Draw a self-portrait using only a pencil.

Draw a self-portrait using only a pencil.

🌍 AnywhereπŸ”„ RepeatableπŸ‘€ All ages
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Study your own face in a mirror and translate what you see onto paper using only a pencil, focusing on proportions, shadows, and unique features. Self-portraits force you to really observe yourself while developing fundamental drawing skills like measuring relationships between facial features and understanding how light creates form.

Difficulty
25/100Medium
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Cost
$2 – $10
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Time
1hour
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People
1–1
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Setting
indoor
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Season
any
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Equipment
pencil, paper

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