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Ryder's technique
I will be attending Tony Ryder's portrait drawing workshop in January, so I have been studying his book. In preparation, I thought my first drawing attempt on toned paper with graphite and white pastel should be a copy of his work. I have attached the drawing and reference piece from his book.
This was an interesting learning experience. His ability to render skin with all the nuances is amazing. I fumbled quite a bit, laying down a shadow then having to lift it out again, unable to get the skin to breathe, per se. His shadow areas are very complex. My next drawing will be on toned paper but with a live model. I will post that when complete.
Overall working on toned paper felt clumsy but I think I will like it the more I do. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
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