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Big heads
Linda, most of my standing adult figures are based on an 8" head to 9" head on an 8 head format. 8 x 8 = 64" 5 and 1/2' and 9 x 9 = 81" 6' 9". Some of my work is in Newport where the ceilings are from 18' to 25' high. They can make a portrait look downright puny if not scaled properly. My men are usually 6' and my women slightly smaller. I recently did a portrait of a 6' woman, I scaled her down very slightly.
Obviously it is most important to consider where they will be hung and adjust accordingly. However, I never make a head any smaller than 7" and do not do full lengths if there is not enough space. I also consider doing sitting figures if the ceilings are lower.
Every artist has their own sense of scale and that should be their guide.
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