Many artists, including myself, have faced challenges when trying to capture faces accurately. I’ve created a straightforward tutorial to help you understand my approach to drawing faces, both from the front and the side, in my style. I'll guide you through each step, explaining how I do it and offering tips along the way.

Let’s start with the basics. For drawing faces, you only need a few supplies: a piece of paper, a pencil (either traditional or mechanical), and an eraser. I also use an eraser pen for precision work, but it’s not essential.

If you’re interested in the exact tools I use, you can find links to them on my website.

First, begin by drawing a circle for the head. This might seem basic, but if you struggle with circles, check out my tutorial on drawing them. Next, draw a guideline down the center of the circle. This might be more useful for perspectives but I use it as a habit. Connect the circle to this line to form the head shape. Pay attention to the proportions as this will determine how your face looks.

When drawing the face, start with the chin.

Make sure to add another guideline for the eyes to ensure they are evenly placed. The chin's position affects the whole face, so get this right. Once the chin and guidelines are set, sketch the nose starting from the middle of the face and extending to the jawline. Place the mouth in the lower third of the face.

Many people find drawing eyes challenging. Adding an extra guideline for the eyes can help with placement. I also like to include the neck and ears to better visualize the face in space. This step is more about habit but helps in positioning the head correctly.

When adding hair, start by blocking in the hairstyle. This helps to ensure it has the right volume and shape. This stage is crucial as it lets you spot any mistakes before adding finer details. Erase any unnecessary lines that are covered by the hair. Use an eraser pen for precision here if needed.

For the final details, add the eyes, teeth, and any additional elements. I often draw open mouths with visible teeth to add dimension to the face. Make the nose petite and add some shadow for realism. Draw the eyes according to my eye-drawing tutorial for consistency.

If you’re also interested in drawing hairstyles, envision where the hair originates from and add strands accordingly. Regularly check if the hair aligns with the origin point to maintain consistency.

I hope you find this overview helpful. If you do, please give the video a thumbs up and take a screenshot of the summary. You can also check out my other tutorials on drawing hair, eyes, and poses.