Time-Tested Tips for Drawing Realistic Skin Textures and Colors
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- In this video, Darrel shares his experience with capturing skin textures and skin colors - and making them look realistic. Find more great content on our website: www.fivepencilmethod.com
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Actually, no John. This is the guy who carried those two heavy tablets of stone down a mountain to enlighten struggling artists! ;-) I'm just restarting drawing after a 40-year hiatus and today stumbled across this 5-Pencil Method while desperately searching for a way to draw realistic hair. Not a beard, though I'll get onto that too, but on a lynx. I'm still open-mouthed at the clarity, depth and completely open-handedness of this this man's teaching. Many thanks Darrel Tank for your remarkable ability to inspire and encourage.
this is one of my biggest challenges as an artist. shading and value. .and blending..with trying to get that skin looking right.
Not a white coat. Haha ive had on stroke a year . Just started draws.
Its good to be reminded there are variable pencil grades which aid in shading and bringing out values on a piece of work. Many times we stay with several favorite pencils and incorporate stumps and methods of smudging, particularly fingertip number 1. I enjoyed this tutorial very much. Thank you🙂
The sketch of the little boy is absolutely insane. Perfect.
since this video was published in 2014 you probably wont read this , but I thought I would just say that I really learn a lot from these videos. lol I went to collage to be an artist and they never taught me as much as I have learned from you. so thanks for taking the time to share your techniques and skills your amazing at your craft. I bet you have spent more than ten thousand hours doing. again amazing..
Thank you for the kind words, Kimberly! We appreciate it! ~Diane, 5PM Team
All I can say is thank you. This channel and content is a gift. I am humbled that you are giftingvus with your experience and knowledge. Thank you. ❤ from Alaska
This blows my mind, how realistic it looks, and exciting how I could potentially draw this..
I've started trying to gradually layer instead of blending and burnishing and I'm feeling more confident with my drawings. I think its really tempting to want to smooth out the shading though.
the white hair you drew is so beautiful
After using a tortillian for a while now, this video has definitely made me question it being the better option. I now understand why after a certain point it becomes hard for me to put more pencil down - and in turn take it away. I always struggle. Also using the texture of the paper I think will help improve my drawings so much more. Thank you so much for this!
I absolutely love your videos. Your very patient, and detailed oriented. You really do beautiful work,and your videos have helped me immensely.
Those portraits are amazing, I can't believe that is a pencil drawing! Amazing, makes me want to put down the pens and pick up the pencils again.
I am not rich, far from it, so the paper I usually use is basic sketch paper. I know it is not much, but it permits me to do what I want. I never knew about the teeth in paper, this info was very interesting to learn. Thank you for sharing. Awesome videos. I will watch many more.
I learn something new everytime I watch your videos.
Your drawings are beautiful, but the one of the little boy is especially spectacular.
Great information, sometimes I do use the tortillas and just a couple of different pencils on a portrait. Mostly satisfied with the outcome, but realistic details are definitely worth the extra effort. Thanks again for the info !
Good video,I have to say I use Q-Tips and it work great for me.I like the textures I can get with them.I also tried blending stumps and they seem to work half way decent and are good for this lines and wrinkles.Thanks again for your video.
Thank you so much for your videos. I work with both graphite and color pencils. I was looking all over the Internet for information about how to make wrinkles in the skin. This was the ONLY one I could find that came close to helping. It also provided info that will help me on future projects. I have added this to my home screen so I can watch the other videos you made. Your artwork is amazing! Thanks again!
This was surprisingly helpful, especially the bit about ways to use the tooth of the paper.
I appreciate the opportunity to learn more and improve my drawing skills. I had been given a kneaded eraser and tortillons at a very early age (I am 67), which, not knowing about your method, I have always employed. This is so exciting to learn how to use your blending method~I already see such a difference and improvement in my work!
Finally a detailed theorical and practical video that helps the transition from basic to advance level. Pretty nice. I'll Subscribe without a doubt.
Thank you Darrel for all your help. I've just started drawing with the pencil and love it. I have learn't so much with this video so look forward to the next one.
you are such a good teacher,love from Israel
Excellent video. Thank you for posting
I'm really having a hard time shadowing. I just can't reach the results that I want. Now, I can realize that how important is to know more about pencil hardness. Thank you.
Wow I love this & his work is absolutely beautiful! Thanks for the video :)
this guy knows his craft... dang good info
this video really opens my eyes, gives me a better idea of building up graphite layers
Very nice tutorial on drawing with pencils! I subscribed! I do totally different tutorials but it is great to see what you can do with just pencils! Values are the most important aspect of a drawing of a painting, color is secondary.
Hello sir! I really love drawing and I started drawing with pencil an hb few weeks ago, I don't put that much effort nor time because I always felt lost and couldn't really trust myself and the results I may end up I even sometimes like to tear apart the whole paper that's when I know I need to stop ( after only 10 mins) however this vid and the way you explain it and make it look and sound earsy of course if you like drawing made me change my mind and make more time and effort and of course patience in drawing! I will for sure continue watching your videos and learning from such an amazingly talented man as you are . thank you so so so so much for sharing!
I'm 10 and I love to draw realistic portraits and you have helped me so much!
I was shocked at how much Darrel looks like the late Sir Richard Attenborough =) Very informative video, too
I've learnt a lot from this video.
Awsome content, extremely good teacher for sure 😁
Thank you so much for uploading your videos. They help me out so much and i appreciate your kindness of how you share to us your masterful skills.god bless you
A lighter line is easier to erase, so I’d say start lighter and gradually build on it until you are happy. A bit like watercolour painting. Acrylics you paint light on dark. I feel more confident drawing very lightly and softly and buildingon it. Then I don’t get those deep lines in my paper which I can’t ever get rid of. Always soft light with pencil don’t press into drawing
Great video....thank you so much for sharing....I always used to wonder how to get realistic skin texture....you just nailed it with such detail that i can't wait to apply it in my nxt drawing.
The variety of textures in the old man portrait is amazing. How did you draw the white hairs in the beard? Is it done using a fine eraser?
U SOLVED MY ENTIRE LIFE THANKS SO MUCH WOW IT WAS THAT EASY AND I STRUGGLE TRYing TO DO EVERY PORE
Nice video, I usually use sharp pencils to get skin details,
Using mono eraser also helps and a blending stump
Yes, us different types of paper, makes you a better artist. realy it does. Like horse riding or driving. Riding different horses will make you a far better rider. Due to different personalities, paces and experience and temperament of your partner. As with paper and pencil. Even .esrning the feel of when your point wears down gradually. It reaches a moment that’s perfect in your hands before you need to resharpen it.
Congratulations!
Great work...🌹
Thank you for sharing I will watch all you videos ive learnt so much just from this one and what amazing drawings
This is the best way
Aren't you the guy from the first Jurassic Park? lol. JK. Thank you very much for the great tutorial
Nah, that was your Mom's muff.
wow your a great artist
great video man., thanks for sharing.
Wow you’re amazing!
Dope Art! 👍
thank you for all this info...you are a MASTER....
Oh my goodness....you,sir, are amazing!!
Thank you!
Thank you!💜🎨📝👍
Oh yes, I did learn a lot :) Thank you for this valuable information! Very pedagogical in your teaching methods! Subscribed and I will go on to the next video :)
Thank you. Vg video🙏
I love these videos.
definitely helping. thank you.
lastima que no entienda el idioma pero doy gracias de por poder ver estas maravillas texturas a lapiz yo tambien hago retratos realisticos y todo es intentar aprender de las demas
I want to buy these pencils and moore materials... bcause I only have a HB schoolpencil hahaha... Thanks for these videos, very helpful! ;)
Hi, i struggle with drawing white beards!, can you please give me some advice please.
Paul Jones Here is the link to Darrel's video about that: czcams.com/video/26VlD_Yfk_Q/video.html
I oddly found its useful to be ambidextrous to a degree. Same with painting. Simply because my hand hides my lines already drawn where I want to draw or paint into and if I can swop hands I uncover that bit right away. Just a tip that might or might not be useful to you too.
el del abuelo esta precioso y el del niño parece una foto me podrias decir que tipo de papel esta hecho la del niño gracias
Perfect detailed information
This is a great interview
Great video. And very helpful :)
i am trying to advance my skill in drawing portraits on all my portraits i have the problem of seeing the lines of shading do you have any tips on how to practice stroking the pencil to get rid of the lines
+YT Rabbits There are a few videos to help you. The first couple deal with Tracking and Patches: czcams.com/video/OZ_PRgVf_KA/video.html czcams.com/video/u947MgiUwOI/video.html The third deals with Trouble-shooting regarding this concept: czcams.com/video/3O-Zny1kE9c/video.html
I have a quick question. I personally enjoy the look of markers an pens more than pencil, but I know I can achieve better or easier realistic values with a pencil. Do you think it's a bad idea to incorporate ink into a realistic pencil drawing in order to give the picture more definition?
Can you tell me ... what is the best paper to use?
I have been drawing from your smooth sphere video. The best sphere I could find was an old base ball. set up my lights and got similar effects. After a few dozen practices I decided to finish the ball with the string and all. It worked very well. It reminded me where my light, dark, and reflective light was even though with each seam there was it's own lights and dark areas. Tried the method on a face and also worked well even though there was a lot of erasing around the nose cheeks etc. Am I going in the wrong direction and just shade parts instead of areas? I only use the 2H pencil and then go back and do the details with the other pencils..
+Steve Larsen The principles are the same, regardless of which pencil you use, but generally Darrel starts his shading in the darkest portions of what he is drawing and works toward the highlight. In other words, he would start by laying down value in only the shadow areas with his 4H pencil and then use his 2H pencil to reinforce that base layer and extend just a little further toward the lightest area and then back to his 4H to blend the two together. He would then repeat this process with the next three pencils. Hope this helps! Feel free to email support@fivepencilmethod.com if you have any other questions. ~Diane, 5PM Team
man! that old man's sketch is damn superb fine. what kinda materials did you used?! I m really interested abt that beard.how to do it?! can you show me the tuto of making hair and beard?!
Hello Durga! The materials used are listed at the bottom of our Store page in the Art Supplies section, www.fivepencilmethod.com/store. We have various lessons on hair and beards. You can subscribe to the channel and see all of them listed. Here is a link to one that is quite popular, called Mr. Mulligan: czcams.com/video/MZ33YoNGw9Q/video.html Feel free to email support@fivepencilmethod.com if you have any other questions! ~Diane, 5PM Team
I agree! I am virtually speechless. Such talent!
5-Pencil Method / Drawing With Darrel Tank
nice Video , very helpful .
What kind of paper did you use
I wish I can show you my work and you can tell me how to tweak my work I just want my work to look more realistic
His hair is perfectly white. I think I wanna gloss my skirting boards the same colour.
Completo artista de desenho realista!
Wow im very surprising what a great job :) My friend how many time did you spend to make a realistic face like those two first examples?
What's the best paper?
I’m trying to draw a picture of my neighbor “natural”
I can’t seem to get a decent picture from my drone of her and was wondering if you had any tips on this.?
kind of paper that u use sir
It's amazingروعة
wonderful! love your channel, realy beautiful and i subscribed :)
Where is the best place to get free reference photos to practice drawing please?
I am having difficulty drawing curly hair... not afro, but I am trying to do a picture of a friend... a guy... with fairly tight curls on dark brown hair which he keeps full on the top and sides and also long. I guess they are a corkscrew shape, but I can't get them to look real. I haven't been able to find a video that shows this and I'm getting frustrated with it.
nice
Please have you ever featured in a movie
Hi can you tell me what kind of paper and pencil did you use?
Thank You
+Shao Khan You can view all of the materials Darrel uses at this link: www.fivepencilmethod.com/tutorials/materials-introduction/materials-about-the-materials/ There are tabs above the video for the paper, pencils, etc. You can purchase the items at www.fivepencilmethod.com/store (scroll to bottom of page). ~Diane, 5PM Team
Hello, I have been trying to improve my drawing skills on skin texture and shading, however, my biggest problem is that I am very heavy handed, so when I draw it looks very aggressive, and I am unable to fix any errors that I have made. Is there a way to help me soften my touch up when I do shading?
+Sydney Tillman Practice! Check out the rest of Darrel's channel, and start out at the beginning with some practice on tracking and patches. That will help you get used to the feel of each pencil and how far to extend it out before switching to the next one. And, as always, feel free to email support@fivepencilmethod.com for any additional questions! ~Diane, 5PM Team
Sydney Tillman start off with a lighter value... and then go over that with a darker value
Ive had a sroke. I need to do white cat. Haha.
Damn this is good stuff
how do u draw people with out having a line around the head? like when ur first drawing it
Have you signed up for Darrel's free tutorials? You can do so at www.fivepencilmethod.com/tutorials. There is a whole section there about laying out a drawing that should be helpful to you. Please feel free to email support @fivepencilmethod.com if you have any questions. ~Diane, 5PM Team
Darrel, I've been watching your video's and just bought my first set but have a question. If you are trying to avoid the grain of the paper in some portraits why not use smooth bristol instead of vellum?
Thanks
Hi Stormtrooper: Both sides of the Bristol Vellum have a non-smooth textures. It's just that the "back" is a finer texture and the "front" is a coarser texture. But both sides have a rougher textures than the smooth stock. - Luke with the 5-Pencil team
I understand that. I'm asking you are trying to avoid the grain of the paper in some portraits why not use smooth bristol instead?
I see. I don't believe Darrel wants to totally have a smooth texture in every portion of his drawings. That's why he actually WANTS to have the grain on the paper because it allows him to capture certain textures that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to achieve. There may be portions of a portrait where he wants to have a smoother texture and some portions where he wants to have a coarser texture which using a paper with a tooth allows him to accomplish. Hope that helps. - Luke with the 5-Pencil Method team
I have been drawing all my life, I have been using blending stumps and even brushes. I have been trying very hard to learn the 5pm tapered stroke I have spent 5hrs a day for about two weeks trying to get the sphere down but I cannot get my pencils to lay down like you do in the videos. I had some Prismacolors but find them gritty and that they scratch the paper, I just bought some KOH-I-NOOR Hardtmuth pencils and they seem a little better but I cannot achieve the smooth blending that I see from you. I really wanted to learn this tech but about to give up on it because of the frustration Please Help.
+otto myers I see you are trying out the free 30 day trial of Art Studio. Have you checked out the Homework + Handouts section below each video? There are helpful handouts and diagrams to assist you in learning the 5Pencil Method. It takes practice and patience, but there's guidelines along the way, and you are always welcome to email support @ fivepencilmethod . com for help. ~Diane, 5PM Team
which paper was it??? good vid
The company brand is Strathmore and the paper type is Bristol. 300 is Strathmore’s series number, and Vellum is the texture. ~Diane, 5PM Team
5-Pencil Method / Drawing With Darrel Thank you for your reply..
Is there any chance of me being able to send you a picture of my work, and Darrel critiquing it?
I know that this may be troublesome, but I would highly appreciate it..
Any way, keep up the good work and have a nice weekend
What paper is best?
Here is Darrel's video about the paper: czcams.com/video/xnrTtxwyy8o/video.html ~Diane, 5PM Team
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Hey Darryl and team,
I am finding that when i build up layers i am still getting the shine, how can i prevent this?
Is it perhaps that i need to lighten the pressure more and use the value to my advantage.
I really want to take my drawing to the next level of finer detail but struggling somewhat due to me being over critical of my work.
regards Jason
Hi Jason! Darrel covered this topic in the following video: How to Avoid Dreaded "Graphite Shine" in Your Pencil Drawings ~Diane, 5PM Team
Hey Diane & team
I watched the video, before i actually posted the comment sorry i should have said, I'm not sure what to do as its still having that god awful glare, even after building up layers by the time i have got to 3rd pencil.
Jason Zaple Hey Jason, this is Jeremy with the team. My first question would be what paper are you using? Drawing on a paper without a good "tooth" can cause the graphite to just kind of sit on top of the paper and that will cause a nasty shine. Another thing you'll want to be really careful of is your pencil pressure. It's easy to have a heavy hand and not even realize it. Pressing too hard, even if you are moving forward carefully and in layers, can cause a build up of graphite and give you shine as well. The only other factor I can think of that may be causing you grief would be the type of pencils you are using. What brand and model do you use? I've heard from some folks that certain brands of pencils, even "higher quality" pencils tend to have a higher graphite content and are therefore more shiny... So, several possibilities there! Also, I'm sure you saw in the video, but Darrel even recommends using workable fixative to reduce graphite sheen. Just be sure that you do quick, even bursts across the entire drawing and let each layer dry before adding more. But I would try to fix it before this stage. Let me know if this helps you out at all. I have a feeling it's one of the issues above giving all the trouble. Thanks for touching base and for your support. All the best, Jeremy
Hi Jeremy,
Thanks for the in depth reply; I can say i am using Windsor and Newton bristol board A3 240gms acid free, the pencils i use is Lyra as derwent and castell generally the only ones can get here in the U.K although i find them too grainy for my liking and the wood they seem to use is of a poor quality also.
is there a way of testing pressure? I do use the pencil in the correct way as Darrel explains, at least I think so anyway I also have yet to try the fixative as I noticed how much it discolors the paper when Darrel gave the demonstration.
what about charcoal pencils, should i consider these perhaps?
regards
Jason
HI Jason!
Darrel doesn't recommended mixing charcoal and graphite as that can easily ruin a drawing. Not saying it can't be done, but unlike pure graphite alone, charcoal cannot (easily) be backed off so once you've committed to using it you don't have the same freedom you have with graphite. One way to get used to the feel of each pencil and not overcompensate by changing pressure is to practice the patches exercise. Here's part of the description from the video: "The strokes will gain their full value by utilizing the tracking procedure. Then, leaving a clean edge on one side of your patch, they will become progressively lighter as you move away from the darkest value of the pencil. As you lay them side, by side, you should see a gradation of values. It should fade away to nothing. As you become sensitive to the pressure and visual aspects of your patches, this will add the next dimension of contour and curve to your stroke." Here's the link to that video: bit.ly/1uhwlPB ~Diane, 5PM Team
Hi , tell me wt kind of paper u use 4 ur drawings?????
Hi Pari,
You can get the free tutorials at www.fivepencilmethod.com/tutorials/lessons/
All the videos about the materials Darrel recommends are here... www.fivepencilmethod.com/tutorials/materials-introduction/materials-about-the-materials/
Enjoy!
~Diane, 5PM Team
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4H 2H HB 2B 4B is all you use?
Yes!
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What about real dark areas like hair u don't use 8b or charcoal
Also I want to ask about paper we here in Egypt just have twi kind of papers canson and fabriano so which is better and can I get the same results also we don't have eraser like yours its look like mechanical pen very thin what should I use instead of it
No, no charcoal and only the 4H, 2H, HB, 2B & 4B. Many users on Darrel's online Community favor the Canson paper. The eraser is a Tombow Mono Zero eraser and you can buy them from Amazon, which does ship to Egypt. If you have any other questions, feel free to email support@fivepencilmethod.com.~Diane, 5PM Team