Beginners often make the mistake of drawing a large nose simply because they notice the subject has a prominent nose. Redman taught that a nose only appears large because of its spatial relationship to the eyes, mouth, and chin. His work emphasizes three primary steps: Finding the dominant rhythm of the face.
: Know the exact, standard proportions of the average human head.
Once you understand the basic proportions and underlying geometry, Redman’s guide teaches you how to exaggerate those deviations effectively.
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To successfully integrate Lenn Redman's methods into your daily art practice, follow this structured training regimen:
Draw the exaggerated overall head shape onto your action line. If the subject has a massive forehead and a tiny chin, draw an upside-down pear shape. If they have a heavy jaw, draw a regular pear shape. Step 4: Lock In the Eyes and Nose Relationship
—an "average" face used as a mental reference point. By comparing a subject's features to this baseline, artists can systematically identify what to exaggerate. Observation: