The Natural Portrait
Published on HivePostify by @bijutsu · Sat Aug 29 2026
Warm greetings to Sketchbook Hivers
I wanted to keep this portrait simple but expressive, using pen strokes and cross-hatching to bring out the features, hair, and shadows. The loose lines in the hair give it a natural feel, while the darker areas add depth and character to the face. I enjoyed letting the sketch remain slightly raw instead of making every line perfect.
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