Japanese pro Advice to students – How to draw female characters

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How to draw female characters

Student
Hello
I’ve been experimenting with face angles, eyes and hair. I practiced using references from other manga/anime and then made these on my own!

Student’s drawing

Teache
This is amazing work! I can tell you’ve worked really hard on it! All the faces are very well drawn! The lines are especially clean and really enhance the cuteness and beauty of the girls.
It would improve even further if you pay attention to the structure of the hair in relation to the three-dimensional shape of the face. For example, when the face is at a 3/4 angle, having the hair slightly overlap the eyes creates a more natural look. Also, being mindful of the shape of the head underneath the hair will help with the overall balance.
That said, as I mentioned earlier, all the faces are beautifully done! Please move on to the next lesson with confidence. Keep up the great work!

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