Technique for quickly sketching a portrait outline


1. **Find the 3 Key Points**: Identify the three most distinctive features of the face: the forehead, nose, and chin. These points will serve as the foundation for your outline.
2. **Draw the Basic Shape**: Draw a rough oval shape around the forehead, making sure to include the hairline. The oval should be slightly tilted, with the top end pointing towards the back of the head.
3. **Add the Nose and Chin**: Draw a small triangle for the nose, making sure it's centered below the forehead oval. The chin should be a small, curved line that extends from the bottom of the nose.
4. **Define the Eyes**: Sketch the outline of the eyes, using a gentle curve to follow the shape of the eye socket. Make sure to include the eyebrow shape above each eye.
5. **Add Facial Structure**: Draw in the outline of the jawline, cheekbones, and forehead bones using gentle curves and soft lines. This will help define the overall shape of the face.
6. **Refine and Detail**: Refine your outline by adding more detail to the facial features, such as eyelashes, eyebrows, and mouth shape.