It took me 6 months to finish portrait of this beautiful woman.

Hello everyone!
In this video I would love to share the portrait I have been drawing 6 months, during my quarantine especially. Great way to practice social distancing!:) It is a graphite pencil drawing on a paper. I hope you like the result! If you do or you enjoyed the video please don't forget to leave a like and subscribe!:)
I hope you are all healthy and safe these days!:)
Real-time video + more than 100 videos + drawing tips and tutorials are on my PATREON: / silviemahdal
The drawing was mostly referenced from a captivating photograph by Aiony Haust: / aiony
The woman in the portrait: Aidana Sahari / aidanasahari
TOOLS / DRAWING MATERIALS I use for my realistic drawings:
Bristol paper
graphite pencils
paintbrush
pencil eraser
FIND me also here:
Instagram: / silviemahdal_art
Facebook: / silviemahdal
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MUSIC SOURCE:
www.artlist.io
Songs:
1) Unwanted Tears by Phillip Daniel Zach (Artlist.io)
2) Falling Asleep by Michele Nobler (Artlist.io)
3) BAck in Time by Borrtex (Artlist.io)
4) Reflections by Borrtex (Artlist.io)
5) Clarity by Ian Post (Artlist.io)
#realisticportrait #art #drawingface

[@victorcraraujo]

Am I in heaven??? Her voice, her art, her skills, her thoughts omg, it calms my heart 💜

[@silviemahdal3570]

That is so sweet! Thank you Victor:)

[@zyrosartgallery6962]

@Victor ..I was about to comment the same thing u did 💝❣️

[@ellenvalencia4021]

Your voice is like a lullaby!!can you draw your voice ?(just pulling your leg)stay safe and Godbless!VIE!

[@pramuanpoe3960]

@ :Victor “You just said it all for me.”

[@simisharma2880]

EXACTLYYYYY

[@takoyaki9264]

I put down my pencil years ago because i lost my passion in drawing. I just had a lot going on and i'm not interested anymore. Watching this video made me remember the joy and the feeling of sketching in my hand and the calm that it used to give me before. Now, i just want to find a pencil and draw again. Maybe slowly, one day, i'll get my passion back again. Thank you.

[@dustinhay3313]

I love how you describe the fact that you can create every color you want just using pencils with the different shades of grey. That to me is why I love drawing with pencils!!!

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[@Akenn]

Six months later and you've created a masterpiece... absolutely beautiful!

[@أرضالزّيتونالأبيّة]

It took me 6 seconds to tell you: You have magnetic voice and golden fingers 😍

[@asifrasamart7041]

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[@أرضالزّيتونالأبيّة]

@@asifrasamart7041 Good luck ☺🎨🖼 You have to persevere 👍🏽😉

[@abdouart4503]

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[@titus4166]

Golden fingers could do this in a day. Not six months 😂

[@nrc6603]

SIMP

[@nancypol4911]

Thank you for sharing with us how you fell in love with the painting, I did also once. When I was younger a friend and I went to an art gallery in St. Petersburg Florida. We were walking thru and came across a painting of a woman from maybe the 1800s or earlier. The colors were so brilliant, I couldn’t leave it. My friend saw the rest of the gallery while I sat and looked at this painting until it was time to go, even then it was hard for me to leave it. I’m so glad your story made me remember that experience. If I could look at that painting again right now I would react the same way, I remember it so plainly and how it made me feel and how it made time stand still at that moment for me. It’s amazing to me that a special piece of art can make a person fall in love. 💐

[@mahamfaisal9812]

This is so beautiful! Your calming voice and thoughts along with this beautiful drawing was honestly magical. It inspires me to work harder on my skills. Thank you for this :)

[@Englishman999]

I've been painting and drawing portraits now for over 40 years, pastel, oil, pencil and more yet still I stand in awe of your talent. I've seen many many great works of art and working artists but never have I seen anyone so inspiring and talented using graphite pencils! I bow to you... and you voice! So calming I could listen all day. Thank you for sharing.

[@skumarbarle9070]

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[@ednaminshew7936]

her voice is so calming and her drawing is magical, I love to watch her draw

[@joo4537]

Silvie Mahdal I have been watching your videos and I have learned many appreciative things that I have used to paint but after all, I am 16 years old and I don't have the skill that you posees but I never give up I always try to fix what it is wrong. Thank You for showing the tips that new painters don't know.

[@Below_Zer0Gaming]

I almost cried such a beautiful drawing and so is your voice and what you said really did come from the heart and I hope I can draw as good as you one day.

[@bharatidahedar4180]

in ur videos camera movements r so perfect that we could watch ur actual work...ur dedication... ur patience . i am learning by watching ur great art. thank u

[@autiejedi5857]

Amazing! So glad to see this today. It's been a rough time lately and hearing your voice and seeing your work makes me happy and peaceful all at the same time. Thank you! 💜

[@jimmylamar9118]

Your work is very beautiful keep the good work up

[@johnorourke9860]

Your gift is extraordinary; you are a remarkable and beautiful artists! As others have mentioned your voice is a melody that is hypnotizing. Many thanks! Because of you and you alone, I have picked up the pencils again and started drawing... it has only been a little more than 50 years, so we will see what happens! Thanks again!

[@artwithjoy0920]

That’s one of the most fascinating portrait I’ve ever seen... and the voice over is indeed so calming and intriguing 💕🤩 I can’t stop watching your drawing and listening your voice!🧡

[@MicaellaMaeEdrosalam]

I always watched Bob ross painting videos to fall asleep and then i saw this, godness gracious your voice is very calming like him, i feel like I can fall asleep anytime when i hear your voice. Your drawing is amazing! I can see your passion in arts, it takes an eternal patience to draw something, this is not just about the talent, it is about the hardwork and skills!

[@aida087]

Silvie you are SO GORGEOUS and so is this drawing!! I've FINALLY gotten around to drawing again and so happy to!! Have a blessed week Silvie!!💖🖌️🎨🤗🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@rameshreddy3254]

Silvie you are one of the gods best creation who could create wonders with your hands and narrating it with your sweet voice and god bless you

[@marienacraig0393]

I love her videos. I always feel calm and like I'm not alone with the feelings and connections to art that I have.

[@tatiannyribeiro6543]

Kazakhs have charms and tenderness that we cannot describe, just feel. Their beautiful eyes were what sparked my passion for drawing. A Kazakh was my first attempt at drawing. This is recent. I'm learning yet. I love your YT channel. Thanks for your videos and baultiful art. Hugs from Brazil.

[@DrNKSahoo]

I dont know why but every time I see your videos i feel motivated to draw. You're really amazing and your drawing are awesome

[@sarahalshuaibi2345]

The calmness in her voice beside the calmness in the picture is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen.... You are the one who should be called an ARTIST... Bravo 👏 I'm only 16... So yeah.. That drawing just did that to me.... You've given me calmness 😊.. Thanx

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[@danielpradhan4778]

Such a great art you've performed loved the detailing you've done superb practice

[@deadx5581]

I never comment on videos.. But... The way you say things with this beautiful talent u have.... Simply wow.. God bless u

[@tinafernandes8854]

OMG that is portrait should be in the museum In the museum : miss Silvie on need to wait in the line please this way

[@silviemahdal3570]

oh Tanya! You made me smile!:) thank youuu

[@milindshinde3021]

You are so great I am inspired by you💗💗💓

[@deepmanidas6333]

In all your videos I feel like a meditation. Your smooth art work and smooth voice make it perfect.... Thanks for all videos....

[@keren8940]

Hearing about the inspiration and background behind this process is so cool!! Truly beautiful video 💕

[@richardgrosso1636]

Silvie, you are an amazing talented Artist, with beautiful artistic sensibility, grace, and beauty inside. You are so beautiful too !! Congratulations talented Artist Silvie ❤❤

[@shwetasingh07]

Your voice is enticing. I can listen to it for the whole day. It is so soothing calming and relaxing, just like therapy. You are gifted ❤

[@silviemahdal3570]

thank you my friend! :)

[@shwetasingh07]

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[@yogitaart9005]

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[@MrYogibear1972]

I still can't comprehend the genius behind your super human ability. Each and every single stroke of your hand, perfectly placed in multiple layers of perfection to form this amazing and beautiful portrait. You are truly a master in what you do.

[@nats7823]

Awe you are so talented and have inspired me to start drawing again and I'm so thankful for that because drawing is awesome ❤❤❤❤❤

[@silviemahdal3570]

Thank you fro sharing with me Natalie. I am so happy it made you draw again:)

[@x_xx3x]

i know how tough to keep composing one thing over half a year, you are not wasting your skills at all, awesome

[@CoralineJonesPinkPalace]

This is gorgeous. 🖌️🖼️ You're absolutely amazingly talented.

[@lilianjohn9863]

Its so amazing the way she draws the potrait and makes it seem so easy.

[@sanjanaprasad3531]

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[@yogitaart9005]

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[@arshadabdullah7425]

I have no words to express your work, you are a gifted artist 😊

[@ramsonphilip9765]

Thanks alot your work has answered my questions regarding a particular technique. Your wrists are gifted and you also got a beatuiful mind

[@josemariatavico415]

Parabéns, trabalho maravilhoso, é muito talento e perfeição.

[@nickminlal8960]

After so many videos,i find that your videos are much more calm and your skill and moves make me feel like they are talking to my inner being. Feels like you are giving me your energy.

[@YantoKiernz]

I thought i was detailed enough until i find your channel and realise wow its another level of detail

[@pogz1]

its always been my daily struggle in improving my art skills. ive been watching alot of videos yet i am not able to absord all of it. can you please critique my art video.. i need an expert opinion

[@YantoKiernz]

@@pogz1 its not critique , i m also try to improve by challenge my self in my recent video by draw a smile for the first time,, learn to paint with oil and acrylic

[@arjunmankar9006]

And your work is Worthy 😉😌😊... And as you say, you need take this portrait in gallery... You deserve all appreciation from your followers 😊. I'm really happy for you. Thank you for this beautiful video.

[@shahurvi805]

I just don't have any words,I just want to touch ur feet🙏 it's amazing art work I know this word is too small but really u hv fire 🔥in Ur hands for art..loved ur art

[@rockz391]

I must tell you silvie you made me more passionate towards my art. I learned a lot from you. Your warm n kind voice your skill is divine. I wish I could see all your art work personally someday. Thank you for unknowingly helping me. Huge respect. God bless you.

[@habibamohamed-qp2vv]

WTFF who put "dislike"???????

[@ProsperousBhavna]

They might have kind of blood loss in their heads . Like she is amazing , how can anyone dislike it .

[@silviemahdal3570]

thank you my friend, it is really kind of you:)

[@indranilbiswas7198]

@@silviemahdal3570 hello ,it is no doubtedly very good excellent but..... a drawing should look like a drawing which is urs identity i mean a painter's / artist's identity that he /she did.. it should not look like a photography , then whats the use of drawing wasting long time, a camera can do that thing in a few seconds to mins why should one waste a year to 6 months, i think this is the reason some people disliked u... anyways i liked ur video and ur drawing is great but keep that thing in mind it should be u not the mechanical photo realstic it should be realistic highly realistic but not photography .hope u make more beautiful pieces thank you!

[@katywuste9054]

Indranil Biswas No art is a waste of the artists time. Realism takes immense skill. Not many people can attain this level and it can be better than a photograph. The painters identity is as clear as any drawing

[@indranilbiswas7198]

@@katywuste9054 no it doesn't it takes immense effort to learn skill and paint not photo realistic , see bourgeau or carravaggio , there paintings are far more better in terms of color values, brush strokes and application of color, textures glazes , but it takes zero skill and zero talent to paint photorealistic , a painter is not a slave of a photo but photorealistic painters are , a camera can do that thing in secs why should any one waste time to achieve it , it's useless!

[@rengieagtoto1167]

Yes it's so beautiful 😍 I've save this video in my phone for almost 1 year I still love to watch.... 🥰 I love sketching more becoz of you....

[@Maria-kz7kg]

Thank you so much for inspiring me to get back into drawing again. Without you I wouldn’t have started to do my Art GCSE ❤️❤️❤️

[@tracy85777]

What talent! I wish I had it! And what an absolutely gorgeous woman! Well done. Very well done!

[@Ava001]

Finallyyyyy 🥺🥺❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️I’m in love with this drawingggg

[@vijayabalakrishnan8111]

Is there any other word to describe "more than beautiful"....you are an artist....a creator..i am speechless. this is mindblowing...what an art!!

[@zandremetabo5329]

A pencil in your hand, is what I imagine is happening in a camera when a picture is taken.

[@yogitaart9005]

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[@pogz1]

its amazing how other people do things flawlessly yet mines not even i struggle endlessly.. even though.. ill continue pushing on no matter what.. even though my art really suck, all i need is a harsh and honest critique.. even though itll hurt.

[@naulaknaungek7333]

The most incredible for a women work. Super talented

[@mennaayman9689]

The story is inspiring, the portrait is beautiful, but damn, Your voice is so soothing!

[@rohinidasgupta9517]

I have been painting since a very young age, but never been that interested in sketches only colours. But after watching this channel I was just.... Well I am speechless . You are such an amazing artist and I am at a point where I have to study all day and tired at the end. So, I was thinking of just discontinuing it. Your channel inspires me to continue my hobby. You are the only reason I kept going . 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@gemart7343]

Is it weird this inspired me to draw again?

[@silviemahdal3570]

weird?? I am so happy to hear that!! :)

[@LIIantonioIIL]

Every single time I watch her videos I get inspired to draw again. So no, it isn't weird. ❤

[@anjagalan6905]

Not weird :)

[@ina-wx5rm]

@@silviemahdal3570 Me too ty sm💕

[@kayleegrace7130]

No it’s not I love drawing

[@chanaykamadison]

Simply beautiful, such a gift you have! Many blessings to you!

[@chandadevi696]

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[@giancartist2542]

Six months... it's incredible. For me six hours it's just two much, I try to finish as faster as I can.

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[@TEESCOTT333]

I hope to one day be even half as good as you. You are truly amazing! So full of positive vibes and energy. Your attention to detail is superb. You are truly gifted, blessed and an inspiration. Thank you for sharing you gift with us all ❤

[@davidadenusi]

Imagine her doing ASMR tho...

[@suryatejasunny]

isnt this one?

[@davidadenusi]

@@suryatejasunny 😂😂

[@Lieonessa]

Wooow what a fascinating piece of art!!! 🤩✨✨ You are talented in so many ways!!! Thank you for sharing that video with us❤

[@gemart7343]

Hi, Silvie if you don't mind me asking, I know you have videos related to this question but how do you get them to seem to be so smooth effortless and life-like and the eyes so realistic I have tried everyday and practice but I can seem to get such realistic eyes, I really want to learn how to draw and you're so amazing at it, I'm sorry if I sounded annoying but please could you just explain a thing or two please?

[@momasan2]

Gorgeous, beautiful, mesmerizing, exceptional and every other verb to compliment you! What a talent!

[@marciocardoso75D]

Oh my God,Silvie is a drawing Queen,and her voice is sooo sothing !

[@silviemahdal3570]

Thank you!:)

[@lunawonderland3800]

i was having a headache and after watching ur video i felt clam,relaxed,mesmerized and motivated to improve my drawings,to not give up

[@StevenGaticaArt]

0:13 The graphite reflective shine just kills me to look at. This is the first “Achilles Heel” of graphite sadly. If you decide to hang this on a wall at most angles the darkest part of the drawing is going to be the brightest ironically, because of the reflection. The second is that your range of value is limited to a dark grey as the darkest value and not black. Both of these weaknesses of graphite can be solved my adding charcoal pencils to your materials. I hope you see this cause you’re talented and I would hate for you to be limited by this.

[@bean7496]

I experience this.... AHH it's sad and i dont have charcoal

[@StevenGaticaArt]

Toluwanimi Alli yeah it’s really worth it. Adding charcoal is game changing.

[@StevenGaticaArt]

@The Wizard X What did I even say that was subjective? Graphite is a grey shiny metallic mineral? Techniques don't change graphite's chemical structure to act different. Although there's a chemical out there that does. Matte Spray can be used to counteract graphite's shiny nature. The only downside is that all your values (contrast) get lighter in the process. Chemicals aren't subjective

[@bean7496]

@The Wizard X hm, what did you do?

[@NcWraith]

Your works are absolutely haunting. Amazing work Silvie

[@sweetpotato2978]

You're amazing!! Your voice is like music to my ears!💕 you inspire me:))))❤

[@izundunwokocha1450]

Wow. I was left breathless. I am an artist out of practice for years. This video has inspired me to make an attempt to do this my own unique way. I know I can. Wow you are amazing, I which I knew you in person.

[@rebekahy.3425]

That is not even realistic Sorry I was looking into the mirror That drawing is more real than me

[@Monaa4392]

Hey...u r mah inspiration..u knw...i left painting almost 7 yrs ago...bt watching ur vdo I feel lyk to start it once again...n relive mah passion♥️

[@Macarone328]

*_Magical!_*

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

She uses a magic wand 🪄

[@CartooningCuteDrawings]

Truly the hair lines and the shadings are so deep. The artist truly has magnet eyes to see those tiny details and added very well 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@harshitachauhan3148]

"Omggg damn her voice is all i live for ngl"

[@jonathankanja8082]

When I first started doing realistic portraits, I turned to your tutorials for guidance and motivation....I look at this video and I'm inspired to practice and strive harder😊

[@siddharth5979]

Ngl, for a while at the end I thought it was a photo clicked from a high resolution camera printed using printer

[@JOSEBATUTEvlog25]

This is my first time to meet artist like you.... You are unique to others... I Admire you i will follow you while im growing up... Thank you for encouraging voice, skills, talents, you are the best.... You change my mind.. I will do this... I will finish what im starting right now.... And take care always.... More videos to upload.... I will watch you ALWAYS.....

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[@citrus_melon794]

I feel like you know how to sing hmmmmmm.... Your voice is so prettyyyyy can u sing????

[@eight088]

The voice and the way you do the eyes .. the gentle strokes.... I'm speechless

[@yoihenbath]

Who else thought her voice sounds like Gal gadots's voice ?

[@mhalevinoyeptho9296]

Now that you mentioned it, I kinda hear Gal gadot

[@artszy8184]

Inspirational video especially for artists. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and your art.

[@CrackaBlanco]

I too like many who have commented am an artist. I’m a freelance graphic designer by trade but creating fine art is my passion. Some days I get so wrapped up in the deadline set for the customer I forget about the souls beauty behind the eyes, the experiences of life that have been tasted by the lips, the wisdom the ears have listened to. I could go on and on. I just wanted to thank you for bringing me back to center and touching my soul today. Thank you so much!

[@mexemsu.g.d.975]

Love to hear you talk. You have helped me tremendously with my art. Look forward to the next video

[@rajeswarialthi4252]

I rarely watch ur vedios mam.It gives pleasure to eyes ,joy to ears and blissfulness to my heart, I feel like being in a state of meditation.I really mean that,may god bless you

[@VuNguyen-jp5ux]

It took you six months and i know why i love this portrait so much!!! And your voice just makes me love this video even more. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Lexgend]

When I'm drawing I let your videos play so I can draw peacefully. Your videos are so inspiring and motivational.

[@HSYee58]

I love your work, Silvie, and your voice with your accent and tranquil music is truly magical! It's as if I am watching you draw in a spa!

[@jeremysintong3008]

I am started study drawing 2 weeks ago and i have great feeling while i try drawing potrait. Its make me relax and enjoy step by step.

[@rajeshprasad8671]

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[@kusumtewari3536]

Wow Silvie !! That was crazy. How you made such realistic drawing. Hats off dear ❣️

[@akashsaxena5693]

I just love your voice, I have started sketching last month. You are an inspiration for me 💫

[@SesenBaa]

Im speechless!!!! You are a true artist in every move . Your story is amazing. Your voice is deserved to be on TV, RADIO . I would buy an audiobook reading by you!!!!

[@sylvialelu]

Votre coup de crayon est juste incroyable. Vous êtes mon idol du dessin. Whoua vos dessins me retourne littéralement

[@chapter1o1]

Beautiful portrait. The eyes , the window of the soul well captured.

[@zujieblack]

I salute the patience that you have doing those.

[@artincircle]

Really you are amazing artist and your voice also your telling stories behind this drawing so calm and cool

[@artyshambifuncorner8494]

I am 10 year old and I want to become a artist like you , you inspired me to draw realistic, your voice and your skills are like goddess powers , I love you

[@rajeshprasad8671]

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[@saeedirfan5800]

You make us realize that creation is more deep connection and emotions than the only looking at it with saying "amazing". You are absolutely Beautiful. Love you ♥

[@Yasmina-Ivette]

Wow! One morebrimw you do magic and as I told you in another video, watching you drawing is like meditating. You are a great help in this difficult moment that we all are getting through. Thank you Silvie. Love from Spain.

[@BlueSpiritArt]

Lovely drawing. This video inspired me to start drawing portraits again!

[@貓妮]

I'll remember your words"Never give up." After I saw your video sharing how to draw hair,then I've find some simple steps to draw... Thanks for your details how to draw female. It'll remind me to practice more and more.

[@indrin12]

Lovely portrait and even more lovely voice. Thank you for sharing.

[@jensonee]

thanks for telling us these drawings take real time and not 15 minutes. seriously, it's really good to know.

[@antuanyardi3793]

I sincerely love your work, you have very soft lines and you achieve that charming atmosphere in what you do. Very good!.