Portrait. Basic Course on Drawing People. Fundamentals of Drawing and Finding Your Style

Portrait is one of the oldest forms of painting. We see portraits in history textbooks, museums, galleries, and on Wikipedia pages. The new book from 3dtotal will allow us to view the already familiar form of classical art from a new angle. In the pages of this book, you will find a complete course on creating portraits from renowned artists around the world — from the director of the Long Island Academy of Fine Art to successful freelance illustrators. Together with them, you will discover the secrets behind creating a good drawing, how to work with images of people in traditional materials and digital programs, and how to make mistakes without harming the final work. What awaits you on the pages of this book? - Explanation of the basic principles of portrait painting. - A detailed cycle of creating a portrait: from sketching and finding proportions to working with color and tone. - Step-by-step analysis of works by leading artists in traditional techniques and digital art. - Tips from professionals around the world and a gallery with beautiful references for inspiration. Get inspired by different approaches to classical art, learn something new, and practice every day with 3dtotal!