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I tried to make a ‘serious’ portrait from a local celeb in my hometown. I had him looking very serious, an in low light conditions to make the reference picture.

I think the result is awesome. Next time I’ll do a happy smiling portrait, promise!

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    Initial sketch, and some first shades

    This Is How A Portrait That Took Me 25 Hours Was Created

    Added a little background, and preparations for the mustache

    This Is How A Portrait That Took Me 25 Hours Was Created

    Roughly shading the forehead…

    This Is How A Portrait That Took Me 25 Hours Was Created

    Trying to do the lower part of the face, hoping to keep my hands clear to avoid smearing the drawing

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    This Is How A Portrait That Took Me 25 Hours Was Created

    Finished moustache (pfff) and the chin

    This Is How A Portrait That Took Me 25 Hours Was Created

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    The final image. Now some fixative, and off to the framers!

    This Is How A Portrait That Took Me 25 Hours Was Created

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