Make ALL your portraits better by practicing THIS STEP...

[@Drstrange3000]

This is what I have the most trouble doing. Despite learning about the fundamentals, I have a habit of always diving into details even when trying not to. I also love the blocked-in look from a stylistic standpoint. I really want to get that down in my art and make it have some kind of form and not just a flat looking drawing. This is something I wish I studied more when I got into art. Thanks for the lesson!

[@devar7502]

I feel you

[@chrisat0m]

This is my issue exactly! I went from learning the simple fundamentals of the loomis method to too much detail/values. This "middle step" where I get to triple check the block in shapes should help out a lot. Definitely a lightbulb moment for me in my progress.

[@magda5942]

SAME!!! I've always tended to jump in right into details and shading which is silly because the final drawings never look as professional as these block-in ones and they definitely lack substance. I really love this video and I hope it'll help me improve my sketches, I'm going to practice this from now on, forcing myself to refrain from jumping into details too quickly!!

[@Drstrange3000]

@@magda5942 Good luck to you! I did a quick drawing today and once I thought more in forms it turned out better.

[@magda5942]

@@Drstrange3000 Thank you!!! Same here!! I did a sketch of a face and instead of jumping into shading too fast I mapped out the shaded forms in blocks and it already looks better too😀Good luck you as well!

[@pdpete]

Golden advice from a professional thank you for explaining this to the community it’s so important yet so over looked among many

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@oakdogfu]

Stephen thank you l am 75 and regaining my hand after little drawing for 50 years. I taught with a disciple of Reginald Marsh , Ed Holliman (sp?)in 1970 ( and my girlfriend was one of his models). He let me audit classes. A terrific teacher, his students were copying de Vinci anatomy with walnut hull ink beautifully.

[@pinksnotdead]

This is exactly what I've been missing in my drawings. Capturing the true form is the most difficult thing for me and now I know how to train it! Thank you for this short but such an insightful video!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dagger9555]

This is why I love the internet. What I could get from a college course but for free on KZbin. Will be buying your patreon soon. The way you talked about this just made my brain click to continue my growth.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Nice- see you there :)

[@wildfood1]

The block in is my favorite drawing topic. I think it is the single most important skill for anyone learning to draw.

[@jeutdraw3021]

hi wildfood,,, lets connected, ILove drawing..

[@anisama6504]

I always tend to forget the basics when drawing, but coming back to KZbin and re-watching videos is the best way to get back on track for me. You can be sure I'll be re-watching this one tomorrow!

[@theperfectloaf]

"Rigorous block-in routine" is exactly what I needed to hear! Time to do a lot of these. Fantastic video, thank you.

[@max.well.c]

Off the bat, first sketch after watching this video, so much more defined and representative of the reference. This helped immeasurably, thank you!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

👌🤜🤛

[@nekrautistik]

Amazing advice, truly. If you were to quit watching KZbin to focus on your art, this is the last video you should watch and memorize. Golden advice!!!!

[@Huguillon]

Good video... Looks like a big part of being an artist is fight against the urge to get final result immediately

[@capsandnumbers]

I was amazed to see how "little" had been done when Stephen said 30 minutes had passed

[@rolanda.arriagaarchitect3566]

Wow! Pretty awesome! You said something very, very important in anything that you do. That is to master the basics and spend a lot of time doing that. My martial arts instructor always stresses practicing the basic stances and moves to strengthen your balance and muscles. And with art, is the same thing. You hit it right on the nail with this one. I've been doing art as a hobby and ever since I started practicing the basic concepts you just explained, my drawing skills have dramatically improved 300%. Pretty awesome! I'll keep listening to your videos until I get it right. THX!!!!

[@artfuldrawing]

this process of breaking down the underlying foundation of this portrait method is very valuable to the art community! Thank you for teaching us valuable techniques and practices!

[@wiz4469]

Brilliant advice 🔥. So easy to neglect practicing the block in stage on a regular basis as we tend to want to produce the final image so quickly

[@jeutdraw3021]

hi wiz... lets connected,

[@LukeSeed]

Humans have a whole, special section of our brain that is dedicated to identifying and differentiating human faces. It's why we can look at our drawings and notice the minutiae of what's off, let alone large differences.

[@robertbyrd5244]

Thanks!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Many thanks!

[@michaeltempleton1094]

Went to a live drawing session last night and was so self-conscious. I really appreciate your comments about how a finely-tuned drawing isn't necessarily "better" than an energetic, gestural one (you said this in a different video). But this video is tilting me toward joining your Patreon site. I just want to get really *good* at this.

[@ATerramagra]

thank you so much! i just made one of my first 'realistic' portraits. improvement is next!!!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

🙏👌💪

[@crunchybroll4731]

This is one of the greatest art beginner videos I've seen!!!

[@Itsgyro]

Thank you stephen! This is exactly what I have been looking for! I have practiced and have become decent in most of the fundamentals but I always struggled with making the proportions right. This helps a bunch!

[@tomlee6926]

You're a great teacher! I'm just starting at a later age and you've given me some really good advice, well explained. Thank you.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Rock on!

[@user-lk7cl8vd2q]

Amazing advice on practicing block-ins over focusing on detailed work for beginners. Thank you!

[@ANIMExXTY]

“The work of an artist is not to complicate things but to simply them “

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Love that quote!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Who is that attributed to?

[@ANIMExXTY]

@@stephenbaumanartwork I love writing quotes and It is one of them 🥰

[@PeterHarveyUK]

I would guess that this video is going to help me improve my drawing faster than might otherwise be the case. I really like the fact that Stephen talks about using time more efficiently . Thanks, Stephen!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@anthonysbliss]

i was so into realism and lost in detail. now my mind set is changed. Thanks

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

You're very welcome!

[@Atropoda1]

Very informative and very helpful instructions. I'm an art student and I wish they teach us this technique in college.

[@HeruPrime]

Fantastic! I am trying to improve my portrait artwork and the block-in phase, specifically, is definitely where I struggle the most. Your previous videos, in combination, with this one is a game changer for me. I will definitely be subscribing to your patron. Thanks for sharing this vital information so elegantly.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ian-online]

block in my beloved

[@JoeCHADWICK-p5v]

Thanks in 10 minutes I’ve learnt more than all fumbling over the years

[@sylvianblue]

This makes me realise I get into detail far too early on in the process!

[@karlsoncheng4792]

great description! thanks for outlining the parameters of what to focus on in a block in and what comes next! Really helpful!

[@DJSHADDY2K7]

Wow what this artists is saying is so clear.😊

[@teodoragodar]

It's amazing video and very valuable information but most of all for me is the way that you are explaining it. Not everyone who can draw knows how to transfer their knowledge. I will definitely follow you and take you as my future teacher

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@prateek6502-y4p]

Spending more time on early stage with blocking n placement will surely make it easier for later stage of sketching.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Definitely.

[@vivanecrosis]

Mind blown! This is like discovering a missing jigsaw piece under the sofa! I shall totally be adding this stage into my workflow from now on! Thanks 🤍

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

No worries- thanks for watching!

[@jerroldhewson3600]

you are a great teacher and artist

[@sofiacenturion]

I love the over all quality of your content , not only the quality of all the videos in general but the information that you're giving to us!! I'm so thankfull, it is really helpfull to the community and i hope your channel to grow soon!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Wow, thank you!

[@nean12350]

excellent demo

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Thank you!

[@NACZOS00]

That's what I need to know, thanks for that video

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

No problem!

[@stringsandpipes7548]

Wow, this was so helpful!

[@aronsilva7077]

Thanks so much, I often forget how important blocking is!

[@Art-e-aakash]

Absolutely beautiful video 👏🏻 Each and every line you said should be ingrained into the heads of a beginner Artist cuz they make lots of mistakes. Respect 🧡

[@JohnMitchellCalif]

Study using fast feedback loops! A great idea, subscribed.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Awesome, thank you!

[@sussu3213]

So so useful! And so beautiful donne and so so well explained. I really need to get better at blocking. The temptation to go too fast in this fase gets me every time 😅 I'm saving this video ❤ Love your content. 💕

[@almonick6417]

Great great tip! Better practice this. Then full drawing

[@prajwalvs1659]

Was great to see a professional at work and giving advices! Will definitely implement these!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@laugthius]

This is really helpful video for a guy who self taught like me , thanks for making this video stephen 👏🙌🙌

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad you liked it!

[@redmondartwork]

im going to do more of these...i can do a portrait using the grid method. but ivve always wanted to freehand accurately. its always wonky or flat. had some random luck here and there. but i want to turn luck into skill. i love your videos. ill watch more.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Practice=consistency. Best of luck!

[@Rfighter7]

Time to do 200 block ins

[@deborahbarnes8475]

Thank you! Great information. Always love your teaching

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

You are so welcome!

[@queeniegreengrass3513]

I'll try this out thanks!

[@jeutdraw3021]

hi,,, Queenie Greengrass,, lets connected,

[@posetespieds1766]

Wonderfully educative video that matches exactly where I am in my learning process ! Grateful for your work 🙏

[@tripthisanjeev8080]

Dear Sir, Thankyou very much I feel I must take much more time unless and the portrait comes out perfect to give our family group a great Surprise

[@drkmgic]

This method really helped me out.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Good to hear!

[@zaniyawilliams1708]

Stages Of A Block In: 1. Composition (where is the head within the boundaries of the paper) 2. Proportion (size of the head) 3. Develops a Head Structure Template using the loomis method 4. Double check everything (features & structure of the head) 5. Focus on the dichotomy of light shape & shadow shape. *Don’t mind me I’m leaving notes to self.*

[@LouisGuidetti]

Well articulated Stephen! Thanks man

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

My pleasure!

[@eliteroasters91]

I can never deaw without watching this cideo

[@hari25om]

Keep making these type of videos We love ur work and effort😊

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Thank you, I will :)

[@Kfjssms]

Time to fill some pages with blocking. I tend to jump into the details too soon, need to stop myself from doing that!

[@elijahkim1885]

THANK YOU I have this portraiture assignment for art and was struggling for some time. This was SO HELPFUL.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@misantropique1488]

Thank you so much, I learn really the most important things from you 🖤

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

You're so welcome!

[@bertrandbb75005]

An excellent video on this topic !!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad you liked it

[@jameshowcroft5579]

Fantastic 😊

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@unixgaming7197]

amazing tutorial

[@ashcanicall5297]

I really appreciate this 🙏 I was a bit confused about the term at first and now I finally understand what you mean. You're excellent at explaining stuff in a way I understand. 👍

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

You're so welcome!

[@AvinashKumar-ib5bo]

🤩really great video

[@nataliamarcinkiewicz3292]

Love you and study your techniques!

[@supersonico9364]

11:06 this one looks particularly awesome 👍

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Thanks!

[@OhBeans]

the puppy! 😍

[@hsuehejjw1731]

I followed along drawing this with you! It didn’t turn out as good obviously but I learned a lot from your advice!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

That's great!

[@cookiemonster3147]

This was helpful! I subscribed.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Thanks for the sub!

[@MikenasFlohr]

This was terrific

[@catherinelister8188]

Great video i am really motivated by it

[@kasiako355]

That was very helpful, thank you! ❤️

[@jillsy2815]

Thank you so much!!!

[@cactusbobaz]

Thank you!!

[@darioscomicschool1111]

Thank you for this!

[@4um360]

Excellent advice!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ashaomuto2139]

Am starting out and I guess with practice ☺️ will get there

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Only way to do it :)

[@martinyong2806]

Great Video and sharing, thank you.

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Thank you too!

[@lou541]

So grateful thank you 🙌🏼

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

You're so welcome!

[@the_aetherlemon795]

Thank you so much 😅

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

You're welcome!

[@SVSSOF2022]

Anyway, been watcNice tutorialng your videos for a wNice tutorialle now and it really helps to understang soft soft more

[@Nothingness200]

I agree i use this method just naturally. Nice to know it is actually helpful for others. I always have to start with the eyes after i simplify the shape of the face and then focus on the other features after i get the eyes. Just something i have always done

[@localcolour]

Great insights, thanks

[@izabelconceicao-vd6ix]

Obrigada!! . Você é de mais!!!!

[@monz8031]

Tnk u , stephen bauman i learned so much from you, so plss post more videos, tutorials on youtube,

[@jeutdraw3021]

hi monz.... lets connected, ILove drawing..

[@itlacksdepth]

When he said “we’re about 15 minutes into the drawing” my jaw dropped. Im trying to get to that level of speed and precision.

[@janjojose]

Really appreciate your effort, thanks a ton!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

No worries!

[@tristansadventure]

Great advice!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thestaz8564]

good tip! TY !

[@chickennoodlesoop0320]

had no idea i was doing this the whole time without knowing what it was called lol this video is still helpful though, one day i hope to be consistent with how i structure my drawings. sometimes i oversimplify or hyperfocus on one feature too much!

[@santone1849]

excellent video

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Glad you liked it!

[@KeyArtGallery]

Beautiful demo boss 👌

[@skapon86]

I loved the video and your explanations and gives, but Im not sure I got the "step" needed. You are drawing that picture of man and you did it amazing, very similar very recognizable, but with explanation of step by step. I didn't get the idea of blockings (Im not even sure im writing it well)

[@CommercialArtServices]

You look like David Cross :D - this video was awesome my man - thank you and subscribed!

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

Thanks for the sub!

[@daniels.9678]

Great video

[@reggienoble21]

Extremely grateful for these videos. Also. That is timmy, ya?

[@stephenbaumanartwork]

You got it 👌

[@Humanbeing-fv3yt]

Subscribed

[@markaguzmanartist630]

Thank you this is very good , i kind of do it this way , too awsome vedio from begining to the end