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.
In this session, Lizet Dingemans will be working with model Myriam to build the portrait using shapes rather than lines. With willow charcoal on white paper, blending tools like a hog brush and Sofft knife, and an optional ...
Lizet Dingemans takes a look at soft edges, working from toned background forward in this interesting portrait drawing class. Model: Rosie. Materials: willow charcoal and pastel pencil on charcoal toned white paper.
Watch David Shevlino draw an hour-long portrait of Amanda using compressed charcoal. He will be focusing on the head and facial features as well as providing advice on tools, materials, and techniques.
