Caricatures are basically images shown in an exaggerated way through sketching or pencil strokes. It shows real three dimensional characters and is a powerful art form when used correctly.
The essentials of caricature rely on understanding what the subject is. It is important to find out the uniqueness in your subject before you start. Each individual has a different facial feature and slightly different proportions.
When drawing caricatures, eyes, noses and mouths are prime areas that show the character. Start by mapping the face with lines and simple shapes from which eyes, noses, and mouths are drawn.
When drawing the face, start with nose because everything is proportionate from there. After drawing face, Add personality and props to your drawing. Capturing personality and props to your drawing is what makes it a memorable caricature.
If you are working from a reference, choose a high-quality photo. Then try to draw big shapes of your subject. Keeping these tips in mind can help you a lot when you are just starting out with caricature drawings.
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