The Importance of Drawing Faces

And upcoming Art Gym Announcement!

Drawing faces is super important for picture book illustrators, whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro. Here's why:

1. Character Building: Faces help create unique and expressive characters. Practicing different expressions adds depth and relatability to your illustrations.

2. Telling Stories: Faces convey emotions and set the mood for your story. Practice helps you nail the right expressions to match your narrative.

3. Understanding Anatomy: Getting facial anatomy right is key. Regular practice improves proportions and perspective in your illustrations.

4. Adaptability: Whether you're doing a cute kid's book or a serious graphic novel, faces are central. Practice makes you versatile across different genres and styles.

5. Visual Communication: Faces speak volumes in illustrations, conveying emotions and thoughts without words. Practice enhances your ability to communicate complex ideas visually.

6. Engaging Readers: Well-drawn faces grab attention and draw readers into the story. Practicing expressive faces helps you connect with your audience on a deeper level.

ART GTM this month is all about Drawing Faces.

Building on one of the early Ten Minute Artist Challenges

We’ll be drawing pages and pages of faces with you in a fun way!
Art Gym is suitable for all levels! Register for this month’s Live session on the 26th of March, NOW!

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