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3 Techniques for Incredibly Realistic Portraits

Dive into the world of oil painting with this insightful tutorial by SIMPLIFY Drawing and Painting. Designed for beginners, this video introduces three key techniques to enhance the realism in your portrait paintings, focusing on texture, light, shadow, and the subtleties of color variation.

Alex Tzavaras, a contemporary realist artist, guides you through each step with clarity and practical advice, from mastering hair texture with unique brush strokes to mixing flesh tones for lifelike warmth. Whether you're tackling hair intricacies or refining the edges of a face, these lessons are tailored to build your skills and confidence in oil painting.

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Until next time, keep exploring the depths of oil painting and enrich your artistic journey.

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