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Here is a final sketch: Witch Hunter

Watch the video process: draw and render character witch hunter








Drawing Software & Tools I used and recommended:-Genius MousePen

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Enjoy


Painting portrait female profile:



Here is a bigger one, presentable size
final image of a woman profile painting:










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