Facial Expressions for Artists: Techniques for Capturing Emotion and Mood in Portrait and Character Drawings (For Artists, 10)

Breathe life into your portraiture with this inclusive guide to drawing the full range of human emotions, from fear to rage, grief to joy.



An accurate depiction of a subject or character's facial expression is the key to conveying their individuality as well as authentic emotion or mood. Written and illustrated by Oliver Sin, celebrated portrait artist, veteran instructor, and author of Drawing the Head for Artists, Facial Expressions for Artists:

 

• Shows how the skull and facial musculature translate into the planes of the face
• Covers subtle emotions like anxiety and irritation as well as unrestrained ones like exuberance and despair
• Features models with a variety of facial types and ethnic and racial backgrounds
• Includes gesture drawings to demonstrate how certain expressions are supported or complemented by body language and physical poses