Human Head Value Study

Human Head Value Study

I created a value study of a human head, trying to capture the lighting, values and volume of the subject. Additionally, I tried to create a traditional feel within this digital piece.

I used Photoshop, a drawing tablet, and cool music :)

In this step, I simplified the values of the image using three values. I grouped similar values in the image together and used this as the building blocks of my study.

In this step, I added variation to the light, midtone, and dark values. I began to give the subject volume and shape by paying attention to lighting.

In this step, I added brushwork and edge variation to break the purely digital feel of the piece. I tried to capture some of the nuances of the lighting, such as the bounce lighting.