Pocket Art · Portrait Drawing

**This debut book in the Pocket Art series is packed with expert technical guidance on drawing realistic portraits in pencil and stunning, inspirational examples.**

London-based artist Joanna Henly (a.k.a. Miss Led) guides you through **every aspect of pencil portraiture** with a lively, graphic approach to instruction—demystifying the complexities of the human face with **step-by-step illustrations** and **expert tips**.

Get started with a quick overview of how to set up your work space, how to hold a pencil, and tips on mark making. A section on understanding the face begins with a look at its **underlying structure** (the skull and muscles) and includes guidance on **capturing facial relationships from different angles**.

Then learn to accurately draw each individual feature— **eyes** , **ears** , **nose** , **mouth** , **skin tones** , and **hair** —with illustrations of their **anatomy** and examples of their differing shapes. You’ll also find tips on rendering the **facial expressions** of your subjects.

The exercises demonstrate and reinforce the skills as you go, while the **incredible artwork inspires and motivates**. With its **compact size** and **sturdy flexi binding** , you can carry this invaluable resource everywhere you go—in your backpack, bag, or pocket.