My Photorealism Drawing Progession
Daniel Giunta
Kanye West Portrait
18x24 In
Charcoal on Paper
Progression I
I like the begin each drawing by creating a grid upon my canvas. Being an experienced graphic designer, I see each image as a grid, which I then recreate with my hand much like pixels on a screen. This also helps me focus on the image as a whole, allowing me to trust my hand as I dive into fine details later on.
Progression II
After applying a grid on both the digital image and my canvas, I then contour out the shape of the body, working from large to small. As A righty, I try and work from the top right of the page, assuring my hand won't smudge the charcoal I've already applied.
Progression III
Once I outline the features, I then focus on the light and shadow upon the form. It's best to study the whole form and mark the lightest and darkest area of your drawing. Once I evaluate, I then begin to apply a very light gray, as even the lightest areas still has a percentage of darkness. I continue to shade by working light to dark, through multiple techniques.
Still working it out, but the rest will comes soon!
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Love your drawing process especially the grid technique. Does it help you stay true to proportions? Upvoted and followed.
Yes! I always use a grid to keep proportions accurate. It especially helps once the shading process begins, I can trust myself more!
Nice textures yo
such impressive drawing @humanalpaca, keep on posting! Also, tell the story behind your choice of your steemit name ;-)