot, showing it is off the ground.\r\n\r\nAnd that is how to draw a man running! Besides the foreshortening of the arms and legs, you can see that it is not much different from drawing a man who is standing. The next time you want to draw a man running, I hope you take the tips from this tutorial and \"run\" with them!','How to Draw a Man Running','','inherit','open','open','','1687-revision-v1','','','2015-03-10 19:40:12','2015-03-11 02:40:12','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1687-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1697,2,'2015-03-10 19:41:10','2015-03-11 02:41:10','When you are just learning how to draw people, being able to draw a motionless, standing figure can be hard enough. But what if you wanted to draw a full-length figure in motion? What if you wanted to draw someone who is running?\r\n\r\nEven if you have learned the <a title=\"Keeping it Simple: The Straight Forward Step-By-Step Guide to Drawing the Body\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/keeping-it-simple-the-straight-forward-step-by-step-guide-to-drawing-the-body/\">basic proportions for drawing a standing person</a>, there are a few changes to consider when drawing a person running. The limbs are in constant motion and opposing positions. Not only that, but we also have to remember that arms and legs will appear different when they are closer to us or farther away from us.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, you will see how to draw a man running. Even though running is very different from standing, you will see that drawing a man running is not drastically different from drawing a man standing still. Just a few simple tweaks and you will be on your way. So with that said, let\'s get started!\r\n<h3>Sketch a Basic Outline</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-1694\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running outline\" width=\"242\" height=\"600\" /></a>The first step is to draw a rough outline of the running man. Keep standard proportions in mind for the head and torso. You can even sketch in some guidelines to draw the face later.\r\n\r\nNow as for the arms and legs, the limbs are alternating. You see in this example that the runner\'s left arm and right leg are out, while the right arm and left leg are to the rear. Here is where things might get a little confusing. You will need to foreshorten the arms and legs. This will cause them to appear distorted and out of proportion with each other. However, this is necessary to create an illusion of depth.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Arms</h4>\r\nThe right upper arm appears very short compared to the forearm. Since the elbow is so far back, it is hard to appreciate the full length of the upper arm from this angle.\r\n\r\nThere is some foreshortening with the left arm too, as it is in the foreground. For this reason, the arm may appear shorter than it should compared to the torso.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Legs</h4>\r\nThe runner\'s right leg is extended. Since the upper thigh is farther back, it should seem slightly shorter than usual compared to the lower leg. Draw the sole of the shoe to indicate the runner\'s foot getting ready to meet the pavement again.\r\n\r\nThe left knee in the background is drawn much lower than the raised right knee in the front. The left lower leg should be barely visible since it is pointing to the area behind the runner. As for the running man\'s left foot, this time we will see the top of the shoe.\r\n<h3>Draw the Head</h3>\r\nDraw in some details for the man\'s face, head, and neck. Since he is running, you might want to draw loose hair with strands scattered in different directions, tired-looking eyes and eyebrows, and an open mouth that is catching a breath of air.\r\n<h3>Draw the Torso</h3>\r\nNext it is time to draw the man\'s shirt. Keep in mind how the man\'s torso twists and turns as his arms move. This will help you to place the folds of the shirt\'s fabric. For example, since the right shoulder is twisting back and pulling the shirt from below, there are folds flowing up from the man\'s bottom left toward the upper right. Plan to draw <a title=\"Picture Perfect Clothing – A Beginner’s Guide to Sketching Clothes\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/picture-perfect-clothing-a-beginners-guide-to-sketching-clothes/\">spiral folds and other basic fold types</a> for a realistic rendering of the shirt.\r\n<h3>Draw the Arms and Hands</h3>\r\nFinish drawing the sleeves of the shirt. Then move on to drawing the arms, adding a little muscle definition. Next, sketch in the fingers and complete the hands. People do all kinds of things with their hands while running. Sometimes they keep the hands loose while other times the hands are clenched fists. Draw them in a way that is easy for you. The man running in this picture also has a watch to time himself.\r\n<h3>Draw the Legs and Shoes</h3>\r\nComplete the man\'s running shorts, with fabric folds coming from the inner legs moving back and forth. Add some definition to the thighs and right knee. Also draw in some lines to detail a lean shin. Afterward, draw in some details to indicate the sole of the right shoe and the top of the man\'s left shoe.\r\n<h3>Finishing Touches</h3>\r\nIf you haven\'t been doing so up to this point, it is a good idea to take a step back and look at your drawing. Mostly look at the proportions and foreshortening that might have looked distorted after your initial basic outline. Sometimes, a drawing that has foreshortening will look less distorted after more details are added.\r\n\r\nErase any unwanted guidelines in the face or other parts of the figure. Add in as much shading and extra details as you want. A simple yet cool effect to enhance the appearance of running is to place a little shadow under the foot, showing it is off the ground.\r\n\r\nAnd that is how to draw a man running! Besides the foreshortening of the arms and legs, you can see that it is not much different from drawing a man who is standing. The next time you want to draw a man running, I hope you take the tips from this tutorial and \"run\" with them!','How to Draw a Man Running','','inherit','open','open','','1687-revision-v1','','','2015-03-10 19:41:10','2015-03-11 02:41:10','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1687-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1698,2,'2015-03-10 19:44:24','2015-03-11 02:44:24','When you are just learning how to draw people, being able to draw a motionless, standing figure can be hard enough. But what if you wanted to draw a full-length figure in motion? What if you wanted to draw someone who is running?\r\n\r\nEven if you have learned the <a title=\"Keeping it Simple: The Straight Forward Step-By-Step Guide to Drawing the Body\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/keeping-it-simple-the-straight-forward-step-by-step-guide-to-drawing-the-body/\">basic proportions for drawing a standing person</a>, there are a few changes to consider when drawing a person running. The limbs are in constant motion and opposing positions. Not only that, but we also have to remember that arms and legs will appear different when they are closer to us or farther away from us.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, you will see how to draw a man running. Even though running is very different from standing, you will see that drawing a man running is not drastically different from drawing a man standing still. Just a few simple tweaks and you will be on your way. So with that said, let\'s get started!\r\n<h3>Sketch a Basic Outline</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-1694 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-outline.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running outline\" width=\"322\" height=\"800\" /></a>The first step is to draw a rough outline of the running man. Keep standard proportions in mind for the head and torso. You can even sketch in some guidelines to draw the face later.\r\n\r\nNow as for the arms and legs, the limbs are alternating. You see in this example that the runner\'s left arm and right leg are out, while the right arm and left leg are to the rear. Here is where things might get a little confusing. You will need to foreshorten the arms and legs. This will cause them to appear distorted and out of proportion with each other. However, this is necessary to create an illusion of depth.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Arms</h4>\r\nThe right upper arm appears very short compared to the forearm. Since the elbow is so far back, it is hard to appreciate the full length of the upper arm from this angle.\r\n\r\nThere is some foreshortening with the left arm too, as it is in the foreground. For this reason, the arm may appear shorter than it should compared to the torso.\r\n<h4>Foreshortening the Legs</h4>\r\nThe runner\'s right leg is extended. Since the upper thigh is farther back, it should seem slightly shorter than usual compared to the lower leg. Draw the sole of the shoe to indicate the runner\'s foot getting ready to meet the pavement again.\r\n\r\nThe left knee in the background is drawn much lower than the raised right knee in the front. The left lower leg should be barely visible since it is pointing to the area behind the runner. As for the running man\'s left foot, this time we will see the top of the shoe.\r\n<h3>Draw the Head</h3>\r\nDraw in some details for the man\'s face, head, and neck. Since he is running, you might want to draw loose hair with strands scattered in different directions, tired-looking eyes and eyebrows, and an open mouth that is catching a breath of air.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-head.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1692\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-head.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running head\" width=\"800\" height=\"636\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Draw the Torso</h3>\r\nNext it is time to draw the man\'s shirt. Keep in mind how the man\'s torso twists and turns as his arms move. This will help you to place the folds of the shirt\'s fabric. For example, since the right shoulder is twisting back and pulling the shirt from below, there are folds flowing up from the man\'s bottom left toward the upper right. Plan to draw <a title=\"Picture Perfect Clothing – A Beginner’s Guide to Sketching Clothes\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/picture-perfect-clothing-a-beginners-guide-to-sketching-clothes/\">spiral folds and other basic fold types</a> for a realistic rendering of the shirt.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-torso.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1691\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-torso.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running torso\" width=\"800\" height=\"693\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Draw the Arms and Hands</h3>\r\nFinish drawing the sleeves of the shirt. Then move on to drawing the arms, adding a little muscle definition. Next, sketch in the fingers and complete the hands. People do all kinds of things with their hands while running. Sometimes they keep the hands loose while other times the hands are clenched fists. Draw them in a way that is easy for you. The man running in this picture also has a watch to time himself.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-arms.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1690\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-arms.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running arms\" width=\"800\" height=\"714\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Draw the Legs and Shoes</h3>\r\nComplete the man\'s running shorts, with fabric folds coming from the inner legs moving back and forth. Add some definition to the thighs and right knee. Also draw in some lines to detail a lean shin. Afterward, draw in some details to indicate the sole of the right shoe and the top of the man\'s left shoe.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-legs.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1689\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-legs.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running legs\" width=\"584\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Finishing Touches</h3>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1693\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a man running\" width=\"313\" height=\"800\" /></a>If you haven\'t been doing so up to this point, it is a good idea to take a step back and look at your drawing. Mostly look at the proportions and foreshortening that might have looked distorted after your initial basic outline. Sometimes, a drawing that has foreshortening will look less distorted after more details are added.\r\n\r\nErase any unwanted guidelines in the face or other parts of the figure. Add in as much shading and extra details as you want. A simple yet cool effect to enhance the appearance of running is to place a little shadow under the foot, showing it is off the ground.\r\n\r\nAnd that is how to draw a man running! Besides the foreshortening of the arms and legs, you can see that it is not much different from drawing a man who is standing. The next time you want to draw a man running, I hope you take the tips from this tutorial and \"run\" with them!','How to Draw a Man Running','','inherit','open','open','','1687-revision-v1','','','2015-03-10 19:44:24','2015-03-11 02:44:24','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1687-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1699,2,'2015-03-10 19:49:33','2015-03-11 02:49:33','','how to draw a man running steps','','inherit','open','open','','how-to-draw-a-man-running-steps','','','2015-03-10 19:49:33','2015-03-11 02:49:33','',1687,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-man-running-steps.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1702,2,'2015-03-18 21:52:01','2015-03-19 04:52:01','','promoting and selling your art copy','','inherit','open','open','','promoting-and-selling-your-art-copy','','','2015-03-18 21:52:01','2015-03-19 04:52:01','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/promoting-and-selling-your-art-copy.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1703,2,'2015-03-25 02:47:33','2015-03-25 09:47:33','If you are trying to improve your ability to draw faces, what better face to draw than that of a celebrity?\r\n\r\nIt is helpful to try drawing celebrities from time to time. Drawing <a title=\"Drawings of Well-Known Faces\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/drawings-of-well-known-faces/\">well-known faces</a> will help you to fine-tune your observational skills and catch those subtle characteristics that collectively build the likeness of a face everyone will recognize.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, we will enlist the help of well-known movie actress and <em>Scandal</em> star Kerry Washington. We will learn how to draw a face by using her very recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_1704\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"533\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-1704 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a> <b> © <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/sbukley_info\">Sbukley</a> | <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b>[/caption]\r\n<h3>Sketch the Basic Guidelines</h3>\r\nThe first step is to make a lightly-drawn outline of the head. Keep it almost oval-shaped, more like an upside-down egg. As we look carefully at the reference photo, we notice that Kerry doesn\'t have a very wide head, so the oval should look more long than wide.\r\n\r\nDraw a vertical guideline almost down the center, since there is a barely noticeable tilt to Kerry\'s right side. Next draw a horizontal line midway between the top and bottom of the oval, as seen below. This will serve as placement for Kerry\'s eyes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead1-2 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You will need to draw three more horizontal guidelines. The one near the top will be the hairline. The second should be roughly halfway between the eye guideline and the chin. This will be for the nose. The last should be about a third of the way down from the nose line for, you guessed it, the mouth.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Carefully place four vertical dashes that will mark the inside and outside corners of the eyes. The width between the two eyes needs to be one eye length. Roughly from the midpoint of each eye, draw a vertical line to note where the corners of Kerry\'s mouth will be.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead3-4 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Next, sketch an outline of Kerry\'s neck and shoulders. You can also sketch the general shape of Kerry\'s hair at this point. Sometimes I wait to do this after drawing in the facial features, but this time I decided to do it sooner. Use the reference photo to form yours roughly the same.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead5-6 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The basic guidelines above are foundational when learning how to draw a face. If you need additional info on basic facial proportions and guidelines, or some extra help with drawing the facial features below, you can read <a title=\"How to Draw Those Tricky Faces with Some Simple Tips\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/how-to-draw-faces-tips-techniques-and-short-tutorials/\">my previous post on simple tips for drawing faces.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Draw the Eyes</h3>\r\nFor Kerry\'s eyes, begin with the outline of each eye between your previously-made guidelines. Make them slightly almond-shaped while making the inner-corner tear duct areas as natural-looking as possible. Next sketch in circles for the irises, pupils, and highlights. I sketch each iris first for proper placement, and then I go over each one with a <a title=\"Pickett Template 1204-i Circle Master\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/pickett-template-1204-i-circle-master/\">circle template</a> to make it perfectly round.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> [table id=kweyes1-2 /]</p>\r\nThen you will want to sketch in the eyelids, including the lower rim of the lower eyelids. There is also a visible line of makeup above each upper eyelid. Finally, sketch in the eyebrows. If you plan to add any shading to your drawing around the eyes, I recommend holding off on the eyelashes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> [table id=kweyes3-4 /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Draw the Nose</h3>\r\n<a title=\"Tutorial for Drawing a Nose\" href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/tutorial-for-drawing-a-nose/\">Drawing the nose should not be too complicated.</a> For the nose, first sketch a bridge and the ball of the nose. Then, around that framework, add details to the lower part of the nose to form the cartilage around the nostrils. There is a small highlight on the tip of the nose. Also notice that, even though we didn\'t draw guidelines for it, the inner corner of each eye is pretty much in alignment with the outer edge of the lower nose.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> [table id=kwnose /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Draw the Mouth</h3>\r\nLook closely at the reference photo to try and capture the likeness of Kerry\'s mouth. Begin with the upper lip. Keep the corners of the mouth within the guidelines drawn earlier (each corner directly below the center of each eye). Next, draw the lower lip. In our reference photograph above and most others that you see of Kerry Washington, there is a slight opening of the center of her mouth even when her lips are closed. Be sure to capture this identifiable characteristic, as well as some sketched lines around the corners of her mouth that give a soft expression.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> [table id=kwmouth /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Define the Face</h3>\r\nFinish forming the face by drawing Kerry\'s well-defined (but nicely formed) cheekbones and jawline. This will help with developing a recognizable likeness. Notice that I didn\'t trace perfectly along that oval guideline drawn at the beginning? Rather than stay faithful to your guidelines, treat them as the \"guide\"lines they are by being flexible. Stay faithful instead to your reference photograph.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-cheekbones-and-jawline.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1714 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-cheekbones-and-jawline.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a face kerry washington cheekbones and jawline\" width=\"641\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Below the Head</h3>\r\nAgain, use the reference photo as a guide to sketch in details below the head, including on the neck and clothes. For the neck, indicate the collar bones and other identifiable features surrounding it. There is a prominent shadow under Kerry\'s chin in this image, so I drew the outline for it to shade later. Luckily for the clothes, they won\'t add or detract from the likeness of our subject if you veer away from the photograph. Still, it\'s good practice to draw a close representation of even the clothes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> [table id=kwbelowhead /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Draw the Hair</h3>\r\nBegin by sketching in where large sections of hair are grouped together. This will help you to develop the body and volume of the hair. Then begin on one side and draw strands of hair as they naturally flow from one location to another. Notice that there are areas of highlights even in the hair. You can leave some of these areas lighter with less visible strands while darkening other areas.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> [table id=kwhair1-2 /]</p>\r\nKeep repeating the process, working one section at a time until the initial sketch of the hair is essentially complete.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> [table id=kwhair3-4 /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Finishing Details</h3>\r\nAt this stage of the process, you should erase your visible guidelines. Use caution to not erase important parts of your drawing.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-final-erase-guidelines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1707\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-final-erase-guidelines.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a face kerry washington final erase guidelines\" width=\"637\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can choose to stop here if you wish, or keep going by adding additional details and/or shading. I chose to add a few extra details, including some extra volume to the hair.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwfinish1-2 /]</p>\r\nI also drew in the eyelashes (don\'t forget those!) and added a little bit of light shading.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1721\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a face kerry washington\" width=\"637\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOf course, the more details and shading (and hours) you put into your drawing, the closer of a likeness you will achieve. Keep working on it until you are satisfied. 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We will learn how to draw a face by using her recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1704\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw the head.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=3 /]</p>\r\nDraw the eyes.\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nnose\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nmouth\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nface outline\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nbelow the head\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nhair\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nfinish\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nclosing','How to Draw Kerry Washington\'s Face','','inherit','open','open','','1703-revision-v1','','','2015-03-22 10:44:25','2015-03-22 17:44:25','',1703,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1703-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1736,2,'2015-03-22 10:47:32','2015-03-22 17:47:32','[[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-outline.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-outline-241x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head outline\\\" width=\\\"241\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1730\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-vertical-and-eyeline.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-vertical-and-eyeline-240x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head vertical and eyeline\\\" width=\\\"240\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1729\\\" \\/><\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-neck-and-shoulders.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-neck-and-shoulders-241x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head neck and shoulders\\\" width=\\\"241\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1726\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hair-outline.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hair-outline-240x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head hair outline\\\" width=\\\"240\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1725\\\" \\/><\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hairline-nose-mouth-guidelines.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hairline-nose-mouth-guidelines-241x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head hairline nose mouth guidelines\\\" width=\\\"241\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1728\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-eyes-mouth-corners-guidelines.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-eyes-mouth-corners-guidelines-242x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head eyes mouth corners guidelines\\\" width=\\\"242\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1727\\\" \\/><\\/a>\"]]','kerry washington head','','inherit','open','open','','1732-revision-v1','','','2015-03-22 10:47:32','2015-03-22 17:47:32','',1732,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1732-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1737,2,'2015-03-22 10:48:12','2015-03-22 17:48:12','In this tutorial, we will enlist the help of well-known movie actress and <em>Scandal</em> star Kerry Washington. We will learn how to draw a face by using her recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1704 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw the head.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=3 /]</p>\r\nDraw the eyes.\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nnose\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nmouth\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nface outline\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nbelow the head\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nhair\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nfinish\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nclosing','How to Draw Kerry Washington\'s Face','','inherit','open','open','','1703-revision-v1','','','2015-03-22 10:48:12','2015-03-22 17:48:12','',1703,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1703-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1741,2,'2015-03-22 11:17:11','2015-03-22 18:17:11','[[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hairline-nose-mouth-guidelines.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hairline-nose-mouth-guidelines-241x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head hairline nose mouth guidelines\\\" width=\\\"241\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1728\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-eyes-mouth-corners-guidelines.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-eyes-mouth-corners-guidelines-242x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head eyes mouth corners guidelines\\\" width=\\\"242\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1727\\\" \\/><\\/a>\"]]','kerry washington head 3-4','','inherit','open','open','','1740-revision-v1','','','2015-03-22 11:17:11','2015-03-22 18:17:11','',1740,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1740-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1742,2,'2015-03-22 11:19:54','2015-03-22 18:19:54','[[\"<center><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-neck-and-shoulders.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-neck-and-shoulders.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head neck and shoulders\\\" width=\\\"300\\\" height=\\\"375\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1726\\\" \\/><\\/a><\\/center>\",\"<center><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hair-outline.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hair-outline.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head hair outline\\\" width=\\\"300\\\" height=\\\"375\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1725\\\" \\/><\\/a><\\/center>\"]]','kerry washington head 5-6','','publish','closed','closed','','kerry-washington-head-5-6','','','2015-03-23 21:23:56','2015-03-24 04:23:56','',0,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/?post_type=tablepress_table&#038;p=1742',0,'tablepress_table','application/json',0),(1743,2,'2015-03-22 11:20:48','2015-03-22 18:20:48','[[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-neck-and-shoulders.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-neck-and-shoulders-241x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head neck and shoulders\\\" width=\\\"241\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1726\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hair-outline.jpg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.letsdrawpeople.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2015\\/03\\/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-head-hair-outline-240x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"how to draw a face kerry washington head hair outline\\\" width=\\\"240\\\" height=\\\"300\\\" class=\\\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1725\\\" \\/><\\/a>\"]]','kerry washington head 5-6','','inherit','open','open','','1742-revision-v1','','','2015-03-22 11:20:48','2015-03-22 18:20:48','',1742,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1742-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1744,2,'2015-03-22 11:30:14','2015-03-22 18:30:14','In this tutorial, we will enlist the help of well-known movie actress and <em>Scandal</em> star Kerry Washington. We will learn how to draw a face by using her recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1704 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nDraw the head.\r\n\r\nMake the outline. vertical and eyeline\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead1-2 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Draw the guidelines for the hairline, nose, and mouth. Then eyes.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead3-4 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">neck shoulders and hair outline</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead5-6 /]</p>\r\nDraw the eyes.\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nnose\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nmouth\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nface outline\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nbelow the head\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nhair\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nfinish\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nclosing','How to Draw Kerry Washington\'s Face','','inherit','open','open','','1703-revision-v1','','','2015-03-22 11:30:14','2015-03-22 18:30:14','',1703,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1703-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1745,2,'2015-03-23 18:41:23','2015-03-24 01:41:23','If you are trying to improve your ability to draw faces, what better face to draw than that of a celebrity?\r\n\r\nIt is helpful to try drawing celebrities from time to time. Drawing well-known faces will help you to fine-tune your observational skills and catch those subtle characteristics that collectively build the likeness of a face everyone will recognize.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, we will enlist the help of well-known movie actress and <em>Scandal</em> star Kerry Washington. We will learn how to draw a face by using her very recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_1704\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"533\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-1704 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a> <b> © <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/sbukley_info\">Sbukley</a> | <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Sketch the Basic Guidelines</h3>\r\nThe first step is to make a lightly-drawn outline of the head. Keep it almost oval-shaped, more like an upside-down egg. As we look carefully at the reference photo, we notice that Kerry doesn\'t have a very wide head, so the oval should look more long than wide.\r\n\r\nDraw a vertical guideline almost down the center, since there is a barely noticeable tilt to Kerry\'s right side. Next draw a horizontal line midway between the top and bottom of the oval, as seen below. This will serve as placement for Kerry\'s eyes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead1-2 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You will need to draw three more horizontal guidelines. The one near the top will be the hairline. The second should be roughly halfway between the eye guideline and the chin. This will be for the nose. The last should be about a third of the way down from the nose line for, you guessed it, the mouth.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Carefully place four vertical dashes that will mark the inside and outside corners of the eyes. The width between the two eyes needs to be one eye length. Roughly from the midpoint of each eye, draw a vertical line to note where the corners of Kerry\'s mouth will be.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead3-4 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">neck shoulders and hair outline</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead5-6 /]</p>\r\nDraw the eyes.\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nnose\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nmouth\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nface outline\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nbelow the head\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nhair\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nfinish\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nclosing','How to Draw Kerry Washington\'s Face','','inherit','open','open','','1703-revision-v1','','','2015-03-23 18:41:23','2015-03-24 01:41:23','',1703,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1703-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1746,2,'2015-03-23 18:47:09','2015-03-24 01:47:09','If you are trying to improve your ability to draw faces, what better face to draw than that of a celebrity?\r\n\r\nIt is helpful to try drawing celebrities from time to time. Drawing well-known faces will help you to fine-tune your observational skills and catch those subtle characteristics that collectively build the likeness of a face everyone will recognize.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, we will enlist the help of well-known movie actress and <em>Scandal</em> star Kerry Washington. We will learn how to draw a face by using her very recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_1704\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"533\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-1704 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a> <b> © <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/sbukley_info\">Sbukley</a> | <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Sketch the Basic Guidelines</h3>\r\nThe first step is to make a lightly-drawn outline of the head. Keep it almost oval-shaped, more like an upside-down egg. As we look carefully at the reference photo, we notice that Kerry doesn\'t have a very wide head, so the oval should look more long than wide.\r\n\r\nDraw a vertical guideline almost down the center, since there is a barely noticeable tilt to Kerry\'s right side. Next draw a horizontal line midway between the top and bottom of the oval, as seen below. This will serve as placement for Kerry\'s eyes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead1-2 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You will need to draw three more horizontal guidelines. The one near the top will be the hairline. The second should be roughly halfway between the eye guideline and the chin. This will be for the nose. The last should be about a third of the way down from the nose line for, you guessed it, the mouth.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Carefully place four vertical dashes that will mark the inside and outside corners of the eyes. The width between the two eyes needs to be one eye length. Roughly from the midpoint of each eye, draw a vertical line to note where the corners of Kerry\'s mouth will be.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead3-4 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Next, sketch an outline of Kerry\'s neck and shoulders. You can also sketch the general shape of Kerry\'s hair at this point. Sometimes I wait to do this after drawing in the facial features, but this time I decided to do it sooner. Use the reference photo to form yours roughly the same.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead5-6 /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Draw the Eyes</h3>\r\npics\r\n\r\nnose\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nmouth\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nface outline\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nbelow the head\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nhair\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nfinish\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nclosing','How to Draw Kerry Washington\'s Face','','inherit','open','open','','1703-revision-v1','','','2015-03-23 18:47:09','2015-03-24 01:47:09','',1703,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1703-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1747,2,'2015-03-23 19:42:08','2015-03-24 02:42:08','If you are trying to improve your ability to draw faces, what better face to draw than that of a celebrity?\r\n\r\nIt is helpful to try drawing celebrities from time to time. Drawing well-known faces will help you to fine-tune your observational skills and catch those subtle characteristics that collectively build the likeness of a face everyone will recognize.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, we will enlist the help of well-known movie actress and <em>Scandal</em> star Kerry Washington. We will learn how to draw a face by using her very recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_1704\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"533\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-1704 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a> <b> © <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/sbukley_info\">Sbukley</a> | <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b>[/caption]\r\n<h3>Sketch the Basic Guidelines</h3>\r\nThe first step is to make a lightly-drawn outline of the head. Keep it almost oval-shaped, more like an upside-down egg. As we look carefully at the reference photo, we notice that Kerry doesn\'t have a very wide head, so the oval should look more long than wide.\r\n\r\nDraw a vertical guideline almost down the center, since there is a barely noticeable tilt to Kerry\'s right side. Next draw a horizontal line midway between the top and bottom of the oval, as seen below. This will serve as placement for Kerry\'s eyes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead1-2 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You will need to draw three more horizontal guidelines. The one near the top will be the hairline. The second should be roughly halfway between the eye guideline and the chin. This will be for the nose. The last should be about a third of the way down from the nose line for, you guessed it, the mouth.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Carefully place four vertical dashes that will mark the inside and outside corners of the eyes. The width between the two eyes needs to be one eye length. Roughly from the midpoint of each eye, draw a vertical line to note where the corners of Kerry\'s mouth will be.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead3-4 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Next, sketch an outline of Kerry\'s neck and shoulders. You can also sketch the general shape of Kerry\'s hair at this point. Sometimes I wait to do this after drawing in the facial features, but this time I decided to do it sooner. Use the reference photo to form yours roughly the same.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead5-6 /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Draw the Eyes</h3>\r\nFor Kerry\'s eyes, begin with the outline of each eye between your previously-made guidelines. Make them slightly almond-shaped while making the inner-corner tear duct areas as natural-looking as possible. Next sketch in circles for the irises, pupils, and highlights. I sketch each iris first for proper placement, and then I go over each one with a circle template to make it perfectly round.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThen you will want to sketch in the eyelids, including the lower rim of the lower eyelids. There is also a visible line of makeup above each upper eyelid. Finally, sketch in the eyebrows. If you plan to add any shading to your drawing around the eyes, I recommend holding off on the eyelashes.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Draw the Nose</h3>\r\nFor the nose, first sketch a bridge and the ball of the nose. Then, around that framework, add details to the lower part of the nose to form the cartilage around the nostrils. There is a small highlight on the tip of the nose. Also notice that, even though we didn\'t draw guidelines for it, the inner corner of each eye is pretty much in alignment with the outer edge of the lower nose.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Draw the Mouth</h3>\r\nLook closely at the reference photo to try and capture the likeness of Kerry\'s mouth. Begin with the upper lip. Keep the corners of the mouth within the guidelines drawn earlier (each corner directly below the center of each eye). Next, draw the lower lip. In our reference photograph above and most others that you see of Kerry Washington, there is a slight opening of the center of her mouth even when her lips are closed. Be sure to capture this identifiable characteristic, as well as some sketched lines around the corners of her mouth that give a soft expression.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Define the Face</h3>\r\nFinish forming the face by drawing Kerry\'s well-defined (but nicely formed) cheekbones and jawline. This will help with developing a recognizable likeness. Notice that I didn\'t trace perfectly along that oval guideline drawn at the beginning? Rather than stay faithful to your guidelines, treat them as the \"guide\"lines they are by being flexible. Stay faithful instead to your reference photograph.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-cheekbones-and-jawline.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1714 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-cheekbones-and-jawline.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a face kerry washington cheekbones and jawline\" width=\"641\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Below the Head</h3>\r\npics\r\n\r\nhair\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nfinish\r\n\r\npics\r\n\r\nclosing','How to Draw Kerry Washington\'s Face','','inherit','open','open','','1703-revision-v1','','','2015-03-23 19:42:08','2015-03-24 02:42:08','',1703,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1703-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1748,2,'2015-03-23 20:13:12','2015-03-24 03:13:12','If you are trying to improve your ability to draw faces, what better face to draw than that of a celebrity?\r\n\r\nIt is helpful to try drawing celebrities from time to time. Drawing well-known faces will help you to fine-tune your observational skills and catch those subtle characteristics that collectively build the likeness of a face everyone will recognize.\r\n\r\nIn this tutorial, we will enlist the help of well-known movie actress and <em>Scandal</em> star Kerry Washington. We will learn how to draw a face by using her very recognizable face as a reference.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_1704\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"533\"]<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-1704 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kerry-washington-reference-photo.jpg\" alt=\"kerry washington reference photo\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" /></a> <b> © <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/sbukley_info\">Sbukley</a> | <a href=\"http://www.dreamstime.com/\">Dreamstime.com</a></b>[/caption]\r\n<h3>Sketch the Basic Guidelines</h3>\r\nThe first step is to make a lightly-drawn outline of the head. Keep it almost oval-shaped, more like an upside-down egg. As we look carefully at the reference photo, we notice that Kerry doesn\'t have a very wide head, so the oval should look more long than wide.\r\n\r\nDraw a vertical guideline almost down the center, since there is a barely noticeable tilt to Kerry\'s right side. Next draw a horizontal line midway between the top and bottom of the oval, as seen below. This will serve as placement for Kerry\'s eyes.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead1-2 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You will need to draw three more horizontal guidelines. The one near the top will be the hairline. The second should be roughly halfway between the eye guideline and the chin. This will be for the nose. The last should be about a third of the way down from the nose line for, you guessed it, the mouth.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Carefully place four vertical dashes that will mark the inside and outside corners of the eyes. The width between the two eyes needs to be one eye length. Roughly from the midpoint of each eye, draw a vertical line to note where the corners of Kerry\'s mouth will be.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead3-4 /]</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Next, sketch an outline of Kerry\'s neck and shoulders. You can also sketch the general shape of Kerry\'s hair at this point. Sometimes I wait to do this after drawing in the facial features, but this time I decided to do it sooner. Use the reference photo to form yours roughly the same.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[table id=kwhead5-6 /]</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Draw the Eyes</h3>\r\nFor Kerry\'s eyes, begin with the outline of each eye between your previously-made guidelines. Make them slightly almond-shaped while making the inner-corner tear duct areas as natural-looking as possible. Next sketch in circles for the irises, pupils, and highlights. I sketch each iris first for proper placement, and then I go over each one with a circle template to make it perfectly round.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThen you will want to sketch in the eyelids, including the lower rim of the lower eyelids. There is also a visible line of makeup above each upper eyelid. Finally, sketch in the eyebrows. If you plan to add any shading to your drawing around the eyes, I recommend holding off on the eyelashes.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Draw the Nose</h3>\r\nFor the nose, first sketch a bridge and the ball of the nose. Then, around that framework, add details to the lower part of the nose to form the cartilage around the nostrils. There is a small highlight on the tip of the nose. Also notice that, even though we didn\'t draw guidelines for it, the inner corner of each eye is pretty much in alignment with the outer edge of the lower nose.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Draw the Mouth</h3>\r\nLook closely at the reference photo to try and capture the likeness of Kerry\'s mouth. Begin with the upper lip. Keep the corners of the mouth within the guidelines drawn earlier (each corner directly below the center of each eye). Next, draw the lower lip. In our reference photograph above and most others that you see of Kerry Washington, there is a slight opening of the center of her mouth even when her lips are closed. Be sure to capture this identifiable characteristic, as well as some sketched lines around the corners of her mouth that give a soft expression.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Define the Face</h3>\r\nFinish forming the face by drawing Kerry\'s well-defined (but nicely formed) cheekbones and jawline. This will help with developing a recognizable likeness. Notice that I didn\'t trace perfectly along that oval guideline drawn at the beginning? Rather than stay faithful to your guidelines, treat them as the \"guide\"lines they are by being flexible. Stay faithful instead to your reference photograph.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-cheekbones-and-jawline.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1714 size-full\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-cheekbones-and-jawline.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a face kerry washington cheekbones and jawline\" width=\"641\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n<h3>Below the Head</h3>\r\nAgain, use the reference photo as a guide to sketch in details below the head, including on the neck and clothes. For the neck, indicate the collar bones and other identifiable features surrounding it. There is a prominent shadow under Kerry\'s chin in this image, so I drew the outline for it to shade later. Luckily for the clothes, they won\'t add or detract from the likeness of our subject if you veer away from the photograph. Still, it\'s good practice to draw a close representation of even the clothes.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Draw the Hair</h3>\r\nBegin by sketching in where large sections of hair are grouped together. This will help you to develop the body and volume of the hair. Then begin on one side and draw strands of hair as they naturally flow from one location to another. Notice that there are areas of highlights even in the hair. You can leave some of these areas lighter with less visible strands while darkening other areas.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKeep repeating the process, working one section at a time until the initial sketch of the hair is essentially complete.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Finishing Details</h3>\r\nAt this stage of the process, you should erase your visible guidelines. Use caution to not erase important parts of your drawing.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-final-erase-guidelines.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1707\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington-final-erase-guidelines.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a face kerry washington final erase guidelines\" width=\"637\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can choose to stop here if you wish, or keep going by adding additional details and/or shading. I chose to add a few extra details, including some extra volume to the hair.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI also drew in the eyelashes (don\'t forget those!) and added a little bit of light shading.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1721\" src=\"http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/how-to-draw-a-face-kerry-washington.jpg\" alt=\"how to draw a face kerry washington\" width=\"637\" height=\"800\" /></a>\r\n\r\nOf course, the more details and shading (and hours) you put into your drawing, the closer of a likeness you will achieve. Keep working on it until you are satisfied and you will have a completed drawing of Kerry Washington!','How to Draw Kerry Washington\'s Face','','inherit','open','open','','1703-revision-v1','','','2015-03-23 20:13:12','2015-03-24 03:13:12','',1703,'http://www.letsdrawpeople.com/1703-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),