StepByStep Index

How to Paint Small Figures from Photos
Learn how to paint small figures using photos of people as a starting point.

Expressive Figure Painting Step by Step: "Blues"
Figure Painting: A step-by-step demonstration of painting a figure, concentrating on conveying a mood.

Painting Skin Tones
An in-depth look at how to paint skin tones (both realistic and expressionist), what pigment colors to use, and how to mix suitable skin tones.

Figure Painting: Proportions of the Body & Face
While no-one's built exactly the same, there are certain standard proportions that help when painting figures and portraits.