NOVEMBER CHALLENGE 🖤
Bonjour my little demon, ready to collect gem #15?
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TODAY’S GEM
Here’s a little reminder: when I start a portrait, I always simplify the features into basic ovals. Why? Because I’m focusing on getting the head’s contour, positions, and proportions right first.
Once that foundation is set, I allow myself to dive into the details—replacing the ovals with actual features, adding hair, and layering accessories.
Here’s an extract from my course Reality to Fantasy, where I show how to draw portraits in any position, starting with a simplified head:
What portrait topic would you like me to cover next?
Bisous,
Léa
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