plate no. 8134

Portrait of a Man with a Moustache (Supposed Self Portrait)

chalk, paperBaroqueself-portraitportraitmanhairmoustachefaceeyes

some experience helpful

Recreating this drawing will help students develop skills in hatching, cross-hatching, and creating tonal values with charcoal or pencil. It also emphasizes the importance of accurate proportions and capturing likeness in portraiture.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the head, hair, and facial features, paying attention to proportions.
step 02
Establish the overall tonal range by lightly shading the entire drawing.
step 03
Begin building up darker values in the hair and around the facial features using hatching and cross-hatching.
step 04
Refine the details of the eyes, nose, and mouth, focusing on capturing the likeness of the subject.
step 05
Add texture to the hair by varying the direction and pressure of your strokes.
step 06
Strengthen the contrast in key areas to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Soften edges and blend values where necessary to create a smooth transition.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the drawing.