Learn how to construct a head from scratch with a focus on structure, proportions, and facial features. This lesson guides you through each step that we’ve learned so far, from shaping the head and jaw to adding realistic details like the eyes and nose. You'll also explore how to use planes and forms to create a more lifelike appearance.
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Yevhen Syrchin
17d
how to draw hair? start from a big shape and all these stuff?😁
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17d
Yep, pretty much. I draw the hair like a hat (more or less) and fit it to the head shape.
Potion
1mo
hello! I was wondering, if I can still get critique etc from the lecturer? Would that be possible if post my 11 step method, I have been practicing and following hamptons method from start to finish and would like feedback if possible, thanks!
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17d
Hi, I'm happy to give you a few pointers in the chat if you'd like to upload something. Sorry for the delayed reply.

@aub
4mo
I followed Michael's complete construction video as recommended. I did a quick 1-minute shading pass on top just to see if it held up! :D
Michal Abraham
6mo
Hi, First of all - what a great course! Thank you so much for this guidance. secondly - I was wondering - when understanding the construction and features of a person, can one look at a portrait but sketch a different expression?
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6mo
Definitely! That sounds like a very challenging but doable assignment. You would just need to learn the major muscles of expression and then think of them wrapping over the surface forms we developed here. Once done, you would imagine each muscle pulling to create the expression you're after.

@lucastoonz86
7mo
Face maps! Eyes came out small especially the far side, need to refer back to my steps before going darker also checking my work in a mirror is something I never practice, but great teachings.
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Educator, painter, writer, and art historian. Author of Figure Drawing: Design and Invention.