Now you blend. But only blend within the value zones. Never blend your shadow zone into your light zone. This preserves the "stylized" pop.
: Use a clear value structure (dark, mid, and light tones) to define 3D shapes. Avoid "same face syndrome" by understanding how light interacts with different facial planes. Light and Color
Before picking up a brush, a student must understand that To master stylized portraits, you must first master realism so you know what to simplify and what to exaggerate.
But if you commit to the fundamentals——you will find your voice. The stylized portrait class is not about teaching you one style (anime, realism, cartoon, concept art). It is about giving you the toolbox to invent your own.
