How to Draw a Female Face

Before drawing a female face it is important to sketch out guidelines. In this preliminary drawing lesson, learn how to draw basic oval shapes for the face.

Continue developing drawing techniques in this art lesson! Sketch the female face (in a straight view) by outlining the head, and adding guidelines.

It is time to refine your sketch of a female face in this drawing lesson! Start by creating a "ghost image" with an eraser, and then build up minor details.

What step comes next, now that the “ghost image” is complete? Add detail to the drawing! But before moving forward, you need a kneaded eraser once again.

When creating a drawing, how do you know how much to shade? In this drawing lesson, discover the importance of a light source, and learn hatching techniques.