Try painting the same character three times, once using only rounded shapes and once using sharp angles. Notice how the "vibe" changes entirely. 5. Brushwork and Texture
Block in your 4-value structure using your chosen hue shift palette. No blending allowed. At this stage, the portrait looks like a mosaic or stained glass. That is correct. Try painting the same character three times, once
Week 2 — Simplification & Exaggeration Try painting the same character three times, once
Week 3 — Values & Lighting
Stylization allows for "expressive color," but color still needs to follow the laws of light. Try painting the same character three times, once
The “20% rule”: Alter facial proportions by no more than 20% for a readable likeness. Beyond that enters caricature or fantasy.