Properties of Light

When painting a face think of the topography rather than the individual features. Ask what areas are protruding or receding and select your values and color accordingly. For example:

-deep set eyes - use deeper values

-prominent nose - use a deep shadow value

-focus on light side of face - lower value on lower part of face

Squint and distinguish light from shadow. For the light to look crisp and luminous, the shadow must be vague but still interesting. Use warm, dark colors. Wa