The biggest hurdle for beginners is drawing what they think an eye or nose looks like rather than what they actually see .
Use simple triangles for the nose and ovals for the eyes. 4. Capturing Light and Value
Most beginners draw a generic almond shape for an eye.
The line where the lips meet is usually about one-third of the way down from the nose to the chin. 3. The "Block-In" Method
Drawing Portraits For The Absolute Beginner : A... -
The biggest hurdle for beginners is drawing what they think an eye or nose looks like rather than what they actually see .
Use simple triangles for the nose and ovals for the eyes. 4. Capturing Light and Value
Most beginners draw a generic almond shape for an eye.
The line where the lips meet is usually about one-third of the way down from the nose to the chin. 3. The "Block-In" Method