A portrait value study

Ned Mueller

Watch Ned Mueller create a value study in real-time. Over 30 minutes, Ned uses basic materials (Conte charcoal and an eraser) to create a portrait that captures the essence of his subject, demonstrating the importance of simplifying and organising values and edges.
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