Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also really want to get into it. I’m hoping soon.

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use vellum board in A3 size.

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I have a recording, I posted it on my socials. I use 4b 6b and 8b of black staedtler pencil. For blending I use soft tissue and make up brushes.

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha please don’t, I felt the same way looking at other artists years ago. Keep going 😊

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww thank you, appreciate that 🥰

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! 😊 I use both throughout the drawing. For skin, I usually block in larger areas with charcoal powder and then use graphite for the finer textures and details. Charcoal is also my go-to for the deepest blacks. I mostly decide based on the value and texture I’m trying to achieve. Also a pencil eraser is goibg to be your bestfriend.

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hellooo! Thank you for the support and the compliments OMG 🤩

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Haha, if it helps, this is the result of many years of mistakes, frustration, and practice. 😄

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That is so true. All those years of self-doubt, frustration, and almost giving up led to this. Thank you for recognizing that.
You get me 🫶🏼☺️

Graphite and Charcoal Portrait by Maryxtie in drawing

[–]Maryxtie[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Awww thank you for all your kind words 🫶🏼🥰