This course is straight to the point! Focused on showing details of shading and gradients, since these are the basis for the correct design of any drawing with a realistic appearance. We will see shading techniques, light and shadow, application of texture on the skin, among others. We will see techniques to be able to trace the drawing of a face with the maximum similarity to the person in the photo to be drawn, we will study each part of the face by separated and finally we will draw a complete face step by step. You will learn step by step how to detangle nose, mouth, hair and how to draw a complete face. You will see different ways to copy the lines of a drawing using a photograph, from techniques such as using a light table to a totally freehand drawing. In the end, you will be able to make beautiful realistic drawings using basic materials and applying simple techniques, but very powerful and effective so that you can create a photographic design with maximum details and similarity according to the model you use as a reference in the photograph. Take your favorite drawing materials and develop your drawings from realistic portraits. I wish you all an excellent experience with realistic drawings and whenever you need help, please contact me and I will do my best to help you on your journey as a realistic portrait designer.