Time: 1-2 Class Periods
Difficulty: Moderate
Cleanup: Soap & Water

Materials:

Graphite Pencils

Camera

Photo-Editing Software

Computer

Printer

White Drawing Paper

Ruler

Scissors

Glue Stick

Tortillions/Blending Stumps

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Steps

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  Step 1
  Take a portrait-style photograph, ensuring a close-up of the face. Using a photo-editing program, such as Photoshop, convert picture to black and white and print on regular 8-1/2 x 11" paper.
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  Step 2
  Using a ruler, divide the picture into 16 equal squares, 4 wide by 4 tall. Cut out all the pieces.
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  Step 3
  Glue every other piece onto a sheet of white drawing paper. Then, glue the remaining pieces onto a second sheet of white drawing paper. You can either make two projects, or just use the second picture for reference.
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  Step 4
  Using light pencil marks and the second picture for reference, begin filling in the missing squares of the picture.
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  Step 5
  Add additional details and shading, gradually darkening the drawing to match the tone of the picture.
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  Step 6
  Use tortillions and blending stumps to shade areas, and to create shadows and dimension.
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  Step 7
  Finish by building up dark sections.

Products Used

• Graphite Pencils