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Thank you, Matthew!
I always work to emphasize the eyes. They are, after all, windows to the soul. And I just love to draw them!! Brian's chin is dimpled(?) I think from his expression. He does not have a distinctive dimple, so I thought it best to keep the chin looking smooth. I was afraid if I tried to render the dimpling it might "age" him. I thought it better to leave the skin baby smooth.
I am using a range of pencils on this one. I started the drawing with 3H, very lightly so that I could erase and make adjustments when necessary. Also used the 3H to lay down the shadows. Then I worked up to H, HB, B, 4B and 6B. I also recently purchased a battery powered pencil sharpener and keep it right next to me. I sharpen up at least three pencils in each hardness. I am getting better at stopping and sharpening often, it does really affect the line quality.
I've learned here on the forum and in Anthony Ryder's workshop that the pressure of the pencil to the paper should always be light. To go darker, use a softer lead, not a heavier hand, so that you do not mar the paper's surface.
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