So how do I draw my portraits?

 

 A good quality photograph

is imperative.

 I can only draw what I see.

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Once a photograph is chosen I draw the whole outer subject centred to the correct position of the page, followed by eyes, nose and mouth.

 

I work from left to right to avoid smudging and my pencil is my ruler for perfect balance. Shading is key to create a stunning piece of works.

 

What medium do I use?

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Textured, White Watercolour Paper acid free 300gsm,  40.5 x 30.5

with mount 30 x 20

Derwent Graphic pencils 

9B -H

 

Once drawing is finalised the portrait is sprayed with Winsor & Newton Professional Fixative to prevent smudge and fade.

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Frames are black, white or wood effect. Others can be arranged at request.

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