Portrait #10 - How to draw a portrait from a photo

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[@vishwajeetgaikwad2399]

"this will sound confusing.. but we are not drawing person.. we are drawing shapes and make people think about the person" - this was best part of whole session!!

[@YongChen]

Thanks :)

[@b.dalius5136]

"Oh, I forgot the ear" Draws ear in a simple stroke and look exactly like in the picture. There's no errors in art, only beautiful mistakes

[@artistkedarkarri9467]

Beedalius Saiquintus good talent skiled

[@AradoBalanga]

The fact that you make statements like "it looks like i got that right", and that you openly admitted you had forgotten the ear highlight a rather important fact: people make mistakes. I took art classes with people who never openly stated their mistakes, so most of the students built up an image of the teacher as someone who is able to draw perfectly without effort or error, and that is very intimidating for most people. You show people that mistakes are ok, that they can be corrected, and that you can learn from it.

[@TrixtaTV]

This is as good as going to an art school

[@YongChen]

Thank you, it is a very nice compliment :)

[@daliborjanda1451]

hey ,if anyone else wants to learn about easy ways to draw portraits try Loctavan Amazing Drawing Strategy (just google it ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my buddy got great success with it.

[@joesurfer9754]

This is better than art school. You can watch and learn any time you want and it does not cost a fortune and the teacher is better. My friend has a masters in art. I told her "come to my house and let's pump out commission portraits and make a small fortune. She said: "I don't know how to draw face's, only figures".

[@samdavepollard]

I hope those students realise how lucky they are to have Yong Chen as their teacher.

[@YongChen]

:) thanks, Sam.

[@agfagaevart]

one yawning. another looking at her phone. :-/

[@stephaniedescoteaux4759]

We, lucky too!

[@devyaneesudeshshinde8059]

@@agfagaevart yeah

[@devyaneesudeshshinde8059]

@@agfagaevart they are really just what

[@catnip6357]

Finally, I see how it is done from start to finish. It is always easier to learn if you see the process broken down like this. You are a wonderful teacher - thank you for sharing this. I can't wait to see more of your tutorials :)

[@YongChen]

Thank you for taking your time to write me this feedback. I will make more.

[@piperrivers3886]

"...and it looks like I got it right...." lol yeah dude you're a master. I get it. lol I love this channel.

[@YongChen]

Piper Rivers Thanks for subscribing.

[@adityanharish6381]

I promised my girlfriend to draw her potrait..... This helped me a lot sir.....

[@YongChen]

:)

[@johnstone4936]

You are an amazing teacher.thanks from the heart for guiding us who don't have the money and time to go to the professional artists but still want to do good.

[@YongChen]

:)

[@mjrecordingstudiossenseband]

Can you do a how to draw a portrait using pencils :) I'm having a hard time with tones and values :)

[@YongChen]

Yes, I will. thanks :)

[@mrsrana79]

Wow... thank you, I've been watching so many art videos but none of them helped me like u did

[@shibanibose9036]

I wanted to draw my grandmother's portrait, and had given it 2 attempts already, looking at various vedios trying to use their techniques, which I obviously couldn't execute, but only u talk about the most important thing : attention to able to see what u want n not getting caught up! Also your style helps me to not take it too seriously, and draw loosely and enjoy the process... which in turn relaxes my mind helping it keep focus... Just fantastic ❤️

[@robertmerriweather1079]

THE BEST INSTRUCTIONS IVE SEEN ON YOU TUBE I HOPE TO SEE MORE FROM YOU!

[@YongChen]

+Robert Merriweather Robert, thanks for saying this, I will try my best to create more helpful instructions.

[@PinkiSingh-cn6ce]

Amazing ... you are the Master. So much for me to learn from You. I subscribed your channel it is really very helpful for me because i did not go to art school. Thank you😊😁😄

[@simtiaz111]

I'm trying a lot but failing all time .... sir if u have complete course with regards to portrait drawing lemme know about it where can I find .... love from India amazing lecture sir

[@niqswoods]

this was amazing never thought about it as shapes!💙 thank you!

[@aleksandarmakedonski8282]

this looks so easy, here hold my beer :D

[@YongChen]

Thanks for your interesting comments.

[@mrsrana79]

I wouldn't say thatttttt

[@mariecrimi3120]

Thank you, very easy to understand and to follow through.

[@YongChen]

Marie, thank you for your response.

[@lindawilkens7886]

Yong chen

[@msbabio]

this has to be one of the best demonstrations i have every seen. i was blown away. thank you,

[@YongChen]

Thanks Rosa.

[@TheSongoftheheart]

Thank you for sharing your talents... You have inspired me to grab my charcoal :-)

[@YongChen]

:)

[@annahaney6680]

Xiexie Young Chen, I have learned so much in this lesson. Your time is appreciated!

[@YongChen]

you are welcome.

[@LeticiaGarcia-xm1ct]

Wonderful teacher! Your videos are helping me to improve as an art instructor. I am teaching a portrait class at the present. Thank you!

[@BarbrajoanOriginals]

Your videos on teaching art are excellent. The easy way you explain in ordinary terms without taking for granted that a person knows everything. Thank you .

[@YongChen]

Thank you for your feedback. :)

[@linhychong9866]

From the beginning of this video all I could think was - This person is a master 😍

[@bananaboysej5599]

I've been watching quite a lot of videos on the steps to draw a portrait of a face, but none of them are better than this one. The steps are very clear and you do it step by step without being in a rush! I love your art and your speech is incredible! I loved the part where you say "We are not drawing a person but shapes to make other people think its a person "! :)

[@chadwickcalica]

It's amazing! Thank you very much!

[@YongChen]

+Somer Den You are welcome. Thanks for your feedback.

[@OnlyASparrow]

I really love your way of drawing and teaching. Thank you for sharing so freely.

[@YongChen]

+Gail Bryant Thanks for your feedback.

[@imaginetattoossurat]

which paper and eraser are you using? because its erasing very sharp and clean. just a curiosity:)

[@YongChen]

You can view the materials I used in most of my videos here: enjoyingart.com/materials.php

[@kylakyla9764]

I'm confused of what the best way to draw a portrait is now 😕 There's a method that my brother does which turns out really good where he starts with a nose then tried to connect the eyes' distance and everything from there

[@YongChen]

Kyla, your brother's way of drawing is fine. There's always a planning process at the beginning. Some people do more planning, some people do less; and some people do it on paper, but some people do it in their mind. As I am teaching, I like to do my planning on paper and make it visible, so others will see how my mind work. Thanks for sharing your feedback.

[@dahliarose1493]

I sometimes like starting with either the eye or nose measurement too.

[@solusone268]

the proportions and values you showed helped me out a lot, thanks for posting!

[@YongChen]

+Solus One You are welcome, thanks for your comment.

[@devyaneesudeshshinde8059]

I am 12 yrs old and trying to make my mom's potrait to gift it on her bday this video really helped me thanks sir ☺ 🙏

[@artbypinku]

thanks a lot... sir...❤ due to various circumstances I can't attend art school or any other regular drawing..class... its so nice.. to see that there is someone who is breaking everything ...so nicely... thanks

[@YongChen]

You are welcome. Have fun drawing.

[@artbypinku]

Thanks.. sir ..😊

[@ஹரிபிரகாஷ்-த1ல]

yea its very intersting and learning a lot:)

[@kibromyohannis5894]

i hope everybody who is interested to live with art with out having clue must watch this since this is a breakthrough,thank you for sharing.

[@YongChen]

+Kibrom Yohannis Thanks for your encouragement. Happy sharing and enjoying.

[@danfran5771]

Thats exactly how i messure too! Using the measurements from the face, except i dont use rulers (dont have one) i just use my hands

[@missaed]

No grids. No side-by-side same size drawing. No construction of cylindars and circles. Real world practicality. The students are lucky to have him as a teacher. Like the techniques and the tips he demonstrates.

[@cyanocookie7772]

Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else wants to learn about how to draw amazing pencil portraits try Skyarza Portrait Coach Star (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some decent things about it and my colleague got great results with it.

[@xhoidosti5011]

hi everyone ,if anyone else wants to learn about steps to draw pencil portraits try Skyarza Portrait Coach Star ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my mate got excellent success with it.

[@Nikhilpatilan]

what is your opinion about drawing using tracing method and grid method. Your art works and teaching videos are wonderful.

[@YongChen]

Thanks for asking this question. Tracing and grid can be a useful production processes to get something done with much less artistic interpretation and creativity. I sometimes suggest it to some students of watercolor who has yet little drawing experience and ability so that they can practice watercolor techniques while they are learning the basic of drawing. My opinion is, if you want to be a good artist and build up your drawing skills, then don't rely on other short-cuts, focus on drawing with your mind, eyes and hands. I hope that this help you.

[@Nikhilpatilan]

Yong Chen thank you so much

[@YongChen]

welcome.

[@taesfunnyface9563]

Wowwww😱😱 its an awesome video the 14 minutes are really helpful thank you sir.....

[@paulodeleon7885]

Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else wants to learn about steps to draw pencil portraits try Loctavan Amazing Drawing Strategy ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some super things about it and my brother in law got cool results with it.

[@damithratnesekera3633]

Omg rendamly i saw ur videos and im addicted master ..love how ur teaching ..excalent ..pls tell me which charcol ur using ...

[@bobbyjuju7442]

I have a hard time placing the determined width in its proper location. I understand how you find the width's measurement, but I always seem to draw the width of the head starting either too far or too near the center. Suggestions?

[@SleepyVampArt]

I started watching videos from an online class at bhcc and now watch your videos everyday for guidance and pleasure

[@YongChen]

:) have fun drawing.

[@MariChristine]

Thank u @Yong Chen now i can feel more comfortable usin charcoal pencils, n charcoal sticks now without feelin scared anymore thanks for showin it step by step because some ppl on here dont never show or explain step by step how they draw their artwork or how to use certain shapes wen drawing this really helps im recently startin back drawing again takin it one day at a time

[@YongChen]

+Krissi Using charcoal sticks need to use larger paper, commonly we use 18x24" drawing or charcoal paper, secondary, practice your charcoal pencil and charcoal sticks with different pressures, sometimes lighter, sometimes pressing more to make darker marks. Also, try the different hard, medium and soft charcoal, you may find some is easier than others. Have fun, and thank you for commenting.

[@rala342]

Amazing video! Exactly what I was looking for

[@kalyugi9802]

Your all video are so addictive I can't even blink my eyes for a second 😻💙💙😹💙

[@tafazulmattoo166]

one of the best channels on KZbin. i have a question that how should we practice to make our art better. can you suggest a time table or some exercise. please reply, it will be so helpful to me.

[@YongChen]

Your interest is your best teacher. keep your materials and sketchbook near by. Do art whenever you have the urge to draw and paint.

[@aaronchandler2380]

Mr. Chen, do you practice drawing details separately? Thank you!

[@YongChen]

Details are at the end of the drawing process.

[@unknownartist2801]

@@YongChen but u never put much detail in ur drawings xd

[@djbxnez1453]

that is amazing and it seems like nothing hard to do for you!!!wow

[@YongChen]

Daniel, thanks for your feedback.

[@kotreshahavannara8057]

This is wonderful,method for new learners.

[@YongChen]

:)

[@bala7611]

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[@weinrot93]

Awesome! May I ask what kind of paper you are using in this video? I love the charcoal texture. :)

[@YongChen]

+weinrot93 The paper in this demonstration was a Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad. Thanks for your feedback.

[@sambhava6464]

I mostly get the portraits right but some faces are really tough to draw? Do I need to practice more sir or is there some other issue? Please tell.

[@alanwoodland2967]

Excellent teaching, thank you!!!!!

[@YongChen]

+Alan Woodland Alan, thanks for your comments.

[@snrdmnd]

Yet another great lesson. Thank you for sharing your incredible knowledge with us. I'm learning so much from your videos.

[@YongChen]

Have fun with drawing.

[@akmalik2343]

master you are a graet person .i am a fan of you ....i learned in your video how to present your own thoughts to onther person .i am waiting for nex one

[@patricialodge7508]

I'm sorry but im not good at drawing but i wnt to know if what brand of charcoal did the artist used?

[@13Moondancer]

Informative narrative. Many thanks.

[@YongChen]

Thank you for your feedback.

[@rev.marke.sanders1564]

I like that he said we are drawing shapes not a person. Such an Ah! instruction.

[@tahaholi1352]

Thank you sir it was amazing tutorial you've helped me out a lot

[@YongChen]

I am glad :)

[@RayRockz]

If you can't don't give did like instead learn from him

[@prabh75]

Just saw your video and subscribed straight away..Thankyou so much Sir

[@YongChen]

You are welcome, and welcome to my learning channel.

[@TheVicMedina]

Hi, how would you preserve this type of drawing. Coul you glaze over it , or something? Thanks for your video 🙂! Greetings from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@YongChen]

Here is a video of my way to protect if you must. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gomrdaOOfZuCm7s

[@fakhriaslan6479]

What is the pencil that you're using in the video called?

[@brushogun2051]

this is a very good tutirial. thank you very much for providing this for free!

[@YongChen]

welcome :)

[@alleynanci]

You are an awesome teacher! Do you teach other drawing genre as well?

[@carlabernecoli2071]

Thankyou for the interesting demonstration. Your lesson help me a lot,

[@YongChen]

You're welcome and thanks for your feedback.

[@MadMax-dr6mf]

Good tips on getting the proportions right. I draw on and off and sometimes after a hiatus I forget what I'm doing. I tend to draw almost instinctively. These videos are helpful in getting me to a more mechanical approach, to draw accurately when I don't 'feel' the subject. One slight quibble with this particular video though. Personally I wouldn't be happy with this drawing: it doesn't look like the subject.

[@bubbleserispe7626]

Wow....Thanks so much for all that you do. Your teachings are beyond superb. Much Much Appreciated.

[@TheHahailaugh]

the top of the eyebrow 2 d chin is the width of the face

[@YongChen]

:)

[@activechannel9536]

Thank you for this video🙏🙂

[@animeshmondal8120]

which kind of pencil you use in this sketch?

[@YongChen]

It is not a pencil, it is a vine charcoal stick.

[@YongChen]

I have a page listed the materials for my lessons, look at the footer link on this page: enjoyingart.com

[@akkudraws3654]

thank you for this video it was a great help can you please show more charcoal sketches

[@YongChen]

:)

[@adityachhetri9229]

What kind of pencil yo have used??

[@rich3419]

Thanks for a great tutorial! I learn a lot by following along.

[@YongChen]

:) happy drawing!

[@REMREM78]

Rich F This was great, I've been looking for "learn pencil portrait drawing" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Qonubrey Wenria Domination - (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some great things about it and my co-worker got cool results with it.

[@joesurfer9754]

Your drawing portrait instruction videos are the best I'v found on you tube. I am a professional watercolor artist and you are making me get behind on my commission work because when I watch your videos, it makes me want to draw for fun. Back in the day, we did not have videos or even other artist's to watch. We had to just learn on our own. You are a GREAT teacher.

[@loviisamarja]

Chen, this is a wonderful demo. I like that you defined every mark as a shape. I feel greatly inspired! I can’t wait to draw a portrait (with its shapes) following your method. Thank you!

[@sangria123ak]

U r very intelligent thx for teaching i have just a question plz can u explain how to drow from a litle picture to a big picture, i mean how can we measure it.

[@sangria123ak]

???

[@artistbrindle]

Where is this class? I wish I’d had you at Parsons

[@jenfleming9412]

Thank you once again for your fantastic teaching. Most of my photos I would like to draw are on my iPad. Should I pri t them out first like you have the photo in your hand? I want to draw or watercolour my grandchildren..

[@ameenafirdose8355]

I have no words to describe the portrait it's so so awesome

[@tamlarae5540]

very good and informative art teacher..thankyou 😇😇

[@YongChen]

:)

[@savinayakumar8722]

YOU REALLY ROCK...SIR YONG CHEN!....THANKS FOR INSPIRING ME!......WISH TO BE YOUR STUDENT!

[@YongChen]

:)

[@savinayakumar8722]

could you please let me know where do you conduct classes

[@TonyLueong]

i think i can do that in a hundred years...... so frustrating , my dad could draw good with a chinese brush and ink with only a few strokes. i thought its in our blood that we can draw, but not me. nice job chen

[@YongChen]

Taga, I am sure you can do that too, I am sure.

[@vinaykumar9143]

Sir .. I want to ask that some people have long nose ,some have small. How we eqully devide into four part .

[@vinaykumar9143]

I think we can little up and down , depend on seen

[@honeybun2445]

please let me know the thing and it's company which u hav used for drawing ur portrait

[@YongChen]

I will include them in my future lessons.

[@honeybun2445]

Yong Chen Thank you so much but nw can we know ..?

[@YongChen]

Here is a page list most of my materials for portrait drawing. enjoyingart.com/learningcenter/materials_drawing.php

[@eugeniabotezatu2423]

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[@deandreconners4415]

you're welcome sir this video will help me improve my portrait when I draw :)

[@YongChen]

:)

[@Alfreda66]

I have been drawing from photos for a long time and still struggle with proportion and composition. This wonderful tutorial really helps simplify the challenges. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@aditipavnikar566]

From which stick you drawn this?

[@stephaniehernandez3641]

This is such an informative video! Thank you so much for sharing this with us :)

[@YongChen]

Welcome :)

[@artofbelal-9038]

Thank you for this video :) you are make it so easy! For us ..

[@YongChen]

Thanks :)

[@springnicole2181]

Thank you so much for sharing this! You made it so simple to understand.

[@YongChen]

Thanks :)

[@kiridhruv]

Art is about Mark making :) Nice. Very informative

[@YongChen]

:)

[@natashadutta977]

I just love this channel

[@YongChen]

Thanks.

[@natashadutta977]

Yong Chen You are welcome ❤❤❤❤

[@debasish...9681]

u r amazing...

[@clouserminnow]

Thanks for posting - looking forward to trying this method - I noticed that the subjects in your portrait demos are all closed mouthed - no toothy grins

[@josykeully637]

I hope this videos will give you great returns. They are much appreciated 🙌🏼

[@JG-xf6oh]

很喜欢听你的讲课🌷， 如果能有中文或英文的字幕就更好啦！

[@YongChen]

J G 好，我会尽力。

[@dizzy2xx]

I take my art serious so to see the students faces and them yawning makes me mad if it were me I would smile

[@aimyah88]

What materials do you use? Willow charcoal? What type of paper?

[@YongChen]

It is vine charcoal, you can view my materials on this page: enjoyingart.com/materials.php

[@koxnord2416]

Great teaching, simple and effective. Thanks

[@YongChen]

:)