Goals: Understanding face proportions How to Draw a Face
Before we begin… What is a contour line drawing? An actual or implied line bounding a shape that does not have shading or tonal variation; an outline drawing. What is a focal point? A focal point is the element that pulls in the viewer's eye and that is the center of attention or the main subject.
Asymmetrical vs. Symmetrical Symmetrical Visual or actual equilibrium of two halves of a composition mirroring each other in size, shape, and placement of elements of art. Asymmetrical Visual or actual equilibrium of a composition not dependent on one side mirroring the other. Symmetrical Asymmetrical
Thinking Critically Do you consider the human face symmetrical or asymmetrical?
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