Secrets to Drawing HeadsIt's the first thing anyone looks at when there's a figure in a painting: the details of the human head and face. There's far more to creating an accurate portrait than meets the eye, and that's exactly what this extremely focused, richly visual guide teaches artists. |
Contents
Introduction | 6 |
The Basics | 9 |
Different Views | 23 |
Anatomy | 39 |
The Essence | 53 |
Symbolism | 69 |
Values | 77 |
The Portrait | 91 |
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