Sketching out the base portrait and blocking in the hair and background tones to set the foundation.

Developing the structure and form of the right eye, focusing on shape accuracy, value relationships, and edge control.

Building the left eye to match the right, ensuring symmetry and cohesion while capturing subtle anatomical differences.

Constructing the nose and surrounding facial planes with attention to light logic, proportion, and smooth transitions.

Blocking in the lips and nearby skin areas, establishing values and transitions in preparation for detail work.

Using Procreate to overlay your painting with the reference image, identifying proportional inaccuracies and making targeted adjustments. Also includes softening transitions and refining skin tone consistency.

Refining the lips and skin with crisp highlights, realistic creases, and texture to bring the mouth area to life.

Rendering the ear and both eyebrows, focusing on structure, subtle curvature, and the contrasting textures of hair and skin.

Painting the neck and lower jaw area, paying close attention to surface texture, transitions, and how this region supports the head.

Completing the portrait with final hair work, polishing textures, and unifying the entire painting for a finished look.