The secret to finishing class assignments efficiently is the workflow. Start with a strong, recognizable shape. Big Masses: Block in the large areas of light and shadow. Features: Place the eyes, nose, and mouth.
This is where class work moves into true artistry. Shape language involves using geometric shapes to convey personality. The secret to finishing class assignments efficiently is
Convey friendliness, softness, and innocence. Features: Place the eyes, nose, and mouth
Limit your value range. A powerful stylized portrait often uses only 3 to 5 distinct values (darkest dark, mid-tone, highlight) to create a bold, graphic look. Convey friendliness, softness, and innocence
Master the "Hard, Soft, and Lost" edges. A crisp edge along the jawline contrasted with a soft transition on the cheek creates a professional, painted feel. 3. Color Theory and Skin Tones
Stylization allows for "expressive color," but color still needs to follow the laws of light.
Even in stylized work, adding a bit of saturated red/orange where light passes through thin skin (like ears or nostrils) adds a "fleshy" life to the painting.