Lego Portraits

I have a few pet peeves in art that I am sure you have heard over the years. I want all of my students to be able to draw a realistic tree and a portrait in proper proportion.  It is time for a portrait lesson!

First we will work on a face sketch.  I will demonstrate how to divide the head to properly place the features.  They will add hair so the portrait looks a bit less scary!

Then we will have some fun.  We will either make a self-portrait or a favorite character in Lego form!  Here is me as a Lego person. Notice the eyes and mouth are still in the proper portrait place. Color will be added with crayons and/or colored pencils.