Portraits 1

I'll have to concede that drawing non-digitally (I might say "analogue") is more precise. Hence, I'll be doing portraits (but not still lifes) in graphite-- perhaps complimented by ink. The top four portraits are of random photos done about three inches tall in 0.5 mm 2H lead. Top right was first, as you might be able to tell. I'm beginning to notice my own style in these images, and I don't like it. For the next few weeks, I'll be studying impressionism to force myself to get sloppier (and blend colors). Oh, and I hope you recognize the final portrait. Maybe it's just easier to draw people one admires, but I can already see improvement.
 

07/19/14