Learn to draw people of all ages and ethnicities through easy-to-follow instruction and 20 step-by-step projects.

From social media star and professional artist @clsamet, Samet Turkan, Pencil Drawing Portraits includes drawing projects, helpful tips, instructions for adding light and shadow to create dimension, realistic artwork, and more. Gain confidence by drawing the subjects in the book, and then apply those skills to drawing even more portraits, whether you use reference photos or your loved ones as subjects. Geared toward beginners but valuable for artists of any skill level looking to improve their drawing skills, this essential guide breaks down drawing into a fun, approachable hobby.

Learn about:

• Drawing tools and materials
• Sketching
• Adding light and shadow
• Proportions in drawing
• Creating realistic facial expressions
• Drawing expressive eyes
• Creating hair, mouths, and noses
• And more!

Pencil-drawn illustrations demonstrate each step, and plenty of projects are included for a well-rounded and insightful look at drawing portraits. Get off to a great start drawing portraits in pencil with this beginner-friendly guide.

About the Author
Samet Turkan is a young artist living in Istanbul, Turkey. He is @clsamet online, and his passion for art and approachable drawing style have allowed him to build his large, engaged following quickly. Now a full-time artist, Samet seeks to help others learn to draw as well.


Book Information
ISBN 9780760391372
Author Samet Turkan
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Walter Foster Publishing
Publisher Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Weight(grams) 544g