People of the World
When drawing subjects of ethnic background, it is important to study their features and proportions closely. While you may find some characteristics typical of a certain ethnicity, there are still many variances between individuals. Your observation skills will be tested with these drawings!
For this young boy of color, begin as usual with guidelines and a block-in sketch. Look for the features that make the subject unique—for example, large, round eyes, a wide nose, and full lips. Notice that the eyes are especially dark in value, providing a striking contrast to the white highlights.
To render the dark skin, use charcoal ...
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