A common beginner mistake is placing eyes too high; they actually sit roughly halfway down the head. Capturing Expression: The Secret is in the Shadows
Before you make your first cut, you must understand the basic roadmap of the human head. Most carvers rely on the to ensure a balanced, realistic appearance: Divide the face into three equal horizontal sections: The hairline to the eyebrows. The eyebrows to the bottom of the nose. The bottom of the nose to the bottom of the chin. Carving the Human Face: Capturing Character and...
True "character" doesn't come from fine detail, but from the deep anatomy of muscles and bones that create shadows. A common beginner mistake is placing eyes too