How I Practice Drawing FACES (Beginner Friendly)

I hope this helps the babies out, remember that the most important thing is to just pick up your pencil and have FUN!!
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[@_anushka_draws]

When birbs have more game than Sam 🗿

[@stormyay]

Bro the fact that this aint blown up yet is crazy

[@aoi_lovesart]

​@@stormyay yeah because it was Uploaded just now?

[@azuki.mv4]

​@@stormyay nah u tweaking this blew up right away

[@rockitrocket]

Hahahahaha 😂 ❤

[@AdKartadinata]

Birb teach me your ways

[@pigeonanimations6118]

This is an amazing change of pace. Seing sam's mistakes and thought process is 100 times better than any Tik Tok art tips

[@Monkey.D.Stuffy]

exactly!!!!!!!!!!

[@nastaeyah]

Yes!!!

[@samankucher5117]

indeed :3

[@Nicnacsqt]

CRINGE TIKTOK

[@neroarchangel]

If you're on TikTok to learn art, you're the problem!

[@ChantelleArts]

I always love seeing Sam work traditionally 😊

[@startingmap2387]

I agree, its nice to see different styles from him

[@user-qj5no9vp1e]

Same!!! I'm a traditional sketch artist, so though the digital art videos are fun, I can't engage with them as much as with this sort of content. :D

[@barbelmeier741]

I love to see him work traditionally, too. 😊

[@Just1boba]

It’s sort of gives a refreshing feeling of sorts, I dunno if the it’s the vibe he has on his desk or a digital artist (most of the time) doing traditional art.

[@reze2989]

Sam's intros are getting more and more interesting every video

[@startingmap2387]

No theyre not

[@CatieVine]

I have a collection of Sam’s beautiful intro faces💀

[@mariagonzalezituarte]

@@startingmap2387 no need to be rude dude

[@baffledbat]

Yes, the birb rizz is growing

[@startingmap2387]

@@mariagonzalezituarte Tbh I only made that comment to get a reaction. I don’t actually disagree lol merry christmas thanks for being a nice person either way

[@ellimuze5915]

It’s so nice to see artists as practiced as Sam struggle in the same ways I do sometimes with faces. It helps you to realize that “failure” as Sam calls it, is normal and even good at times to help you grow. It makes my own failures feel less detrimental to my art journey

[@aspenisthebest]

if you don't let yourself fail then you'll never succeed

[@req.trecords237]

agreed !

[@tpxalpha]

finally i can now draw excellent faces on my stickfigures

[@misterdinkleberg]

You've drawn more sketches than I've drawn all year lollll art hasn't been as fun for me lately but this has me wanting to practice !

[@hermi1-kenobi455]

Same 💀💀💀💀

[@jenscurtius8375]

Well those were mostly 10min exercises. Imagine what you could Do in an hour if you wouldnt block yourself 😶‍🌫️ imagine 🤌

[@itsSKR]

real

[@madflag_]

I spent a the last year practicing art and studying, in 2023 I didn't studied as much and drew more, but as time went on, I made less drawings than before I learned/practice it sucks

[@superstargalaxy3974]

This came at a perfect time. I JUST got back into learning how to draw faces/heads again

[@R3innDoesSketches]

Have fun and dont overdo!

[@atharvsrivastava2277]

we need a birb webtoon showing their love and how they are having issues in their love life bcuz of sam

[@viizuni]

like forbidden love lmaoo

[@ActionStarSimp]

12:45 - When I started doing more anatomy practice with muscular men, I found that drawing action stars works very well for that! Actors such as Sylvester Stallone and Dolph Lundgren were my main references for muscular male bodies because they are two of my absolute favorite actors. I don't think I would have learned the anatomy as well as I did if I had not drawn guys I really liked.

[@kinjalgharat2313]

I was just facing an art block and I started drawing today after 7 whole days and was struggling with faces this video inspired me to draw faces no matter however they are and also just because of you I started my first sketchbook. So thanks sam ❤ And I am seeing many comments about how you posted this video on the perfect timing and it is true, in my case too!😊

[@DahyuneeJire]

This video has just given me so much motivation alone to try more traditional through watching you sketch. 🙏 I’m so happy you’ve shared this with us-I’ve been in an artblock for months now and it’s been so draining, I’ve tried atleast a doodle each week, but what was throwing me off each time was my faces. And I’ve been wondering how will I learn to draw them better, and this video has helped tons already. Thank you so much Sam

[@stephanelarocque1766]

''Every single masterpiece that you see is built up on a mountain of poo.'' Literally the best quote/advice ever.

[@Fuyoflo]

I went back drawing traditionally and I got so used to digital it was so off. But it was nice to see that I have made progress and my art looks good. This is motivating!

[@orcastrike9515]

This is amazing. Like you mention a lot, I also think artists on social media tend to just show their best pieces, and not all of their mistakes, or even their practice, but seeing your thinking and also some of your mistakes you make will probably be really reassuring first a lot of people :)

[@PentragonCosplay]

His content is so entertaining and helpful at the same time. You learn a lot and the way he is delivering it - so much sass and humor - makes it even better. I would listen to an audiobook spoken by him.

[@kaydeialexander5513]

Haven't drawn in 8 months cus I was feeling insecure about my faces but thanks to Sam I drew and I think they came out pretty good❤❤

[@ChaosPrototypeIX]

As someone who is fascinated by sketching I love this. It would be also nice if you make a video about sketching techniques/linework and some tips of how to generally filter out details from the reference but still to keep the look of the reference.

[@atelsey1]

I have watched 12 or 13 art instructors so far, and I find you to be the most compelling and motivational.

[@mkr3976]

Please make a video on guide to learning anatomy like what you should learn first please 🙏🏻(eyes ,nose,hands,lips,body) cause there is so much to learn and I don’t know where to start 😭

[@avibebot]

This is exactly what the art babies need to hear 👏 Love Sam keeping it real with his art

[@abubakar917]

Art is not all about perfection. It’s about creativity and fun to do! Let your mind be free doesn’t matter it’s ugly. Sometime making mistakes is the key of success like Pablo Picasso, his work is amazing!

[@soldavvid]

Would love to see a livestream someday of you just sketching in your sketchbook while talking to chat!

[@celticmanga]

Something Sam does here (that's not really explained at all, especially to newer artists) is really important to understand if you're a beginner: Sketch like a painter. Don't fill, indixcate. Let me explain: He almost never fills in every single line for every single feature, detail, etc. Rather, he *indicates* these details and leaves gaps in the lines, or variance in the lines, or different levels of thick and thin in said lines. All of this for the face, eyes, nose, shape of the face, the hair, everything. You need gaps and variance, it's important. The shading works the same way, Different levels of dark in the shading, sometimes it's ultra light or ultra dark. It's how you get things to look natural and not "forced". Hope this helps!

[@jeanhanson8744]

I’m so glad I found this video. I’m older and struggle with proportions for portraits . This is very helpful. Thank you so much🤗

[@HarwaniTV]

This is a really good way to keep the basics always up in the head , practicing for less time but pretty much often

[@user-qj5no9vp1e]

I got sick today, so this was lovely to wake up to!!! Thanks for posting, Sam. I'm a traditional sketch artist, so I really really enjoy content like this!!!

[@SoniaBelcadi-iq7tk]

thank you soo much Sam for the tips. My art has improved soo much ever since I started watching your videos.

[@KeenanGao]

This was so so so helpful. I love that you focused on giving your followers specific strategies that they can apply to their own studies and drawings to create an individualized plan for themselves. In hearing how you were able to assess your drawings and make a plan for improvement helps me a lot because I often just blindly start over and "hope" the next one looks better. So I like the amount of time you gave to the importance of intention. Thank you for posting this amazing video.

[@req.trecords237]

bro this vid is so well spoken. Damn it's actually better than any other vid anyone gonna ever watch....if a beginner saw this vid they would be so much better at drawing rather than watching random Loomis method vids....bro explained the thing correctly and simply ! well done !

[@michaelholper]

this video was complete fire. Your pacing is great, you're funny, and you gave a lot of helpful, actionable advice. I have been drawing for the past 9 months, and made a ton of progress, but portraits are like the last big hurdle to deal with, and your advice on putting in the reps is great. I'll be starting tomorrow morning. Thanks so much Sam!

[@dailyreactive]

Thanks Sam, I am a beginner to art but am making steady progress; you and the other wonderful artists on KZbin are a lifesaver.

[@jordankornienko5168]

once Sam beats same face syndrome, it's over for us all

[@nozee77]

I loved this video! Not only watching you draw, but also hearing your thoughts about every page and character, what you did to try to improve, and so on. Very heplful! Would love to see more of this style of video!

[@FlxwerGattosa]

I was practicing some anatomy of faces and I found the perfect motivation video to remind myself to don’t give up and keep up with fun :D

[@birdeynamnam]

I’ve been drawing for a long time and honestly doing only practice and studies for so long that I forgot why I wanted to draw in the first place… Still working on figuring that out, but you inspired me to try and practice with something I love more

[@sophiereiser33]

Once again you have perfect timing. I absolutely love your content and it has helped me so much

[@Manabi05]

Now we need Sam to show us his old poo drawings and draw them again by showing us what when wrong and how to improve them

[@pjlewisful]

I'm a portrait artist but still enjoy sketching like Sam did here. This guy is fun, knowledgeable, and realistic about how to practice drawing. I seldom subscribe on a first view, but I did tonight! Can't wait for more!

[@darkserenity19]

These suggestions are GOLD! Thank you so so much😍

[@user-vt1hl3mu9d]

This is just what I needed to solve my art block. Thank you Sam for saving me from the clutched of death. 😂❤❤

[@jenfries6417]

Perfect timing. I just resolved to get better a faces with more practice. Thanks!

[@gbsartworks4963]

Either traditional or digital, Sam really nails it. Like always.

[@Iopid]

Thank you so much for this man. Ive been drawing for years and this past month I have not enjoyed creating art at all, if things don’t look good within the first few lines I get frustrated and quit. This video reminded me to be loose with my art, not getting bogged down on every detail. I’ve now created a piece which I actually like and had fun creating and only in 10 mins too. Sorry that this was lengthy but I can’t express how much this video helped me ❤

[@Cyra_The_Jedi]

THANKS FOR THE MOTIVATION I NEEDED, SAM!!

[@Jucez]

Seeing sam leave unfinished sketches too makes me feel better

[@SketchbookStudioo]

These little sketches are so cool!! You really simplified them but they look incredible. It really shows that you don’t have to draw every single detail to have an amazing drawing

[@donalsarps345]

Traditional art Sam!!! Let’s go. Keep up the great content. Thank you for never failing to make me laugh.😊

[@chillincleo]

Can we just talk about how nice Sams apartment is like- damn 😮

[@WashWear-ie3qf]

i love how he explains his process, lol my sketchbook looks very similar. same style of sketching too

[@jawshoouhm]

Your mindset is so good and infectious!

[@albertoskytwins3527]

I tried drawing some faces after watching this video and I think it's the first time I actually feel proud of the result, thank you!

[@MrViLLeJacK]

Man ur just awesome! I love your humor as well as the calmness of your voice aligned with all this knowledge! Always a joy to watch with great new insights. Thanks for what you do!

[@shinymetalvids]

This is great, amazing work! These are continuous line drawings btw, a contour drawing is when you usually only draw the outline (the contour) of an object but more importantly this done while not looking down at the page. You “scan / trace” the contour with your eyes and blindly move your hand at the same time, drawing the same part you’re looking at, without looking at your page. It’s really cool to do, you’ll surprise yourself!

[@OniEdItS-]

FINALLY MY REQUST HAS BEEN ANSWERED!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH SAM!

[@mz.picsart6908]

I always love these videos, such great art! Pencil drawings are so fun

[@qpZooM]

Happy new years man, thankful to have ran into your KZbin page, I started drawing again after 10+ years, since my wife got me the iPad with the pencil. Keep them tutorials going

[@shayshaay]

You don’t know how much I needed this 😭

[@Panagiota_Tzelepi]

❤❤ Thank you so much 🙏🙏. I struggle with drawing faces so this is really helpful

[@Atrusino]

Super helpful for a beginner. Much appreciated! However, while the actual sketching skills detailed in this video are a great place for me to start, probably the most helpful line in this entire video was "And if you're not already drawing right now, close KZbin down. STOP IT! Okay? Pick up a pencil. What are we waiting for?" Off to draw I go! Thanks again for a great video.

[@bhushan6665]

this is the kind of video you come back to over and over again

[@KyokoShoichi_]

Thanks Sam! You're my biggest inspiration to being artist!

[@user-iz2hr5rh3c]

I always love seeing Sam work traditionally

[@hopelessromance441]

Sam we need coloring and anatomy videos too please, YOU'RE THE ONLY ONE I LISTEN TO😭

[@ZeroVoidd]

thanks for the tips, Sam! this reminded me to try and enjoy art again instead of forcing myself to draw and feeling like sh-

[@AngelaThanhTrangTran-ti5vo]

I do traditional art but seeing u do it is surprisingly impressive and ur art style is very accurate and amazing

[@loyalgold3652]

Great video. Hope to see more of these🎉

[@sophieneudorf6455]

I don't know what videos gain the most views or likes, but all I know is that I LOVE these videos!!!! They are so inspiring and it is so amazing that you show all of your work so everyone understands the normal process. Keep up the good work and Merry Christmas!

[@yulen_chan1222]

I love how i can see the struggle and the train of thought here. As an artist, I was able to empathize with everything 😭

[@Ilux20]

Uma coisa que abriu meus olhos foi que mesmo um artista com tantos anos de prática e estudos ainda tem alguns problemas com os fundamentos e sempre continua os praticando para se tornar cada vez melhor. Você é uma das minhas inspirações na arte, seu conteúdo com certeza está ajudando muita gente 👏

[@katie9646]

This seems really helpful and something really worth trying. Thank you.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

This was incredibly helpful! Thank you!

[@lovwwiebummy]

This was a refresher! I was struggling on sketching recently and now I can allow myself to draw more freely and not stiffly. Sam should fr start doing live streams

[@MoltenImaginings]

Would totally watch a chill live stream like that whilst drawing myself

[@Lesbofroggy]

This was so inspiring, I immediately picked up my sketchbook! Btw love that you do traditional art once in a while, because I'm personally not the best at digital art because of the way the pencil flows on the screen, thank you

[@BunnyStarbeary]

Very fun to see a traditional art video!

[@TheCurseofGatau]

Would love to see more sketch videos from you! I've learned a lot from watching your channel.

[@josephRawlings2024]

Enjoying your content sam!

[@sugarchop4341]

Wow, he drew a sardar! Nice sketches. I really love the vibes.

[@lifesence71]

thats what i was looking for , a way to simplify my faces. thanks Sam.

[@graphikeye]

This is the missing gap in drawing lessons on yt. We need MOAR practice content. THANKS!

[@cezarblack13]

You've drawn more sketches than I've drawn all year

[@A_GOLDENCHILD_.]

i like how sam doesn't just do digital art

[@shibumipictures7704]

I just found your content and instant subscribe. Thank you Sam.

[@Meowthflix]

This is super helpful! Thanks Sam!

[@saraiclay6197]

Thank you for giving out these great tips for us artists. I will make sure to use these! :)

[@rat8174]

every time i watch your videos and draw at the same time i feel like im improving from a minute to a minute

[@LilChuunosuke]

I've been insecure about my faces lately and have felt like they've fallen far behind how I draw the rest of the body, especially with how comfortable I've gotten at doing gesture drawing. I've been doing the 100 heads challenge to work on this issue, so I'm glad to see repetition was the way to go! And to people in the comments worried about the fact they cannot draw this good this fast, just slow down! Its okay. The more practice you get, the more you find your flow and understand the underlying construction and parallels, the faster you will work. You can find this speed later. I also recommend doing studies of the skull, muscles of the face, different expressions, ages, and ethnicities, angles, etc. There's lots of awesome portrait photography out there you can reference for your studies, so have fun with it!

[@matthewjohnvu8104]

Sam is a gem

[@FigsArtsandCrafts]

I’m a first timer on your channel. I love they way you teach.

[@hollowedboi5937]

I’m not enjoying it as much cuz I’m always thinking of how I’d have to make it a career, which makes me spiral down not being “company quality” or like “the greats” or people on social media. To an extent its true to practice is good, I should try and make money from drawing, but when I never make anything for myself and everything is constant studies, I begin to despise the practice because it just feels like work without an immediate payoff. So practice and make it fun. But also plan to make a project. No matter how small, tie it to your skill level and mark down those accomplishments and milestones.

[@Demonera]

You're the best, Sam!!!! thank you for all your help!!😭😭💕💜💜💞

[@lifeonthego7464]

I love this. ❤️ Please do more videos like this!!

[@keyloscj]

Love the way you draw

[@ninsophy9798]

you're fast sam, I made that comment literally yesterday! I'll watch this one as soon as I'm off mobile data ❤️ thank you for your service o7

[@mpdaily9781]

I've never seen your channel, but I finally feel like I can focus on faces

[@AndreiMarkovDrawing]

Great tutorial, Sam! Yep, faces are tough to handle. But what always amazes me is how our brains are hardwired to notice facial flaws. It's like an internal Photoshop that always wants to airbrush.

[@reubenskii]

Am very new to drawing. Great tips, great video, esp the last part. Saved in my playlist for future reference.

[@wowisntitanamazinglyamazin9550]

this has been incredibly informative. its made me realize the flaws in my ways of practicing.

[@mik-lborens3193]

Can't tell what goes harder, the sketches or Sam's chain

[@justintheegamer]

Nice video sam, I would appreciate if you'd teach us more about clothing folding and body angles