Realistic Portrait with Graphite Pencil
Choose your model
A course by Diego Catalan Amilivia , Painter and Illustrator
Joined November 2017
About the video: Choose your model
Overview
“The choice of the model is a moment whose importance should not be underestimated. It is true that anyone can and deserves to be drawn, but not everyone is equally interesting when translating it into the language of the drawing. Let's see a little more about this matter. ”
In this video lesson Diego Catalan Amilivia addresses the topic: Choose your model, which is part of the Domestika online course: Realistic Portrait with Graphite Pencil. Learn the basics and technique to create realistic anatomical drawings.
Partial transcription of the video
“Alright. we've covered the materials. and now comes the decision: whether you prefer selecting the photos yourselves or handling it independently. It’s time to delve into crucial aspects that will determine the success or failure of this endeavor. Let's discuss some aspects of creating an image: choosing the right lighting. positioning the subject. determining the body angle. and selecting appropriate tonal values. These elements are crucial for ensuring the model is both coherent and easy to read. Consider a coherent or readable model. It's vital to remember that no random factor should ex...”
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Course summary for: Realistic Portrait with Graphite Pencil
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Category
Illustration -
Areas
Artistic Drawing, Drawing, Figure Drawing, Fine Arts, Pencil Drawing, Portrait Drawing, Realistic Drawing, Sketching, Traditional illustration

Diego Catalan Amilivia
A course by Diego Catalan Amilivia
Diego Catalán graduated from the University of Salamanca with a degree in Fine Arts, specializing in painting. He has done postgraduate work at the Art Students League and the National Academy of Design in New York City. He currently combines his art with his work teaching Artistic Anatomy at the Escuela Superior de Dibujo Profesional in Madrid.
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