Learn to Capture Lifelike Faces: Introduction to Portrait Drawing
Have you ever wanted to recreate a striking photograph with pencil or ink, but felt intimidated by all the details? Domestika’s popular course “Introduction to Portrait Drawing” by Peruvian illustrator Alonso Palomino simplifies the process so you can confidently draw realistic portraits that reflect personality and emotion.
👤 Meet Your Instructor: Alonso Palomino
Based in Lima, Alonso Palomino is a talented illustrator and graphic designer with a passion for portraiture. Since launching this course, he’s attracted over 3,420 students and received 97% positive reviews—a testament to his clear teaching style and practical approach to drawing from photographs.
📚 What You’ll Learn
This beginner-friendly course includes 20 lessons (~2h 30m), 3 downloadable files, 13 practical exercises, and a final portrait project. You’ll learn to:
- 🧭 Understand materials, light and shadow, and how to think in 3D
- ⚙️ Break down the head using shapes and anatomical landmarks
- 🖊️ Sketch, fit, and refine facial features using reference photos
- 🎯 Layer highlights, midtones, and shadows for realistic depth
- 🖋️ Apply conservation techniques and even explore ink as a finish
🎯 Who Is This Course For?
- 🖌️ Beginners eager to learn portrait drawing techniques
- 📸 Artists transitioning from snapshot to drawn portraiture
- 🧠 Creatives wanting to capture character with realism
- 🆕 Anyone interested in portrait drawing using pencil or ink
💡 Why Take It on Domestika?
- 🎥 Professionally produced lessons with guided demonstrations
- 🌍 Subtitles available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, and Dutch.
- 📁 Downloadable assets for reference and sketching practice
- 👥 Reviewer-active community where artists share and grow
- 🎓 Final project—a portrait you can display or include in a portfolio
📈 Final Thoughts
“Introduction to Portrait Drawing” delivers skill, structure, and confidence. Alonso Palomino guides you step-by-step—from basic shapes to expressive shading—helping you create a portrait that feels real. The course isn’t about copying photos, it’s about understanding and conveying emotion. Perfect for visual learners and beginners alike.
👉 Ready to Draw Real Faces?
Click the button below to enroll and begin your portrait journey. With Domestika’s frequent sales, you can access this course for under $1—don’t wait!