Draw a light oval for the head
Add a neck and simple shoulders
Sketch the hairline and short hairstyle
Place the eyes, nose, and mouth with simple lines
Add the eyebrows and ears
Draw a modest blouse or dress collar
Sketch the upper body and clothing folds
Add a jacket or coat if desired
Refine the face shape and hair details
Darken the main outlines
Erase extra sketch lines
Add shading to the face, hair, and clothing
Keep the expression calm and dignified