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About this work

This sketch shows just a person’s face in profile, but it’s cropped tight—you only see the nose, cheek, and half the forehead. The eyes are closed, and one hand rests lightly on the face, like they’re lost in thought. The lines are simple but careful, with no extra shading—just pencil strokes that build up the shape. The paper looks old, with a slight yellow tint, and the drawing feels quick, like a first try. The artist didn’t fuss over details, but the face still feels real. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching next—it’s a way to build shadows with layers of lines.