Start with a light oval for the head
Add a vertical center line and a horizontal eye line
Sketch the jawline and chin
Draw the hairline and short hairstyle
Place the eyes along the eye line
Add the eyebrows, nose, and mouth
Outline the ears on both sides of the head
Sketch the neck and shoulders
Draw the outline of the face and refine the features
Add facial hair if desired
Draw the clothing collar and upper body
Add any visible tattoos or accessories
Erase unnecessary guide lines
Darken the final lines
Add shading to the face, hair, and clothing