Welcome to

le Visage

4

lesson one :
portrait in black and white

Let us begin our journey with a focus on drawing and value in this black and white portrait. I will guide you to create this feminine portrait using photo reference. We will hone our observation and drawing skills and explore a wonderful mixed media approach -

Working first in black and white with charcoal is such a great study in value and of course constructing a face and observing the light and dark is always a joy and wonderful practice! The soft addition of acrylic glazes of color was the finishing touch.

supply list

reference image

portrait in black and white - Part 1

portrait in black and white - Part 2

portrait in black and white - Part 3

portrait in black and white - Part 4

Let's continue to lesson two...