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How to Draw a Face from Any Angle - The 3/4 View

RapidFireArt via YouTube

Overview

Learn to draw faces in 3/4 view using the Loomis method in this detailed 29-minute tutorial. Master the construction of the head, including axis placement and sphere creation, before moving on to facial features like eyebrows, nose, eyes, and mouth. Explore techniques for drawing up-tilted heads and gain insights on feature alignment. Utilize practical tools like styrofoam balls and play dough to enhance your understanding. Follow along with step-by-step instructions, timestamps for easy navigation, and a comprehensive breakdown of the entire process, from basic construction to adding hair and final touches.

Syllabus

Intro -
Tools -
3/4 head CONSTRUCTION -
Axis styrofoam ball example -
Note on constructing spheres -
Drawing the FACIAL FEATURES -
Neck -
Ear -
Eyebrows -
Nose -
Side of the face -
Eyes -
How to make a styrofoam eye reference -
Mouth -
Chin and Jawline -
Hair -
3/4 Up-Tilted Head CONSTRUCTION -
Drawing the FACIAL FEATURES most are not narrated -
Ear -
Eyebrows -
Nose -
Eyes -
Mouth -
Neck -
Hair -
Check facial feature alignment -
Slideshow of drawing process for ALL HEADS from part 1&2 -

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RapidFireArt

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