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Purpose: To determine where values change when light moves over an uneven surface by using a range of values to paint the different values in a realistic, monochromatic self-portrait;
To effectively communicate an image that looks like you through careful examination of the values and structure of your face.
In order to paint realistic looking facial features it is important to focus on details such as a good trace or sketch to start. Sketching your different values and labeling them first is also important. When doing the nose it is key to use different values or grey to make it appear 3D instead of outlining. On the eyes a small vital detail is to paint the eyelids last so that the iris doesn’t appear to be popping out too much. Finally you want to define the changes in shades as well as facial features well.
In my painting I used several different shades to make my face seem as realistic as possible. I defined the features on my face well using solid and thick layers of paint making sure to have clear borders between values as well as between my face and the wall. I made sure not to outline too and filled in the entire sheet with almost no gaps. Finally, when I look at my piece I can definitely see myself in it.
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