Start with a light oval or circle for the head
Draw a vertical center line down the face
Draw a horizontal line across the middle for the eyes
Place the eyes evenly on the eye line
Add the nose below the eyes, centered on the face
Add the mouth below the nose, centered on the face
Mark the hairline above the eyes
Draw the ears between the eye line and the nose line
Shape the jaw and chin
Refine the eyes with eyelids, pupils, and lashes
Refine the nose with nostrils and bridge
Refine the mouth with lips and corners
Add eyebrows above the eyes
Draw the hair around the head shape
Erase construction lines gently
Add shading to show depth and form
Compare both sides of the face for balance
Practice drawing faces from different angles
Study real faces and reference photos
Keep proportions simple at first
Draw lightly and adjust as needed