Back to Portraits for Beginners Course
by Kari Lynn M.
8 Things to Know Before You Paint Portraits
Welcome, fellow painter, to the “How to Paint Portraits for Beginners” course. We’re so glad you’re here!
Now, before we actually get started painting portraits, we just have a few simple concepts, painting techniques, and tips to go over. So, join in with this quick lesson that will “prep” you for this full course, and learn how you can set yourself up for success when it comes to making realistic portraits.
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Materials Needed
- One blank practice paper
- Paints
- White
- Raw Umber
- Blue or Black
- A mixing palette for acrylic paint
- One paint mixing tool (either a spatula, butter knife, or craft/popsicle stick)
- One small/medium roundhead brush
Kari Lynn M. 