How to Draw Portraits

A clear, practical guide to drawing expressive portraits, faces and heads with confidence.

Anyone can create a portrait with just a pencil, paper and a little practice! Packed with sketch examples and practical tips, it encourages readers to observe carefully, experiment with materials and develop their own drawing style.

Anyone can create a portrait with just a pencil, paper and a little practice!

This easy-to-follow guide helps young artists understand how to draw faces, heads and expressions, from construction lines and proportion to eyes, mouths, noses, ears and light sources. Packed with sketch examples and practical tips, it encourages readers to observe carefully, experiment with materials and develop their own drawing style.

Covering children, elderly people, self-portraits and accessories, How to Draw Portraits is a highly visual introduction to one of the most rewarding art skills.