Start with a light oval for the head
Add a vertical centerline and a horizontal eye line
Sketch the jawline and chin
Place the facial features with simple guides
Draw the eyes as small, sharp shapes
Add the nose with minimal lines
Sketch the mouth with a neutral or serious expression
Outline the hairstyle with short, messy, spiked sections
Add the dreadlocks or textured hair details
Draw the neck and shoulders
Sketch the upper body with a simple T-shirt or hoodie shape
Add the tattoo shapes on the face and neck if desired
Refine the facial structure and hair contours
Clean up the sketch by erasing guide lines
Ink the final lines with a darker pen or pencil
Shade the face, hair, and clothing for depth
Add final details to match the reference image