You Will be Able to Draw Faces by the End of This Book

Description

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, the 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 competition time, so it doesn't matter where you are, you'll always be able to find time and inspiration to practice.

Jake Spicer is a passionate advocate of drawing as a tool for social change, communication & investigation and promotes wider visual literacy through his works as an artist, author & tutor. He lives in North Wales and works as head tutor of the independent drawing school Draw Brighton, Co-Director of the Drawing Circus and as a visiting tutor at galleries & institutions across the UK, including the National Portrait Gallery, Camden Arts Centre, V&A and Brighton University. www.jakespicerart.co.uk @jakespicerart