I can’t believe my drawing professor didn’t show the Loomis method when I was in school. This definitely takes the mysterious difficulty out of drawing heads. I’m going to practice, practice, practice and then attempt drawing my grandchildren. Thank you for this video.
Every art class in primary school should start with this to get the kids psyched about drawing faces. I feel like starting with still life is such a big turn off for so many young artists. It definitely was for me.
This has been very helpful. A note for beginners, while the method itself is pretty solid, you do need some amount of practice before you start seeing results. Don't be discouraged if your first head doesn't look anything like what's being shown here.
You are such a great instructor David! This is the best Loomis head instruction I've ever seen. You explain it much better than Andrew Loomis in his book. Now I'm practicing these heads over and over until I get all of the planes down.
I've been recommending your videos to a lot of people in regards to learning how to draw and this one is definitely getting added to the list of resources I've been giving out!
Yeah brother ive been drawing since I was 5 ..I'm 42 on thev30th of this month and I'm still shocked on how much new info I retain from your videos and iI DEFINITELY recommend your vids too anybody who has not seen urvstuff,which isn't too many..thnx to you and Meredith....
22:36 Getting comfortable drawing box in any perspective is so important before drawing loomis head, especially the centerlines of the box. Understanding space greatly helped me in getting the placement and angles of the facial features right. I was surprised how good I can get a head to look now with a bit of focus. Great video!
As a young artist trying to find my art style and trying to draw more realistically, I want to say you are REALLY amazing. I notice also by using realistic references it helps for me. Thanks for the video man.
@@FaxerYT doing anime before realism isn't good for long-term progress. it teaches you to draw in symbols rather than a proper understanding of form and why lines are placed the way that they are.
@@zent8324 I guess ur right, but for me, Whenever i used realism I ended with a deflated no proportionate drawings with faces that look like literal blobs, Anime drawing helped me to actually draw humans instead of dehydrating deflating throwup man
David!! I'm 27 with a more graphic design/architectural background and ive always wanted to get better at drawing faces/heads and this is the best guide I've seen so far. The way you explain your process is so easy to follow and makes so much sense to me. When you drew in the ears for the first time it's like a light bulb went off!! I can't wait to watch all your videos and learn so much more.
I'm so glad Howie Mandel took the time away from his busy schedule to teach us how to draw heads. Jokes aside thank you so much for the tutorial. This method has made me significantly better at drawing heads, and sparked a flow of motivation.
I remember buying the pencilling techniques of Finch on DVD from the Gnomon workshops, and I'm s happy to see you back in the business as I need to understand the loomis method, its a pleasure to see you again!
Thanks David. You're the best drawing teacher on this app I've seen so far. You explain it in a way that doesn't sound too methodical but yet you establish that there is a basic structure to it and you did this while trying not to sound to overly serious or comedic. You draw in motion that hints the direction of best fit of the lines before you decide on it which is what I think goes through the head of most of us while we try to draw anything. We're imagining it yet trying to draw exactly what we see to get the true perspective from our mind to the canvas. This was a very insightful video. Thank you so much.
Best video on this. I have read Loomis’s books and watched countless videos still with a lack of comprehension. You have made me want to rush to my sketchbook. Thank you for such a valuable resource
Thank you. This is so much more helpful than a 5 minute video glossing over the topic that ends with a pitch for their REAL drawing course. Really good.
David, you went and explaind ALL the landmarks, thank you. Ive seen many videos tackling the Loomis method where they miss half of the landmarks. Ive had to understand those on my own by making assumptions, as I cant afford the Loomis book. Many of my assumptions were verified by you.
I don’t comment on art videos very often, but on this one I have to. Your introduction to the Loomis Method has quite literally changed how do human heads overnight. Thanks a ton man!
I have been having so much issues with the eyes. Drawing the sockets and that little line you mentioned to get the angle helped me out tremendously! Thank you David!
I’ve recently gotten my hands on a copy of his book “figure drawing for all its worth” It’s really taken my art to the next level! The anatomy looks a lot more accurate. Love his books.
Thank you the hair line advice is the best ,it changed my drawing drastically , I was always focused on the other parts of the face confidant that the hairline is so easy to place that’s why heads looks weird
Hey man your way of drawing circles by "moulding them out" actually helped me SO much! For a long time I felt I needed to draw it all in 1 swoop but seeing how you do it and trying it for myself has really, really helped me out
It is a very good instructions. In one video it seems more complete than some of the others. Also, I like your laid back nature and very calm voice. Thank you. Practice practice practice. One other comment. I would really like to see how you clean up your drawings to remove all the guidelines. I'm pretty sure you just erase, but I think that is also a talent to remove guidelines without mucking up some of the composition/features. Again, thanks.
Mr Finch, if by the off chance you read or are notified on comments to month old posts; I want to say how immensely helpful and informative your videos are, especially for amateur artists like myself. Every time I watch I learn something new about your technique, and the process of drawing comic art in general. Some say it’s a dying art form, but artists like you prove that it’s still alive and energetically thriving. Your work is amazing, and your work with Tom King on Batman was EXTRAORDINARY. Thank you 🙏🏻 ❤ -Big Fan
I like the loomis technique. You did a great job of presenting it in a way, that makes it easy to follow. Sometimes i forget to do the lil' intricate stuff. Thanx!
As an autoditact, I used a method quite similar that i "crafted" with my knowledge, and this video really completed the lack of my technique. Thanks, your explanations were really clear.
I been tryin the loomis method for a minute and I think that the style of it is just kinda hard. For some reason when you did the eye tutorial you had the hairline start in the middle of the sphere instead of the eyebrow line and it helped me out a lot more. Either way I love your art and tutorials Mr. Finch. I’m here for everything you giving us
An amazing artist David. Great techniques to use for proportion! For someone getting back into drawing after 20 years, This has been a nice refresher! Thank you.
I bought the Loomis book. I read the book and followed along with it. I was missing something. Listening to you and following along with you I understand it so much better so for that Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
I'm here bcuz I'm disappointed on myself, I have this girl in my class she's like an expert in drawing she's like 10x better than me, she said that she has raw talent and that's why I came to this channel, one of my friends told me about that channel so that's why I came here. (Thanks David finch)
I finally got the hang of the Loomis method by watching this video multiple times and drawing along. Thank you so much! Now I have a question... How do you practice? Do you use comic books or photo reference and draw them in your own style?
David what an excellent presentation. I have the Loomis book and that I had nailed the concept , although was slightly confused. This video with its great explanation has allayed any confusion I had . So many thanks for clarifying for me.
I have used Loomis' book for drawing reference for years. But seeing his method demonstrated and explained so clearly by David Finch helps clarify things so much. And your results closely match Loomis' own examples.
just got into sketching i have adhd and I draw some crazy faces they need to be 3d and this is very informative and I googled you good job man thank you
I started the year trying to improve my drawing skills using the loomis method and gave up in may bc i was so frustrated. Watching this video helped clarify so much i didn't get just from the book. Thank you so much!
This is perfect timing. I'm just starting on Loomis heads and this is so helpful. Thank you for the kind advice of not beating yourself up! I feel like I'm not progressing fast enough!!
i keep returning to this kind of tutorials just to get a glimpse of motivation to actually start and practice more than doodlings or not even that; i know it's a trained skill but i wish i could actually draw :)) (especially comics and stuff)
Ok, if you have a portrait photo ref., how do you know where to put the first 2 circles? There’s no instruction for establishing that. How do you know how where to put the ear?
Dave - so much great information here. Some of the insights you provided around what lines are important as it relates to other areas/planes really helped to solidify my understanding. The next video request would be how a superhero cowl impacts the head and should be approached. Things like the eye cut outs vs the mask brow line. What features/planes are important and what is anatomically needed vs design work. Thanks for any and all consideration!
To find the forehead line you can create a cylinder inside of the sphere from the lopped off sides of the head. The top edge of the cylinder should be the forehead line. Simply connect the top and bottom of each circle. You can also use these as your thirds lines.
That would be interesting. I've never studied them well, so it' would be a learning experience for me too. My planes for faces come from artists that I like, but not formal study. That can lead to some strangeness here and there, and stylistic quirks that can become limitations, obviously!
@@DavidFinchartist I've seen different versions of the planes of the face, and I would love to see your version. You should check those different versions like the Asaro Head, Loomis, the Anatomy 4 Sculptors head.
As a left handed person, I greatly appreciate this perspective.
The representation society needs
I can’t believe my drawing professor didn’t show the Loomis method when I was in school. This definitely takes the mysterious difficulty out of drawing heads. I’m going to practice, practice, practice and then attempt drawing my grandchildren. Thank you for this video.
Every art class in primary school should start with this to get the kids psyched about drawing faces. I feel like starting with still life is such a big turn off for so many young artists. It definitely was for me.
Oh please excuse your art teacher , he doesn't know it 😂
how'd it go?
This is geniunely the best comment I've ever seen, I hope you have the most lovely life.
Did you digest good at the loomis method
This has been very helpful. A note for beginners, while the method itself is pretty solid, you do need some amount of practice before you start seeing results. Don't be discouraged if your first head doesn't look anything like what's being shown here.
There is something delightfully humble about you, sir. Great artistry and humility seam less snd less common.
You are such a great instructor David! This is the best Loomis head instruction I've ever seen. You explain it much better than Andrew Loomis in his book. Now I'm practicing these heads over and over until I get all of the planes down.
I've been recommending your videos to a lot of people in regards to learning how to draw and this one is definitely getting added to the list of resources I've been giving out!
Awesome, thank you!
@@DavidFinchartist u good
Yeah brother ive been drawing since I was 5 ..I'm 42 on thev30th of this month and I'm still shocked on how much new info I retain from your videos and iI DEFINITELY recommend your vids too anybody who has not seen urvstuff,which isn't too many..thnx to you and Meredith....
22:36 Getting comfortable drawing box in any perspective is so important before drawing loomis head, especially the centerlines of the box. Understanding space greatly helped me in getting the placement and angles of the facial features right. I was surprised how good I can get a head to look now with a bit of focus. Great video!
Thank you for this comment! I spent a week learning the loomis method, and this was the missing piece.
This video along with Marc Brunet version of the Loomis method really brings everything together. So glad I found this artist
As a young artist trying to find my art style and trying to draw more realistically, I want to say you are REALLY amazing. I notice also by using realistic references it helps for me. Thanks for the video man.
You should do Anime style, it worked rly well for me
@@FaxerYT doing anime before realism isn't good for long-term progress. it teaches you to draw in symbols rather than a proper understanding of form and why lines are placed the way that they are.
@@zent8324 I guess ur right, but for me, Whenever i used realism I ended with a deflated no proportionate drawings with faces that look like literal blobs, Anime drawing helped me to actually draw humans instead of dehydrating deflating throwup man
I'm still struggling with heads and faces. But this gave some great tips. Thanks a lot David.
Happy to help!
Exactly it's a little complicated but interesting to watch lol, I hope to come back and understand it a bit more
David!! I'm 27 with a more graphic design/architectural background and ive always wanted to get better at drawing faces/heads and this is the best guide I've seen so far. The way you explain your process is so easy to follow and makes so much sense to me. When you drew in the ears for the first time it's like a light bulb went off!! I can't wait to watch all your videos and learn so much more.
I'm so glad Howie Mandel took the time away from his busy schedule to teach us how to draw heads. Jokes aside thank you so much for the tutorial. This method has made me significantly better at drawing heads, and sparked a flow of motivation.
You are so welcome!
I remember buying the pencilling techniques of Finch on DVD from the Gnomon workshops, and I'm s happy to see you back in the business as I need to understand the loomis method, its a pleasure to see you again!
Thanks David. You're the best drawing teacher on this app I've seen so far. You explain it in a way that doesn't sound too methodical but yet you establish that there is a basic structure to it and you did this while trying not to sound to overly serious or comedic. You draw in motion that hints the direction of best fit of the lines before you decide on it which is what I think goes through the head of most of us while we try to draw anything. We're imagining it yet trying to draw exactly what we see to get the true perspective from our mind to the canvas. This was a very insightful video. Thank you so much.
Best video on this. I have read Loomis’s books and watched countless videos still with a lack of comprehension. You have made me want to rush to my sketchbook. Thank you for such a valuable resource
Thank you. This is so much more helpful than a 5 minute video glossing over the topic that ends with a pitch for their REAL drawing course. Really good.
you said it
David, you went and explaind ALL the landmarks, thank you. Ive seen many videos tackling the Loomis method where they miss half of the landmarks. Ive had to understand those on my own by making assumptions, as I cant afford the Loomis book. Many of my assumptions were verified by you.
You can find PDF online.
I don’t comment on art videos very often, but on this one I have to. Your introduction to the Loomis Method has quite literally changed how do human heads overnight. Thanks a ton man!
Just want to give you praise David, I love that you are sharing your methods - it helps knowing we're learning from a true pro.
I have been having so much issues with the eyes. Drawing the sockets and that little line you mentioned to get the angle helped me out tremendously! Thank you David!
I’ve recently gotten my hands on a copy of his book “figure drawing for all its worth”
It’s really taken my art to the next level! The anatomy looks a lot more accurate. Love his books.
He's the foundation for so many of us!
whats the exact name of the book?
That’s the exact title in the comment, it definitely helped me improve
Thank you the hair line advice is the best ,it changed my drawing drastically , I was always focused on the other parts of the face confidant that the hairline is so easy to place that’s why heads looks weird
Hey man your way of drawing circles by "moulding them out" actually helped me SO much! For a long time I felt I needed to draw it all in 1 swoop but seeing how you do it and trying it for myself has really, really helped me out
It is a very good instructions. In one video it seems more complete than some of the others. Also, I like your laid back nature and very calm voice. Thank you. Practice practice practice.
One other comment. I would really like to see how you clean up your drawings to remove all the guidelines. I'm pretty sure you just erase, but I think that is also a talent to remove guidelines without mucking up some of the composition/features.
Again, thanks.
Mr Finch, if by the off chance you read or are notified on comments to month old posts; I want to say how immensely helpful and informative your videos are, especially for amateur artists like myself. Every time I watch I learn something new about your technique, and the process of drawing comic art in general. Some say it’s a dying art form, but artists like you prove that it’s still alive and energetically thriving. Your work is amazing, and your work with Tom King on Batman was EXTRAORDINARY. Thank you 🙏🏻 ❤
-Big Fan
I like the loomis technique. You did a great job of presenting it in a way, that makes it easy to follow. Sometimes i forget to do the lil' intricate stuff. Thanx!
Thank you Mighty!
This is by far the best head and face drawing tutorial ever, really helped me out alot
As an autoditact, I used a method quite similar that i "crafted" with my knowledge, and this video really completed the lack of my technique. Thanks, your explanations were really clear.
I been tryin the loomis method for a minute and I think that the style of it is just kinda hard. For some reason when you did the eye tutorial you had the hairline start in the middle of the sphere instead of the eyebrow line and it helped me out a lot more. Either way I love your art and tutorials Mr. Finch. I’m here for everything you giving us
I love your videos! My passion for drawing was reignited after practicing the techniques you teach. Thank you!
I have never thought of using this loomis method. But I want to give it a try. Awesome demos.
An amazing artist David. Great techniques to use for proportion! For someone getting back into drawing after 20 years, This has been a nice refresher! Thank you.
halo G-Notes85... lets connected, I Love drawing,,
This is the first time I've slowed down the video instead of speeding up. There's so much information to gather here
I bought the Loomis book. I read the book and followed along with it. I was missing something. Listening to you and following along with you I understand it so much better so for that Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
The most informative and elaborate video on Loomis method head drawing I have found on YT!!! Thank you!!!
This is the best video I've ever seen so far about drawing heads using the Loomis method. I appreciate your detailed explanation. 🙏🥰
So happy that i can watch a loomis method video on youtube by Finch :D
Im so glad I found your video using The Loomis Method on how to draw heads. Thank you for sharing your talent!
ive been trying to figure out how to draw heads for a while now, and i must say this was incredibly helpful. thank you so much!
Finally David, i found a good teacher in youtube, thank u
Thank you David Finch for your helpful video on the Loomis method!
This is perfectly in synch with sculpting process
Your videos are so amazing David, they always help me!
I'm here bcuz I'm disappointed on myself, I have this girl in my class she's like an expert in drawing she's like 10x better than me, she said that she has raw talent and that's why I came to this channel, one of my friends told me about that channel so that's why I came here. (Thanks David finch)
Nobody has raw talent, only time and experience
Your art tutorials have really helped me improve. Thank you!
Best video I found on the topic. Thank you so much. And it is a pleasure to listen how you develop the process.
Великолепная работа. Вы мастер своего дела. Браво !!!
Thank You for making visible the Loomis build up method. So very much appreciate it. Better late than never.
as an early 90s kid i used to see this imagery a lot, Never knew it was called the Loomis method. ty!
Thanks my man you make this easier for guys like me Ive been doing this for years but never have I been instructed so well understandable again thanks
Very insightful video Mr Finch. Thank you
I finally got the hang of the Loomis method by watching this video multiple times and drawing along. Thank you so much! Now I have a question... How do you practice? Do you use comic books or photo reference and draw them in your own style?
thanks so much for the great explanation. I always struggle with angles faces and I hope this will help me get better.
David what an excellent presentation. I have the Loomis book and that I had nailed the concept , although was slightly confused. This video with its great explanation has allayed any confusion I had . So many thanks for clarifying for me.
Never thought I could see someone just draw a simple circle on a piece of paper and make it look so good
I will share this with my friend and even I will use it .Thank you very much David.
Magnificent, you explain in a way that is understandable. You are quite an artist.
halo Andres Villanueva,, lets connected, I Love drawing,,,
I've seen a LOT of Loomis videos and this one is - by far - the best. Thank you so much for sharing.
Gonna save this for later and come back to it when not exhausted.
Great! Video I recently just came back to the loomis method to study this is a big help so thanks Dave!
I've watched again, the long face explanation, exactly what I was looking for!
Props to David for drawing with his left hand so we can see the drawing better hes truly a master at his work
This really helped me as a young artist, thank you very much
I have used Loomis' book for drawing reference for years. But seeing his method demonstrated and explained so clearly by David Finch helps clarify things so much. And your results closely match Loomis' own examples.
im speachless from what i learned from this video, idk how but i leared more here than in art school
I'm so glad!
just got into sketching i have adhd and I draw some crazy faces they need to be 3d and this is very informative and I googled you good job man thank you
been looking for a loomis head tut and this one has definitely been the most helpful. thanks!
Ah yes, I've been waiting this tutorial since I've met your channel. Thanks Dave
My pleasure!
But still able to explain each stage in a basic manner. Honestly thanks man!
I started the year trying to improve my drawing skills using the loomis method and gave up in may bc i was so frustrated. Watching this video helped clarify so much i didn't get just from the book. Thank you so much!
Great video and nice touch with all the sequences where we see you talking!
Well done mate!
Cheers ✌🏻
Thanks david! You’re a great instructor as well as artist!
those sketches really gives me a sense of how to draw charakter without misstakes, thank you so much
Amazing video as always Dave. My favourite youtube channel!!
You're such a great artist, thank you for all those videos.
excelente artista, buenas técnicas! saludos desde Colombia
Thx for the videos Dave! Looking forward to the MND
Impressive. Learn something worth from your way of teaching.
Mr finch I've recently stumbled on your videos lately. Been a fan of your work for a long time thank you for your work !
This is perfect timing. I'm just starting on Loomis heads and this is so helpful. Thank you for the kind advice of not beating yourself up! I feel like I'm not progressing fast enough!!
godzillagoesgaga,, lets connected,, I love drawing,,,
THANK YOU. This is the exact level of detail i desperately needed
been watching the same three ppl. i’m not promoting them but they all are amazing
Can't wait to start practicing this. Thanks for the relaxing yet informative video!
Thanks!
i keep returning to this kind of tutorials just to get a glimpse of motivation to actually start and practice more than doodlings or not even that; i know it's a trained skill but i wish i could actually draw :)) (especially comics and stuff)
My suggestion for finding the forehead line is the golden ratio. Seems to be a fairly accurate tool for measuring asymmetrical values.
I was hoping to learn this method and you made my dream come true. Thank you❤❤❤
Ok, if you have a portrait photo ref., how do you know where to put the first 2 circles? There’s no instruction for establishing that. How do you know how where to put the ear?
Dave - so much great information here. Some of the insights you provided around what lines are important as it relates to other areas/planes really helped to solidify my understanding.
The next video request would be how a superhero cowl impacts the head and should be approached. Things like the eye cut outs vs the mask brow line. What features/planes are important and what is anatomically needed vs design work. Thanks for any and all consideration!
halo timothy rodis,,, lets connected, I Love drawing,,
I've been a comic book artist for never. Thanks for the vid!
Thank you 🙏for all your efforts. And you teach very well.
To find the forehead line you can create a cylinder inside of the sphere from the lopped off sides of the head. The top edge of the cylinder should be the forehead line. Simply connect the top and bottom of each circle. You can also use these as your thirds lines.
The best advise I have ever recieved10/10👍
Yessss thanks, the video I always searched but never found!!!!!!
I’m rn studying this video and i can see i have a much more of a different style then the art showing what make’s this interesting good job 👍
no way, a complete master in psychology AND in drawings
dr loomis is wild
You helped me, really, I hope you get sucess, because you deserve it
Great video..would love to see you do one on the Loomis planes and how to render heads from imagination
That would be interesting. I've never studied them well, so it' would be a learning experience for me too. My planes for faces come from artists that I like, but not formal study. That can lead to some strangeness here and there, and stylistic quirks that can become limitations, obviously!
@@DavidFinchartist I've seen different versions of the planes of the face, and I would love to see your version.
You should check those different versions like the Asaro Head, Loomis, the Anatomy 4 Sculptors head.
THANK YOU! I’ve needed this
The loomis head construction method is so easy to understand!!! Thanks Dave for such a great intructional video!!!
Hey David thanks for another insightful video. As always I really appreciate the time you take to help out the rest of the art community. Cheers boss.