"Seated Elegance"

Hello everyone!
I recently completed this charcoal drawing, and I wanted to share both the final piece and the process behind it. Creating this artwork was a journey that started with a simple sketch and evolved into a detailed and realistic portrait.

The Process

1. Initial Sketch:
   Every great drawing starts with a solid foundation. I began by lightly sketching the figure with a fine charcoal pencil, focusing on proportions and structure. At this stage, I made sure to get the posture, angles, and facial alignment right before moving on to details.

1. Defining Features:
   Once the basic outline was in place, I refined the facial features, ensuring expression and symmetry were accurate. The hands and arms were also carefully outlined to maintain natural proportions.

1. Shading & Textures:
   This is where the artwork truly started coming to life. Using soft charcoal and blending techniques, I built depth, carefully placing highlights and shadows to create realism. Special attention was given to the textures of the skin, clothing, and hair to enhance the overall depth.

1. Final Refinements:
   The last stage involved enhancing contrast and refining small details, like the watch, earrings, and fabric patterns. I kept the background minimal to keep the focus on the subject, making the figure stand out even more.

Medium: charcoal dust and general charcoal pencils

Here are the progress shot..

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