Portrait Prep: How to Diagram a Face

Students of portraiture know that an understanding of anatomy is important for creating a structurally sound, believable likeness, but with so much information out there it can be overwhelming trying to figure out how to begin your study of this important topic. In this lesson, join artist and instructor Suzanne Brooker as she simplifies portrait anatomy into a straightforward process anyone can use to prepare to paint portraits from photographs! You’ll learn how to assess facial features, diagram key landmarks of the skull, and find reliable measurements to establish excellent proportions, setting you up for success in your portrait drawings and paintings.