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A Traditional Caricature Commission in 18 Steps (view source)
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is more about painting techniques than drawing. So here's how I do it now.
'''1. ''' After getting a job, settling on a price and doing the
sketch, I start with a relatively tight drawing. I make
certain it has been approved by the client. I always show
the client feel the power of being in charge.
'''2. ''' Using a 1/2 or 5/8 flat angular brush, I wet the skin areas
on the cold press illustration board. I use clean water to wet
one section at a time. Notice I've avoided wetting the teeth
at about this point.
'''3. ''' I paint all of my studio commissions with gouache, which is an
opaque water color. We used it in art school and I love it for its
versatility. The Winsor & Newton brand offers a premixed color
the illusion of highlights.
'''4. ''' It doesn't do you any good to paint anything else until
you get the heads right. That's why after the skin has
dried, I move on into the eyes and hair. Be careful to avoid
