8 TIPS - DRAW A BETTER PORTRAIT (Realistic Face From Life)

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  • Опубліковано 5 жов 2019
  • This drawing tutorial gives you 8 helpful tips to improve your drawing and to learn how to draw a better realistic portrait and realistic face from life. It's a complete art lesson on how to draw a portrait from life. And then how to finish that live portrait in your studio, working from a photo.
    You'll find that these 8 tips are foundational to drawing a realistic face using any drawing medium, including charcoal or graphite pencil. And these art tips cover every step of the portraiture drawing process.
    Yes! You can absolutely follow along as I work from live model Corrie and use sighting to determine the height-to-width ratio of her face, indicate placement of her features, block in the basic shapes of her face, establish the shadow and light shapes, and then refine everything to bring Corrie's portrait to a realistic finish.
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    Dedicated to teaching you the skills needed to draw and paint successfully.
    Hey! I'm Don Stewart. You'll notice that I produced a lot of the videos here on the ArtistChronicle channel in 2009 to 2013. Where have I been? Well, in 2013 my priority became getting better at teaching offline. But now, in 2020, I'm online again! With renewed zeal and dedication to providing quality how to draw and how to paint video lessons!
    This video is one of the latest and more with this new format are coming soon. But, whether you watch the latest or videos from a decade ago, I genuinely hope you find them all to be informative - and any kookiness to be entertaining. Hey, learning should be fun! You remember more :)
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    Artist, Producer, Editing - Don Stewart (donstewart.com)
    Model - Corrie
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  • @feshgogulululu
    @feshgogulululu 3 роки тому +506

    Okay but can we talk about that epic editing?

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +70

      Don't know if it's epic… exactly… but thanks! 😉

    • @itzme.7389
      @itzme.7389 2 роки тому +6

      It is great

    • @egglover8256
      @egglover8256 2 роки тому +2

      @@artistchronicle What app did you use sir??

    • @arungaikwad848
      @arungaikwad848 3 місяці тому

      Very excellent drow can you suggest me book name how to maser bay stick or pancil all tips insid for live portrait

  • @kickthemik
    @kickthemik 3 роки тому +965

    this video was so easy to understand and kept me engaged the entire time. i was surprised bc usually watching tutorial videos is pretty boring for me and most of the time I feel like I sort of already know most of the stuff they're saying. but this video was actually really helpful and entertaining! totally underrated tho :(

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +57

      Thanks so much for your comment! Very encouraging… I really appreciate it!

    • @jeyms9697
      @jeyms9697 3 роки тому +5

      Wow same it just like I watched it for 2mins nice content♥️

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +8

      @@jeyms9697 Awesome! Thanks for your comment!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +6

      @@jeyms9697 Awesome!

    • @campcamptrash9517
      @campcamptrash9517 3 роки тому +7

      Same I have ADHD and ADD so it's hard for me to concentrate on a tutorial video matter how hard I want too I get distracted

  • @bluestorm9744
    @bluestorm9744 3 роки тому +843

    Spoiler : Everything it's a shape

    • @rishik7665
      @rishik7665 3 роки тому +52

      *_aLwaYs hAS bEEN_*

    • @haloeffect.3561
      @haloeffect.3561 3 роки тому +11

      @Ted Bundy but it makes drawing way more easier in many places I think.

    • @Nfaigones
      @Nfaigones 3 роки тому +15

      As the title it is.
      It's tips. Not saying that its all applicable in all portrait drawing or subject to draw okey?
      But all of the contents of his video helps most specially those beginners.
      So stop saying nah. Trying to act better than him..

    • @zzeckerrecker5649
      @zzeckerrecker5649 3 роки тому +2

      aLwaYs

    • @yukiannie666
      @yukiannie666 Рік тому +2

      the lamest comment ive read here... this deserves a big DUH!!! 😂

  • @varlyte32
    @varlyte32 4 роки тому +367

    Thats actually really helpful, thank you! AND funny too!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  4 роки тому +22

      You're welcome, Cassiopey! Thanks so much for your comment!

    • @stradivariuskalitechnara6856
      @stradivariuskalitechnara6856 3 роки тому +1

      @@artistchronicle Hy ,grats for answering in comments. Can please draw an photo portet image' skech colored ,to send this with e mail ?

  • @jungkookstattoo5013
    @jungkookstattoo5013 3 роки тому +158

    THIS VIDEO HELPED ME SOO MUCH I CAN'T EXPRESS IT! I REALLY HAD PROBLEMS WITH DRAWING A FACE AND NOW THE TIPS OF MEASURING THE FACE MADE MY DRAWING SO INCREDIBLY PERFECT!!!YOUR TIPS ARE SO AMAZING I LOVE THIS CHANNEL AND WILL ALWAYS SUPPORT IT!!!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +15

      I'm so glad you found the tips helpful! Glad you commented, too… thanks for your support! 😊

    • @VictoriaTheGalaxy
      @VictoriaTheGalaxy Місяць тому +2

      This is a actual video of describing of how to draw portrait like a professional,
      It's very rare to find video like this with such a useful information❤

  • @binu7645
    @binu7645 3 роки тому +204

    This video and channel deserves more recognition..

  • @ger8070
    @ger8070 3 роки тому +11

    When you see a person who takes the pencil just like that, you know the drawing is going to be so good!!!!!

  • @woowee3280
    @woowee3280 3 роки тому +98

    i find this actually very informative, i never thought of thinking of everything of something i draw as a shape therefore limiting me from drawing much of a face since i can never pin it down, and the other aspect of scaling that you demonstrated is what finally helped me understand how to effectively check the scale of a person or thing’s face/size, also love your humor! keep up the good work too!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +6

      Awesome! I'm so glad you found the video helpful! Thanks for your comments! 😊

  • @bridgetmartin525
    @bridgetmartin525 3 роки тому +9

    This video is not JUST helpful, but very enjoyable to watch. Don has an admirable sense of humor that is very engaging! Love it

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +1

      Wow… awesome! Thanks so much for you comment!

  • @icwilson
    @icwilson 4 роки тому +66

    This is one of the best tutorials you've offered. Thanks!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks, Bunny! I really appreciate the positive feedback!

  • @courtneylirette7331
    @courtneylirette7331 3 роки тому +41

    This was very helpful.. I draw just as a hobby but have only taken a art class way back in elementary school. I usually just stick to what is easy for me (mostly plants) but I have wanted to learn how to draw people to challenge myself and (hopefully) improve my skills in the process.. turning the image upside down just helped me see so much that I wasn't seeing before... so awesome

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +4

      Awesome! I'm so glad you found the tips helpful. Yes, turning everything upside down is something I did as an illustrator, often. It was especially helpful as a very last step before shipping everything to the client. Good luck with it all! 😊

  • @sketchyplanet5109
    @sketchyplanet5109 3 роки тому +78

    SHES SO BEAUTIFUL ! 💞

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +17

      I'm sure she would appreciate that comment. Thanks!

    • @Shivshakti3012
      @Shivshakti3012 2 роки тому +2

      Exactly.. pretty and adorable ❤️❤️

  • @ariannebantolio8757
    @ariannebantolio8757 3 роки тому +86

    this was a really entertaining and helpful,i learned a lot

  • @onestoplocation
    @onestoplocation 3 роки тому +23

    Sooooo gooooood! This man deserves a best art teacher award on an international level.

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +3

      Haha… don't know if I'd go that far, but thanks very much for the comment!

  • @lornagipson452
    @lornagipson452 Рік тому +2

    So grateful I found this.

  • @slayer8actual
    @slayer8actual 11 місяців тому +3

    Corrie was great as your live model. I don't know if she's done that type of work before, but one thing I found out long ago when working with some models is that getting them to relax can be the toughest part of the session. Some models get nervous because the artist is just "staring" at them or they get anxious because they don't know what to do, or just making eye contact with them for long periods can be uncomfortable if they are not used to that.
    So what I do is just talk to them about anything but the modeling. Small talk while I take the major measurements, or establish the layout does not require them to be perfectly still and they can loosen up a bit and get comfortable. I also like to take photos so I can reference them later to fill in the fine details that take the most time without the model having to even be there. Photos are also great to keep the light source the same depending on where you are sitting the model and the light source(s) available.
    I enjoyed your instructions, but to be honest with you what really got me to watch this video was your thumbnail. It showed Corrie and she looks like a twin sister to a model I am currently using and have drawn many times over the past year. When I asked her to pose almost a year ago, she was always nervous, laughed a lot, couldn't hold a pose, got embarrassed and all those things new models tend to do. Now she is very relaxed, goes straight into the poses, follows instructions perfectly - "look there, look here, up, down, smile, serious, turn..." It's a blessing to have such a great model and it looks as if you found one in Corrie as well.

  • @VercilJuan
    @VercilJuan 3 роки тому +56

    this video is so helpful. damn, its so underrated

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +5

      Awesome! Really appreciate the comment!

    • @yovaporable
      @yovaporable 3 роки тому

      why is it un

    • @VercilJuan
      @VercilJuan 2 роки тому

      @@yovaporable at the time of commenting, it only had 12k views. Glad it blew up

  • @diclepolat6370
    @diclepolat6370 3 роки тому +3

    i just discovered your channel and realized you’re telling every tip that i couldn’t find in any other channel and found out on my own (like the order of the stages, revealing the shape of the shadows at first, turning everything upside down etc.) you’re my favorite now 🔥

  • @saintdarkside8486
    @saintdarkside8486 2 роки тому

    I have just recently watched a dozen “how to draw a portrait” videos. This one is by far the one that helped me the most. Not to mention you are a very likable person.

  • @easyvwj597
    @easyvwj597 3 роки тому +2

    This helps me so much. Measuring, and not identifying eyes as eyes amd just as shapes, and blocking out the shadows. Very helpful, thanks!

  • @jettractor502
    @jettractor502 3 роки тому +12

    great tutorial! Being able to see shapes and darkness while ignoring the subject makes everything so much more fun to draw too.

  • @carljohnquitan6329
    @carljohnquitan6329 3 роки тому +43

    I love how you point things out, it's clear and straight to the point. The visuals also helps to point out the details on the instruction. I find it fun to watch and at the same time I'm getting knowledge from your video. Thanks for the informations!😁

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +2

      You're very welcome! And thanks! I really appreciate your positive feedback… very encouraging!

  • @LoliPlay-vd1kz
    @LoliPlay-vd1kz 2 роки тому

    I love the way he talks, so comfortable to hear and easy to understand even without subtitle ❤️

  • @sanmarino647
    @sanmarino647 2 роки тому +2

    Great job, Don! Thanks for teaching us from your experience. The tips are invaluable! Bravo.

  • @Aryanvermastudios
    @Aryanvermastudios 3 роки тому +13

    Happy New year 🍀💗 this is Very helpful ❤️☺️

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому

      Thanks! Happy New Year to you, too… glad you found it helpful! 😊

    • @sakshi_Mali_
      @sakshi_Mali_ Рік тому +1

      Hii Aryan bhai💜😲💨

    • @permlata7544
      @permlata7544 Рік тому

      Aryan Bhai aap bhi art videos dekhte ho😊 vaise apne kiska portrait banana tha 😂

  • @Jasmineg-ib3we
    @Jasmineg-ib3we 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for making this simple to understand with thorough examples. Art gives me anxiety due to my perfectionist heart, and so many people simply say to do things but they don't explain it well and leave it more for interpretation. Thank you again sir, I love your videos🖤

  • @tapski1
    @tapski1 2 роки тому

    Amazing tutorial!!! Clear and concise, THANK YOU!!!

  • @Thatkid698
    @Thatkid698 Рік тому +1

    I’m a young artist doing portraits, I’ve been doing art basically my whole life. And this Video helps a lot, thanks!

  • @gailengolmei2310
    @gailengolmei2310 2 роки тому +3

    I love your works and your explanation is really easy to understand thanks a lot❤️

  • @itz_anna6733
    @itz_anna6733 Рік тому +5

    Helped me sooooo much! I was drawing a portrait of my grandma for her birthday and I would never done it without this video. Thank you so much 😊

  • @cognidecklimited6289
    @cognidecklimited6289 2 роки тому

    Love this video. Learned a lot

  • @finora16
    @finora16 2 роки тому +2

    I haven't enjoyed a tutorial as much as this one for a while🥰😄

  • @emmachowa
    @emmachowa 3 роки тому +3

    You give great advices and your drawings are above perfection. I'm sure that your tips will enable me to enhance the way I draw portraits. Thanks!

  • @sttoussaintchannel4333
    @sttoussaintchannel4333 3 роки тому +6

    This was extremely helpful thank you!

  • @greyswandir2807
    @greyswandir2807 2 роки тому

    I NEED to remember these!
    NEED.
    ...
    ...
    NEED.

  • @utu4
    @utu4 2 роки тому

    Learnt so much .... Truly helpful

  • @natalykenny2069
    @natalykenny2069 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for a very informative and concise tutorial! The visual elements are excellent!👍❤

  • @khadijahanum8875
    @khadijahanum8875 3 роки тому +4

    i am just so glad to see this video as it is way more helpful!

  • @angeltitis8723
    @angeltitis8723 Рік тому

    Haven't drawn for along time and I really want to learn to do portraits, am so happy I found this video

  • @kgown2008
    @kgown2008 2 роки тому

    Amazing simple,helpful and clear..

  • @rashdafaridi
    @rashdafaridi 3 роки тому +4

    Best , thats how i teach my students, he compiled every thing in few tips great teacher .

  • @monaalavi4646
    @monaalavi4646 2 роки тому +3

    Helpful! 👍🏻I did not expect the drawing to be this similar to the model at first! And I'm mostly concerned about the similarity between my work and the model so if I get disappointed I simply give up continuing it! ☹

  • @carolinamoralesgarcia4367
    @carolinamoralesgarcia4367 2 роки тому

    Amazing! Thank you so much!

  • @nilotpalneogy6211
    @nilotpalneogy6211 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you. This was fun and informative. Also, Corrie is very patient .

  • @englishtea9094
    @englishtea9094 3 роки тому +33

    I just discovered your channel and before I really thought you had millions of subscribers. Your videos are so well done. Easy to understand and the editing is F A B. I also love the humour that you add. Keep it up! ;)

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +5

      I'm so glad you commented! Very encouraging! Thanks :)

  • @wonchuianu7500
    @wonchuianu7500 3 роки тому +5

    This art could step on me and I'd thank you for it.✌️

  • @juliahelland6488
    @juliahelland6488 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing this! 💯

  • @stefanmiddelton7626
    @stefanmiddelton7626 5 місяців тому

    This is exactly what I needed, everything was perfect,the explanation is easy to understand, there's humour,the model is beautiful,and now I understand what "seeing shapes" truly means. Thank you.

  • @angecoco7359
    @angecoco7359 2 роки тому +7

    You know this moment when you see a master at work ?! I felt that.

  • @leekeeyaw
    @leekeeyaw 3 роки тому +14

    This was really helpfull! Especially for a beginner like me! Im trying to make a protrait with only online references so i cant know the height, but it still really helpfull tho!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Have fun with it… thanks for commenting! 🙂

  • @strangebanglanews83
    @strangebanglanews83 2 роки тому

    What a great artist you are ......just inspired me

  • @Hangkasturi_98
    @Hangkasturi_98 Рік тому

    Thank you so much !... this video help me motivated to not give up on art.

  • @ariannebantolio8757
    @ariannebantolio8757 3 роки тому +10

    i believe artist like this deserves a million,lovelots sir!

  • @mariabook140
    @mariabook140 3 роки тому +6

    Why us this man so adorable😂♥️

  • @esayeniem
    @esayeniem 2 місяці тому

    The most helpful and to the point tutorial video ever! Thank you so much 🤗

  • @zemiii9488
    @zemiii9488 3 роки тому

    Very CLEAR!! Straight to the point!

  • @phenomenalartist......9611
    @phenomenalartist......9611 2 роки тому +3

    Your tips helps to make a potrait of Albert Einstein

  • @tan3046
    @tan3046 3 роки тому +5

    What pencil can i use Mr.Artistchronicle also thank you for this video and those tips i will practice on my drawings

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +2

      You're welcome! These tips work with any drawing medium. Graphite, charcoal, etc. I used a combination of General's charcoal pencils and Conte sketching pencils.

    • @tan3046
      @tan3046 3 роки тому +1

      @@artistchronicle well thank you very much sir always be safe and godbless

  • @erichlynn3271
    @erichlynn3271 Рік тому

    THIS IS SO HELPFULL!

  • @gweneverecouspec2521
    @gweneverecouspec2521 2 роки тому

    I loved this, you have a great personality!

  • @marishasveganworld2240
    @marishasveganworld2240 3 роки тому +8

    Great tips!
    I love broccoli though 🥦 even if it’s asymmetrical.

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +1

      Haha… me too, Marisha. Me too 😉

    • @illustratornamedkasper
      @illustratornamedkasper 3 роки тому

      I'd say not even a face is symmetrical, nothing in nature is really, if you look close enough. But broccoli is fun to draw! Romanesco too!

    • @marishasveganworld2240
      @marishasveganworld2240 3 роки тому +1

      @@illustratornamedkasper
      Yes, agreed. Nothing is truly perfectly symmetrical and that’s not a problem 🌱

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +1

      @@illustratornamedkasper True that. Glad you commented! (Haha… will have to try drawing Romanesco next) 🥦🥦🥦

  • @joelevangelio4074
    @joelevangelio4074 3 роки тому +6

    when you said, see it as a shape , I remember another great teacher in youtube, his name is Yong Chen,
    " Great minds think alike"

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому +1

      Seeing everything as a shape is a common 'strategy' for drawing and painting in a representational (realistic) way. One that is taught by a lot of art teachers, I imagine. Glad you commented!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  3 роки тому

      @@honketyhonk8414 lol

  • @yessmartynepal7928
    @yessmartynepal7928 Рік тому

    Love ❤️ your tips

  • @dhairya_dalela
    @dhairya_dalela Рік тому

    This video helped me alot in making portraits

  • @azkaali1823
    @azkaali1823 3 роки тому +6

    Me: at 3 am
    Yes it's the best time to learn drawing

  • @johanherein6956
    @johanherein6956 Рік тому

    The Best! Thank you!

  • @karunaarts6724
    @karunaarts6724 Рік тому

    Wow.. the tips are so much useful, thankyou so much

  • @kevinshepherd5331
    @kevinshepherd5331 3 місяці тому

    Incredibly useful video on drawing portraits😊😺

  • @rxhxnxtxjx3314
    @rxhxnxtxjx3314 Рік тому

    I love Corrie!😍

  • @gwenhutson
    @gwenhutson 8 місяців тому

    Best demo of basic skills for life drawing I’ve ever seen. Great video!!!

  • @pointnewbie2548
    @pointnewbie2548 2 роки тому +1

    You are looking so experienced man this is your first video i watched it's really helpful thankyou very very much

  • @nadlavoie7868
    @nadlavoie7868 3 місяці тому

    One of the best tutorial we receive in class and I would have love you as a teacher ! 😂 You incorporate humour and knowkedge !

  • @darynvz
    @darynvz Рік тому

    You're brilliant.🙌🏼

  • @chandrikathapa1551
    @chandrikathapa1551 3 роки тому

    Liked those simple and short, to the point guide. Easy to understand and follow. Thanks.

  • @Maria-kf7ih
    @Maria-kf7ih 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much! ❤️

  • @a1124z1
    @a1124z1 2 роки тому

    I'm so glad I found this video

  • @stephendoran2545
    @stephendoran2545 Рік тому

    I really liked these tips.

  • @karthikjr
    @karthikjr 2 роки тому

    So well done with the edit!

  • @waqarishaqui348
    @waqarishaqui348 2 роки тому

    Subscribed. Love this mans humor. It seriously helps

  • @SeekAndYeShallFindGod
    @SeekAndYeShallFindGod Рік тому

    Very straightforward tutorial. A+++ thanks

  • @GAWells-lj7qo
    @GAWells-lj7qo 2 роки тому

    super simple & entertaining, bite size video! Thank you.

  • @singh_snehil_
    @singh_snehil_ 2 роки тому

    It was helpful. Thank you!

  • @AlbertoGarcia-oc7ev
    @AlbertoGarcia-oc7ev 2 роки тому

    awesome video! thank you!!

  • @amitprakashingulkar9393
    @amitprakashingulkar9393 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this tutorial. It's very helpful 👍👍🙏🙏

  • @hammill444
    @hammill444 Рік тому

    Boy, it would be so gratifying to be this talented

  • @louisianalevy7484
    @louisianalevy7484 2 роки тому +2

    Great video! Everything is explained really well and I’m excited to tryout these tips ❤️👍

  • @abfg616
    @abfg616 5 місяців тому

    Your presentation is electric, I love it!

  • @jitukaja
    @jitukaja 3 роки тому +1

    Good to know that shape!!

  • @kuromiisgreat
    @kuromiisgreat Рік тому

    thank you so much!i am gonna inprove my art.

  • @avoice6461
    @avoice6461 Рік тому

    Love it! I’m learning so much!!!

  • @user-en8zf2xw5d
    @user-en8zf2xw5d 9 місяців тому

    Thanks you make my talent improved ❤❤❤❤

  • @jzorto8955
    @jzorto8955 2 роки тому

    This was an amazing video! Going to reference back to this when it’s my turn to make my final self-portrait project for uni. Thank u :)

  • @dodgygoose3054
    @dodgygoose3054 Рік тому

    Thanks, actual tips, that are tips!

  • @hues_nclues
    @hues_nclues 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing your tips ❤️❤️❤️❤️. Loved it

  • @wahaha0927
    @wahaha0927 4 роки тому

    Thank you. Just wanted to say this was very helpful. Ive been subscribed to you for so long and what a coincidence that you uploaded something recently just when I decided to draw again. Thanks again and keep safe!

    • @artistchronicle
      @artistchronicle  4 роки тому

      That's awesome! Thanks for letting me know... synchronicity, for sure!

  • @bhelunga155
    @bhelunga155 2 роки тому +1

    You're a true legend, sir!

  • @timmyvarte7833
    @timmyvarte7833 3 роки тому

    The way u teach is soo easy to learn and understand👍

  • @curlykidvibesss
    @curlykidvibesss 2 роки тому

    Thank you this really helped me

  • @nadeemsiddiqui1929
    @nadeemsiddiqui1929 2 роки тому

    Described in detail Thank you

  • @longjamranjit1682
    @longjamranjit1682 Рік тому

    Unique quality of fine arts is there in this art channel. 👍👍👍