How to Draw a Nose [Narrated Step-by-Step]

[@majickwhim]

Mark is such an excellent Artist, want to thank Mark for his kindness in showing us how to drawl so great!!! Mark, we will all will become great Artist because of you!!! Your the best Mark!!!!!!

[@markcrilley]

Thank you Kimberly :)

[@avide9305]

yea he teached me how to do realistic eyes and i keep doing it and i got how to do it

[@lemonmania967]

That awkward moment when Crilley's "basic guidelines" are my finished drawing

[@elizabethrivers5253]

Same!

[@kirathenecomancer4278]

lemonmania96 same🤧

[@cmodrawing8558]

I learned a lot from your tutorial Keep sharing

[@shroudmaster3695]

i know i was finished then to!! 🤣🤣

[@missmarikyleolanda8405]

Don't worry. You're just like me☺️

[@elitrixx2730]

I will say that I absolutely love all of the work Mark has done. His art is great, the way he portrays the characters in his manga books is amazing, and he makes drawing look easy. I hope Mark continues to grow and continues to inspire artist of all ages to continue to do what they do. And I think I speak for everyone. Keep going Mark!

[@markcrilley]

Thank you so much, Elizabeth :)

[@elitrixx2730]

markcrilley OMG!!! No Problem!

[@IAmNotYourProblem]

Mark!!! I have some suggestions on videos!! 1. skin. more specifically, skin blemishes, like moles, freckles, pimples, large pores, wrinkles, and scars. 2. Native American/African/Hispanic faces. skin color, how to do their common nose and eye shape. 3. extremely curly hair, like on an African. maybe some dred locks? or corn rows. 4. a nose from a straight on perspective. how to proportion correctly is my problem. 5. fat. how do you draw chubby faces, double chins, told of tummy fat or fat pushing against the inside of a shirt. 6. how to draw very thin people. like, can see ribs and hip bones, the sternum and color bones clearly. 7. Zombies. how to draw rotting flesh, exposed bone, bite marks in human skin. 8. How to draw dirt on a face and hands, a very unclean person. 9. clouds. the shaping and shading of a rainy day. 10. transparent objects or people. something with a definite shape, but are able to see other things or people through them. .. thank you!!

[@saramations]

+Not Your Problem For #2 I highly recommend the "Guide to Human Types" series by Majnouna on DevinatArt.

[@sqwid12]

+Not Your Problem For #2, drawing different races actually has a lot more to do with just the skin color. Facial features measure out a lot differently from race to race, and itd be really interesting to see just how that works!

[@aleshaarchil3847]

True sqwid12 maybe he can combine the extremely hair with the facial featuret

[@bensanchez6912]

+Not Your Problem You could draw from Real Life

[@Beckkeeder4726]

+Finally Something Different i wanna see that!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@cd5625]

So I'm 33 and I have never drawn anything in my life. I've been watching your videos while drawing along and have actually been impressed with the outcome as I've watched your instructions. Thank you for starting to teach me this new hobby and keep up the good work!!!

[@bobo5686]

Cian Drewry what!!!33 I thought grown ups didn't go on KZbin lm 10 and I draw a lot!!!even at math because it's boring buts my 2 best subjectp.s I don't think you are going read ths

[@DrSallyB]

Above the cupid's bow (the curvy bit that is VERY TRAGICALLY and all-too-frequently over-drawn or completely drawn-in with lip pencil, these days, to REMARKABLY ill effect... ahem...), that indentation thing (the two lines) is called the philtrum. May God bless you for sharing your unbelievably generous (and hilarious) videos with the world (hah, Welcome to Nostrilline, home of The Valley of the Upper Lip... you rule! :D Finally, a hearty BRAVO to thee for winning the Best Diction of Every Art Tutorialist in the History of KZbin, EVER! Award! (Your videos are the only drawing lesson ones I don't have to mute 100%. (Hazard of being a speech teacher-- more intolerant of beastly speech habits with every passing year. Sigh. Hehe. But that's why I'm getting back into drawing, after thousands of years. (Assisted by your wondrous videos and books, of course :) (I apparently won the Longest KZbin Comment EVER and Most Parentheses in Parentheses Awards. Hah... :)

[@markcrilley]

+Sally B Thank you for your kind words, Sally. ^^

[@DrSallyB]

My pleasure! **curtsy** :)

[@jawda6262]

Thank you for spending a great deal of time (in real time no less) showing the shading for the nose. Shading is something I always struggle with and your videos help a great deal. :)

[@mandymckk]

The upper lip area thing is called the "philtrum" :)

[@shahiimambukhari3217]

Are u a doctor

[@Blackoreanfemale]

Me: cupids bow

[@coldwillows]

Mark, I want you to know that you're the best art teacher anyone could ask for, even if I've never seen you before. Your videos have helped me find out who I am, and what I like doing with my spare time. I drew this and god, it looks so much like your version. I want to thank you so much for what you do for us! Love you mark :D

[@markcrilley]

+Lukrish Gamer girl Thank you! :)

[@madiclayton8405]

I just wanted to say that I watch you all the time and I absolutely love your videos! I love drawing so much (I usually draw on my papers at school and my teachers are just like, "there she goes again with the drawings") i find it so relaxing and fun to draw people and usually whatever my imagination makes up! Your tutorials are my favorite because you are a very talented drawer and I love how you are funny in the videos as well and very relaxed, it feels as if I'm being taught by a friend, it's more comfortable to watch and listen to! You are very informative and give great advice! I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. After watching your tutorials, I notice some things that I might've not have noticed before and pay attention to certain details that were that missing piece in making an "ok sketch" into a "great one"! Watching your videos help my drawings grow in realness (is that a word? eh whatever) and they look more like what my mind pictures them looking like! Anywho, I hope you have a wonderful new year Mark! (:

[@markcrilley]

+MadiWithAnI Thank you so much for your kind comment :)

[@tripmeter235]

the groove between nose and upper lip is called a Philtrum ☺ great drawing btw.

[@Ryker_One]

Thanks for my new band name Mark! Nostriline coming to a city near you!

[@charlesmostert6929]

Lorraine: Mark, I really enjoyed your tutorial on the "nose" as I have always had great difficulty with it. I never realized how much shading really goes into getting the perfect nose down. I definitely hope to watch more of your videos as you draw other features on the face. You have a great sense of humor which really made the video even more enjoyable. Thank you so much!!!

[@lolarose3278]

Mark thank you so much for all your videos! I have always been into drawing but I'm not very good at it . These videos have really helped me even my mum has said I have improved! Your tips and guides are brilliant touches to all your videos thank you!

[@markcrilley]

+Lola Hewitt Thank you Lola :)

[@korezbexion1364]

I was about to say the same thing after viewing these awesome videos!

[@loupymongoose]

If for no other reason, I found this useful for realizing just how much I love your videos. I have no interest what-so-ever about noses or mouths, but I still found myself excited for the narrated version. I guess I like hearing your voice, Mark. :)

[@markcrilley]

+Larissa McD Thank you Larissa, you're very kind. ^_^

[@crackteon3978]

THE VOICE OF ABSOLUTE SEXINESS actually it's just nice to hear, not Cryaotic levels

[@jessielin3149]

Even after all this time, I still get awed by your talent.

[@a.c.3588]

Thank goodness! I thought real artists didn't smudge the pencil led because it was like some kind of cheat. But now that I see Mark doing it, I'll continue!

[@raria11]

Thanks for being amazing!!!! No one else does these videos better than you. I've learned so much more just by watching your videos, even though I had a couple of great art teachers along the way and I've been drawing quite a lot on my own. No one has ever explained it as well as you do.

[@miyah7762]

can you teach us how to make a nose from front view please?

[@MrIrma123]

×2

[@0433elva]

front view please ~genius~

[@solarpriestess]

I love how you add a little comedy to your commentary, makes my day! :D

[@MrJpm1989]

Off the chart professional. Thank you for sharing with us what makes you so great.

[@rhondamagee7459]

Mark a.k.a Old Man Time Lapse...the two lines under the human nose is called the philtrum. I would love to see you draw yourself, I have always had an issue with doing this myself. Thank you for the great tutorial. You have struck gold again. :)

[@markcrilley]

+Rhonda Magee Thank you, Rhonda! ^^

[@rhondamagee7459]

+markcrilley :)

[@rhondamagee7459]

I just noticed you are a "Hoosier" as well! "hey neighbor"!

[@genelleduran9069]

This artist is exquisite! I love this video so much! I saved it to watch every time I open my arts folder!

[@emmacarter2162]

mark crilley you are the best drawer i have ever seen and your tutorials are so so amazing!!!!!!!

[@markcrilley]

+Emma Carter Thank you Emma :)

[@mr.longorajohn3705]

Your such an incredible artist, I have struggled with human figure drawing since years of learning, believe your guidelines will keep me up to practice!! Thanks again for exposing your sense of humor to the world.

[@markcrilley]

Thank you!

[@stuarth4249]

Hey Mark... Firstly let me say you are a complete genius at what you do. I know you will probably already know this and maybe just couldn't remember at the time, but the area between your nose and mouth is called your "Philtrim". I'm also glad i found your KZbin page, it has stirred up my interest in drawing again, so it's out with the pencils and paper again.. Thank you for all these great tips and long may you continue to supply these fantastic tutorials. Respect...

[@TheSchokodragon]

Mark, you should write a comic with all your HTD-characters - Old Man Timelapse, Detroit-guy/Surferdude, the gouache-pirates - and how they journey into weird places like the the Valley of the Upper Lip to learn the ancient art of dropping one's pen. You know, all your silly comments create stories in my head. They really make my day. :)

[@TheBlankWallOriginal]

Mark Crilley your are now officially my virtual art teacher :D , Nice job

[@kimberleylawrence1829]

I love watching your videos Mark, I really enjoy it when you say daft things in silly voices like "Old Man Time Lapse." The lines you were talking about are called The Cupids Bow I believe.

[@ritacarvana]

i liked so much your drawings.i am 9 YEARS OLD AND IM FROM BRAZIL. (and in Brazil we say in portuguese) The homework from my english class was do a list of things you want to xmas and i put on the list: ALL OF YOUR MATERIAL OF DRAWING. Thnx so much mark

[@drawingschoolart]

Nice drawing

[@nossasenhoradoo871]

I agree with your comments; the structure between the nose and the mouth (especially the upper lip) is one of the most difficult things to get right. I have drawn loads of figures but I am always anxious about the face and the final nose and mouth combination. It can ruin hours of work and make me throw out an otherwise acceptable drawing because it becomes too difficult correct after three-four amendment. Other parts of the body can be redrawn, but the nose and mouth can quickly become a farce if it is not done right!

[@shellsto7695]

+Sam Samoa You're exactly right! I would get so frustrated after working on a drawing for hours, days, weeks, etc, and having everything look how I wanted it to, then getting to the face and just destroying all that work. You can only erase and redraw so many times before you start showing your frustrations and making lines too dark, erasing too hard, leaving a track in the paper from too much pressure on the pencil, etc. until you just have to start over. Writers have writers block, sketchers have the philtrum and cupids bow. I found that changing my drawing order really helped, instead of saving the part I dreaded til the last steps, I started doing it first and working from the inside of the face out (including the face shape), I didn't have to worry about proportions in relation to the size of the head anymore, and if I got frustrated and needed to start over, I wasn't tossing out a lot of work I liked yet couldn't salvage.

[@nossasenhoradoo871]

Shell Sto "You're exactly right! I would get so frustrated after working on a drawing for hours, days, weeks, etc, and having everything look how I wanted it to, then getting to the face and just destroying all that work. You can only erase and redraw so many times before you start showing your frustrations and making lines too dark, erasing too hard, leaving a track in the paper from too much pressure on the pencil, etc. until you just have to start over. Writers have writers block, sketchers have the philtrum and cupids bow. I found that changing my drawing order really helped, instead of saving the part I dreaded til the last steps, I started doing it first and working from the inside of the face out (including the face shape), I didn't have to worry about proportions in relation to the size of the head anymore, and if I got frustrated and needed to start over, I wasn't tossing out a lot of work I liked yet couldn't salvage." I can't disagree with you, and I have started doing this by drawing the head separately as practice, but only sometimes Further, as you know, some positions are harder to draw than others. Still, I want to have the confidence to to know that I can start a piece knowing that I won't ruin it by drawing an awful face! Anyway, I only draw A5 sketches at the moment and I use art as a magical trance, putting myself into an alpha state and carrying the image I am drawing around in my mind. If I get it wrong, or I simply don't like it for other reasons (the shading may be wrong) then I start again. I want to imprint the image on my mind, both as a picture and its emotional content; if I have to keep redrawing it until I am dead, then so be it. What else is there to do? ATB

[@janejohnson5488]

Wow! Since retiring I've tried my hand at some drawing. Not sure what my niche is yet, but I love these videos. I know that I am certainly more aware of shading and colors than I was before and am improving. FYI....I was sent your direction by Baylee's videos. Thank you!

[@TheKawaiiDinoOfficial]

I was at Micheal's today and I saw your book "Mastering Manga" and I'm currently using the strategies you put in there! Love it! :D

[@markcrilley]

+TheKawaiiDino Thanks! ^_^

[@emmcee_]

+markcrilley hello mark crilley :) I love ur videos and books and you are the most greatest artist ever! I was also hoping if u could make a video of how to draw lady palutena? she's my favorite anime character and I really want to know how to draw her it would make up my day if u do. love ur drawing too btw :) :) :)

[@bitchslappedme]

+markcrilley i think you should do a Vagabond video. Takehiko is the most talented mangaka art wise (at least ) by far!

[@rameesbasheer7243]

Mark, i think you're talking about the philtrim at 1:36

[@serenaalicea2759]

Loving this Mark! Are you going to be posting a video on how to draw a nose in the front view? I would love that, I am really bad at noses in general haha.

[@markcrilley]

+Serena Alicea Thank you Serena; I'll try to do that in an upcoming vid :)

[@MoKraft]

+markcrilley your hired u work for me

[@eddiebear34]

+mA nimations what?? LOL!

[@cindygoh2291]

Awesome & lively narration, I wouldn't want to waste my money going for classes now

[@rosethaturtl_2812]

I love it when you get kinda weird like, "This is how all noses look. In CloneLand, where everyone has the exact same nose."

[@KittyAndZuri]

RosieThaTurtl_12 and welcome to nostrilline!

[@mhiemercado8359]

hello sir,you know i like charcoal also that is my dream how to learn charcoal also,and my son too i told him to practice charcoal painting i love charcoal very much,i have a char oal paint here,but i started how to charcoal but this is not enough

[@calebiyasele2258]

Mark. I'll say you are really good. I have learnt in a lot of ways, I stopped watching any other videos if not your own. But I really appreciate thanks for all the videos

[@EdgarsArtDrawings]

You have the best art tutorial videos i have seen:) Keep up the good work:)

[@markcrilley]

+Edgars Būmeisters Thank you!

[@shaymusart]

+Edgars Būmeisters check out my nose drawing tutorial? i need tips hehe

[@Uroboro_Djinn]

How I draw a nose: step 1: I draw the nostrils step 2: I draw the rest of the poorly made nose

[@Proelite704]

Awww your name and your profile pic is so adorable :3 😘 :3

[@Uroboro_Djinn]

Kenya Stephens I don't know. I'm a dog... :/

[@Uroboro_Djinn]

How to draw :3

[@izzler8467]

Ha so do I

[@faheemfaheem8384]

♞ Go Fuck Yourself ♞

[@c0wboys4life]

All my life on and off with drawing i never really aimed at doing realistic portraits because i just hated drawing the nose, no matter how tried it always looked animated. Seeing your vids tho i might take another shot at them especially now that im drawing again

[@davent1998]

So true, yet I have a problem with the Fox nose, yet I can draw other animal noses....

[@bobo5686]

-Sir WESLEE- the amount of pounds my name is true

[@felineluvr8408]

I love your artwork. You are so talented. Thank you for taking the time to share.

[@chrisartstudio2525]

Always looking forward to another tutorial every Friday! I have a suggestion on a tutorial, you should make one on how to draw manga styled kids. I have seen a bunch of tutorials on how to draw manga faces and they are all teen/adult faces. But what if I'm making a manga and I want to show a character's childhood? Just a suggestion! Love the videos. Keep it up! :D

[@NotYourMommasGarden]

Your videos are by far my favorite videos! You are hilarious and extremely helpful! I have recently taken art back up (so happy) and your videos have helped me take my sketching to the next level! I know they are tedious but please keep the face videos coming!!!!!!

[@markcrilley]

+Hannah Winsor Thank you Hannah ^^

[@s-infinite-i1148]

+markcrilley very beautiful.

[@0ainaaaa0]

mark your really talented and now it's easier for me to do things THANK YOU!

[@swathyrangarajan1401]

Ohhhh Myyyy God!!!! Your drawing is amazing!!! It is teaching me a lot....

[@markcrilley]

+Swathy Rangarajan Thank you ^^

[@brianshannon3038]

Draw owl

[@Agui007]

Hi Mark, with all the amazing work you did on the shading, would it ruin the drawing of you had smoothed it with a cotton bud or blending stump?

[@anthonylongoria2638]

maybe maybe not. depends on how you do it i guess. itd make it more smooth obvious but lips do have more small creases on them. so it depends on what youre going for i suppose. if you color it and they have makeup on less lines can make more sense, but more shine may be needed, for naked lips itd be better t leave the lines in my opinion

[@ruthdallaway6580]

I just love your videos ! I have just started to learn to draw during lockdown and having a ball with your videos and rapodfire art too. You have such a lovely manner in describing your work

[@theprobanana3417]

Mark thank you so much for helping me draw the nose. This is helping me so much. I told my friends about you. You are the best.

[@bkjackson8092]

This is awesome. I'm just starting to draw and am quickly noticing that the lower half of the face is definitely the most difficult for me. So this video was an excellent teaching tool. Thanks so much.

[@deniz3695]

Your shaping is ver soft which I really liked and thank you for you efforts and videos. Also as everyone agreed, you draw well :D

[@horaciosalazargomez9488]

Hi Mark! Nice drawing! I agree with the wrinkled old person illustration and different noses examples tuts! :D Have a good one!

[@SweetTea-Stephens]

That's an amazing photo. Thanks. But can you do a front view in the future please.

[@MrUnmake]

I absolutely love your videos MArk! The fact that you have drawing lapses, as well as full video processes where you explain in great detail is so amazing. I am currently trying to become better at drawing, and these videoes are an amazing help! I will most definetly buy your MAstering Manga books as well soon into the future. Not only do i get a great book, but i get to support you as well :D Where should i buy it from to make sure you get the most of charges?

[@markcrilley]

+MrUnmake Thank you so much; as long as you buy it new from an legitimate bookseller (not Ebay, etc) you are helping me plenty. Thanks for your kind words!

[@MrUnmake]

Then i will do just that! Looking forward to your next videoes :D

[@juaniarussi3118]

Best artist ever!

[@stephaniezaher]

Thank you for taking time to make your drawing videos and share them! So very helpful! You are extremely talented!

[@artographyj.g9452]

i love it when people narrate their videos and can you do a video on shading techniques and how to paint a wolf or tiger.

[@Cpizz]

i love your commentary!

[@elliwwelchy7171]

Thank you so much for this I always could never draw a proper nose thank you so much you have a new suscriber!!!!

[@markcrilley]

Thank you ^_^

[@RH-vr7cs]

The grove between the nose and the upper lip is the " Philtrum ". The two lines that surround the Philtrum called the " Philtral Columns ". Nice videos. It looks like you pent lots of hours in making them. You hard work is very much appreciated.

[@DavidJDevelopment]

The little indentation between the lips and under the septal cartilage (nose) is called a philtrum.

[@existence9682]

You are a magician Man just amazing to see your videos

[@Aj.dadnerd]

hey mark, the indented area of the upper lip is called the philtrum, or the cleft of the lip ^_^

[@dreamer2001sa]

no comment when you facing a magnificent artist. Thanks Mr. Professional god blessing you.

[@TheHobokenArtGal]

I picked up mastering manga for my travels. Great work!

[@asha7028]

Excellent job as usual. Quite realistic and so precise! Can you please draw a nose of an African (specifically Nigerian) descent nose and mouth? I can never find a good video teaching that. If you could that would be awesome!

[@user-qn6br2de4s]

Practice made this man perfect!!

[@DanielLiNeutrinos]

Since you mentioned wrinkled faces, how about drawing Old Man Timelapse? Maybe even advice on character design, etc.

[@patricksierra1]

when using his drawing pencil. its about 100% awesome. once you start using the black prisma color pencil. its goes on a whole new level!!

[@rachelt.7461]

The term for the indenture above the lip and beneath the nose is called the philtrum :')

[@vivianivey6663]

Real time is a tremendous help. Thank you.

[@marradvvan9750]

you are the best mark

[@runann26]

That part below the nose is called the philtrum. Great video!

[@timquigley]

the two lines are one of my favorite parts. i heard a story that an angel visits the babies in the womb and tells them all the secrets of life and the mark is there because the angel puts her finger on and tells them to keep it

[@jordanmorales7467]

finally I can stop drawing dots for noses

[@mjwest4968]

This is the most helpful drawing video I've ever seenn

[@kyliewylie000]

Hi Mark. ive got an art signment i need to start and im trying to find a easy character for me to draw. i find your videos easy to follow.

[@kyliewylie000]

any suggestions

[@fluffeeboy778]

Mark you are my favorite artist. And someday I hope I can meet you.

[@userstarfruit]

Wow this is amazing 😱 my only question is wouldn't you see more of the other nostril as well at this angle? Even just very slightly

[@Stationerystudio47]

Great work Mark! you are amazing artist i can watch your videos for hours without getting bored,, love the way you guide in you videos. It really helped me a lot in my drawing.Please Keep uploading videos THANK YOU! :)

[@yomi1477]

As always, great video! You're truly a fantastic artist. Your books and videos have really helped me out with my drawings and artwork, I really do hope I can be as successful and as talented as you! Keep up the amazing work! ^_^

[@markcrilley]

+Merida Todd Thank you Merida :)

[@Smkie__]

+markcrilley the line between the nose & the lip is called the Philtrum my friend :) Awesome skills btw :)

[@jessicadavies5948]

Sm0kie__ 420. cupids bow is bit over lips

[@karenspooner1492]

Love your old man voice lol

[@markcrilley]

^_^

[@chanto4347]

mi

[@roastingtheglade9858]

I just started doing more realistic drawings and I could never get the nose right! Well until I saw your video. It helps a lot!

[@traditionalwing]

What kind of brush do you use when applying the white paint? I love your videos man great job, you actually inspired me again so pick up a pencil and star drawing. I even bought your Mastering Manga 1 and 2 couple of weeks ago.

[@danielwebb9619]

this is great thanks mark, did you go to art school?

[@aniruddhoray]

Could you do a full face tutorial?

[@markcrilley]

Here's one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXi9d6SIiZWMers

[@johnshannon3643]

Great video Mark

[@zeenatnoor3566]

Thank you very much, I tried and did the drawing as per your instruction, of course its not as yours, but its not bad for a person who draws only as a hobby. Thanks

[@bobo5686]

Zeenat Noor optino

[@lauramarti2816]

Love all your videos! You're such an inspiration for me

[@markcrilley]

+Laura Martí Thank you Laura :)

[@alaamansour1405]

could you please mention which tools and type of pencils used, and the white material poured over the nose and the mouth.

[@markcrilley]

+Alaa Mansour This vid explains about all the art supplies I use: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnalq3aolNCBpNU

[@whutzat]

Mark, are you a fan of Patrick Nagel? What do you think of his simplistic style?

[@aminbtr9355]

you are a SUPER MASTER of drawing

[@UmbuAwang]

Great painting i think.. You have a good hand..

[@brandhonjimenez8891]

thanks bro you help me so much im from mexico and you win a new suscriber!

[@sandyphillips2467]

Hi Mark, I just love your drawing skills they are so helpful,thank you so much.Sandy

[@COLORPAPERPRINCESS]

Love it! What brand of colored pencils do you use?

[@briannamaki3299]

Love your art, you are my hero. Keep it up.

[@artographyj.g9452]

thank you so much for all your tips and narrated videos. I need to get really good at art for csce and I want to go to art college. What short of jobs are there in art?