How to Draw Portraits

How To Draw Portraits by Charles Wood is a comprehensive guide that teaches the art of capturing the likeness and personality of a person through drawing. The book covers both the technical and creative aspects of portrait drawing, starting with the basics of anatomy, proportion and composition, and progressing to more advanced techniques such as shading, texture and color.The author provides step-by-step instructions and tips on how to approach different types of faces, from young children to elderly people, and how to convey emotions and expressions through the use of line, tone and form. He also discusses the importance of observation and practice, and encourages readers to experiment with different styles and mediums to develop their own unique style.In addition to the practical advice, the book also includes inspiring examples of portraits by famous artists throughout history, as well as contemporary artists who demonstrate a range of styles and approaches to portrait drawing. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, How To Draw Portraits is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their skills and create compelling and realistic portraits.This is a new release of the original 1944 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.