Drawing Realistic Portraits Using the Loomis Method (Full Breakdown)

Transform a reference photo into a fully structured, realistic portrait using the Loomis Method—the gold standard for constructing the human head. In this in-depth tutorial, I take you through the entire process of building a lifelike portrait from scratch. Using the Loomis approach, we analyze proportions, build the structure, and refine the drawing with confidence and clarity. What you’ll learn in this video: • How to construct the Loomis head from a blank page • The essential landmarks of the face (brow line, nose, lips, chin) • Proper eye and mouth alignment • Drawing with purpose: structure before detail • How to compare your sketch to the photo for accuracy • Line clarity, volume, and proportion strategies • Real-world application of classical drawing techniques Whether you’re practicing portrait drawing, preparing for art school, or simply aiming to improve your facial construction skills, this tutorial will elevate your understanding of head drawing fundamentals. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro & tools 01:15 – Loomis head framework 04:00 – Eye, nose, mouth construction 09:30 – Refining with structure 13:45 – Comparing sketch to reference 16:00 – Final thoughts & drawing tips ⸻ portrait drawing loomis, realistic head drawing, loomis method tutorial, loomis head breakdown, how to draw from reference photo, pencil sketch face, academic drawing tutorial, draw faces from scratch, face structure drawing, loomis construction explained, realistic portrait art, figure drawing, andrew loomis head, sketching portraits accurately ⸻ #RealisticPortrait #LoomisMethod #DrawingTutorial #ArtFundamentals #PortraitSketch #FaceDrawingStepByStep #FigureDrawingBasics #HowToDrawFaces #PencilPortrait #LoomisHead #DrawingFromPhoto #AcademicDrawing #SketchToRealism #ArtStudents #StructureBeforeDetail ⸻