Creating Realistic Graphite Pencil Portraits from Photos
I create detailed graphite pencil portraits from photos and original graphite pencil art. I also try to provide resources and helpful information to other pencil artists. I hope you enjoy seeing my pencil art and reading this information on my website www.pencilsandpixelsart.com
I began drawing as a teenager, and have had a pencil in my hand consistently ever since. My goal with a portrait from a photo to capture the essence of a person in that moment. Eyes are my favorite feature to draw, since they say so much about the emotions of a person. Often comments about my pencil portraits include the terms "lots of emotion", "sensitive", and "so realistic". I so enjoy hearing kind comments like that, because it means I have been successful! I hope you will consider contacting me to create a beautiful portrait from your favorite photo. Special requests are welcome, and can include adding text like a name or date, and combining people from more than one photo.
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My Pencil Art Links
- Pencils and Pixels Art.com - Pencil Portraits and More!
- My sites' home page with recent and general information.
- About Pencil Portraits
- Find out about the high qulaity materials I use to create pencil portraits, how to choose the best photo for your pencil portrait, and how to make your pencil portrait last for generations to come.
- Pencil Art Central
- Pencil Art Central Provides resources for pencil artists. Find information on pencil drawing through articles, reviews, questions and answers, polls, contests, and more.
- Pencil Portraits Galleries and more
- Visit all my galleries to see my colllection of work on pencil portraits, celebrity pencil art, and more!
- Star Wars Celebrity Pencil Art Gallery
- See the Star Wars based drawings I have created.
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- Click here if you have an art related site and would like to exchange links with www.pencilsandpixelsart.com.
- About the Artist
- Read more about how I started to draw.
- My Art Blog
- Read about my recent news, and pick up some tips for graphite drawing.
Graphite Pencil Portraits From Photos
I draw very realistic pencil portraits from photos. The subjects I have drawn include people, pets, buildings, and vehicles. I can draw using one photo, or compose subjects from several photographs into one pencil portrait.Please visit PencilsandPixelsArt.com if you would like to order, and see more examples of my work.
Sea a larger view of this portrait of two friends here.
Celebrity Pencil Portraits
I enjoy doing celebrity portraits for fun, and to experiment with different graphite pencil techniques. Here is a look at one of my celebrity pencil portraits.Visit my Celebrity Pencil Portraits gallery to see more.
See a larger view of Elizabeth Taylor's portrait.
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- Celebrity Pencil Portraits Vote
- Visit this link to cast a vote! Thanks for participating!
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Recently Completed Celebrity Pencil Art
Nicole Kidman
The last celebrity vote chose Nicole Kidman. Also check out the larger view of her completed portrait.Sean Connery is next . . . Stay Tuned!
Enter My Pencil Art Contests!
Contests featured on Pencils and Pixels Art.com
- Graphite Pencil Portraits Contest
- Visit this link to read the simple rules and see current graphite pencil portrait entries.
- Colored Pencil Portraits Contest
- Visit this link to read the simple rules and see current graphite pencil portrait entries.
Prints of My Original Graphite Pencil Art
I recently discovered a great site for artists and art enthusiasts. Fine Art America offers free galleries for artists and prints available on demand.I recently set up my gallery. Curently, it contains a few of my orignal pencil art works, and pieces from one of my other artistic interests - photography. I will continue adding new original graphite art there, and offer prints of it for sale.
Be sure and take a look at my art gallery!
Nicole Hamilton's Gallery
Deaven - What was recently on my drawing desk.
Finished Graphite Pencil Portrait
Deaven
I recently finished Deaven's pencil portrait, much to his grandmother's delight! He was dressed in his grandpa's over sized football jersey.See a larger view of the finished portrait on my site. I also have a high resolution image of the portrait posted in my gallery on Fine Art America.
Contact me about commissioning a graphite portrait for a special gift!
It's All About Contrast
Pencil art is the basis for all art. Graphite, charcoal, and carbon allow artists to explore a subject in black, white, and shades of grey. I like to have true contrast in my pencil art, whites are whites, and blacks are black. I create this contrast by using true white paper. For deep shadows I will use soft, dark grades of graphite, charcoal, or carbon.
This adds to realism and increases the sense of depth in my pencil portraits.
For Star Wars Fans
I am a big Star Wars fan, so be sure and take a look at my Star Wars Celebrity Art. This gallery is filled with some graphite and colored pencil pieces I hav done over the years.
Be sure and visit the Star Wars Shop for some cool posters and prints, and other collectibles.
Pencil Art Books on Amazon I Recommend
Drawing Realistic Textures in Pencil
A must have for any pencil artist wanting to improve in rendering subjects realisitcially. J.D. Hillberry is an accomplished pencil artist, and this book takes you step by step through his creative process.You are sure to find many valuable tips. He shows how to accuratley render glass, metal, leather, and more! Read my full review of his book.
Amazon Price: $16.49 (as of 07/26/2008)
Pencil Drawing Techniques
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 07/26/2008)
How to Draw Lifelike Portraits from Photographs
Amazon Price: $16.49 (as of 07/26/2008)
The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
Amazon Price: $11.53 (as of 07/26/2008)
Drawing People
Wonderful book for anyone wanting to render the human figure more accurately. Filled with wonderfull illustrations. Good basic tips on proportions of the human body, plus some great advice on rendering clothing. Read my full review of his book.
Amazon Price: $17.81 (as of 07/26/2008)
Materials I Use to Create Pencil Portraits
I strive to use high quality materials to create my pencil portraits. Here is a list of the supplies I keep on hand, and I would recommend to other artists.Paper: Strathmore 2 ply Bristol 300 Series
An excellent true white paper, that is thick. The thickness resists creasing, and allows for indenting to create unique effects.
Artist Quality Graphite Pencils: Sanford 2H, HB, 2B, 6B, General's 8B woodless.
Charcoal Pencils: General's 4B Soft, 2B Medium, and Hard
General's Artist Quality Powdered Graphite
Erasers: Kneaded Rubber Eraser, Papermate Tuff Stuff Eraser Stick, Pentel Clic Eraser
Fixative: Krylon Workable Fixatif
I get all these at Dick Blick Art Materials
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