This book is for anybody who wants to become confident in drawing faces -
whether you are a complete novice or a more experienced artist. From basic facial structures to finer details, this book teaches you the fundamentals of portraiture, and also allows you space to practise on the page. Learn how to:
· Understand anatomy and form
· Use light and shade
· Sketch in profile and front on
· Draw details such as hair and wrinkles
· Capture likeness and expression
The book lays flat to allow you to draw comfortably and has an elastic band to keep your drawings safe. It is also small and compact enough to fit inside your bag and each exercise has an estimated completion time, so it doesn't matter where you are, you'll always be able to find time and inspiration to practice.
About Jake Spicer
Jake Spicer is an artist and drawing tutor based in Brighton, England. He is head tutor at the independent drawing school Draw, a co-director of the Drawing Circus and regularly runs portrait and figure drawing courses for the Camden Arts Centre and National Portrait Gallery. Visit his website www.jakespicerart.co.uk to learn more about his artwork.
