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Portrait Proportions and Flesh Tones

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Using the provided blank face template, learners of any age draw to learn how to create proper facial proportions. This lesson focuses on two dimensional facial proportions, how to estimate those proportions, and drawing techniques. If time permits, there are a few tips on mixing flesh tones.

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painting techniques, painting, art techniques, estimation, measurement

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estimation, measurements, painting techniques, drawing technique, facial proportions, mixing paints, portrait painting, painting, painting flesh tone, comparative measurements, math
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1st - 12th
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Math
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