Remi Engels

Procedures for Pencil Portrait Drawing - Drawing a Chin Supporting Hand Together with Shoulders

Including a hand in your portraits adds a important measure of drama but can quickly destroy an otherwise fine portrait if done badly. The goal is to integrate the hand so that it is not only proportionally and gestural right, but is congruous in personality with the expression of the face. For instance, an agreeable facial expression juxtaposed with a... (posted by Remi 3 years 26 days ago.)

Advice on Pencil Portrait Sketching - The Tilted Skull View

To create interesting fluid portraits that breathe life you must understand the effect of the spine on the skull and shoulders. To craft a relaxed feeling in your portraits quite often you will need to draw the skull tilted. Most people when they are at ease will view with their skull slightly tilted. In this article we will point out what to look for and how to tackle the tilted skull. ... (posted by Remi 3 years 26 days ago.)

Information on Pencil Portrait Sketching - Drawing Kids

The sketching of children demands freshness and directness of purpose. Regrettably, there are not too many quick and ready rules. Let us just say that children's portraits demand a keen and patient eye. For those who intend to do commercial portraiture the good news is that children's portraits can be rewarding. There are very few draftspersons who can capably draw children. Soft lighting... (posted by Remi 3 years 26 days ago.)

Instructions on Pencil Portrait Sketching - Drawing Hairdos

Sketching hair is dictated by several factors: the type of hair, its hue, texture, amount, the arrangement and styling of the hair, the personality and mood of the model or the photograph, and the light effect upon the hair. The contour of the hair is part of the overall construct. A correct construct is important to the likeness of the hair. Many beginning draftspersons start with the face... (posted by Remi 3 years 26 days ago.)

Tips on Pencil Portrait Drawing - Muscles That Create the Smile

A smile is the result of happiness. It lifts and widens the bottom of the face and the uplifted cheeks will often crease the flesh just below the eyes resulting in the so-called "crow' feet". To comprehend the makings of a smile in its numerous manifestations we must first comprehend the underlying anatomy. Below we list the 3 critical muscles that contribute to a smile: * The... (posted by Remi 3 years 26 days ago.)

Guidelines for Pencil Portrait Sketching - Overall Muscle Structure of the Muzzle

Capturing the delicate, fleeting gestures of human feelings in portrait drawing is a test for every artist. There are basically six main feelings: disgust, surprise, fear, sadness, anger and happiness. The gestures of these main feelings are instinctual, the muscle relationships and movements are subconscious. Generally, the facial muscles are fragile, finely in step... (posted by Remi 3 years 26 days ago.)