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How to Draw the Head / Face / Portrait with Steve Huston PART 1 (3 HOURS!)

9,890,536 views October 29, 2015 3:08:37

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In brief

This video teaches how to build a realistic head structure using basic geometric shapes like boxes, cylinders, and spheres, covering multiple perspectives. Steve Huston demonstrates the Old Masters’ approach, then guides you through constructing intermediate facial features like eyes, nose, mouth, and ears. Ideal for artists aiming to strengthen foundational drawing skills before refining details.

Key steps

  1. Build intermediate constructs for eyes, nose, mouth, and ears on the base structure
  2. Follow along with Steve’s timed practice exercise to apply techniques independently
  3. Compare your work to Steve’s personal approach for constructive feedback

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Constructing the human head starts with basic shapes. Instructor Steve Huston demonstrates how to use boxes, cylinders, and spheres to form the head's basic structure. He focuses on constructing the head in different perspectives, ensuring a solid foundation for the facial features. For more detailed areas like the eyes, nose, mouth, and ears, Steve covers intermediate constructs.

Follow along as Steve illustrates how the Old Masters approached head construction. You’ll also get a timed assignment to practice these techniques and see Steve's personal approach to the exercise.

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New Masters Academy published this 3:08:37 video tutorial on October 29, 2015. It has been watched 9,890,536 times on YouTube.

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October 29, 2015
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