Beginner & Intermediate friendly:
The Parts of Portrait Drawing No One Talks About.
Drawing portraits isn’t just about technique—it’s about learning to spot problems, make confident adjustments, and keep going when things don’t look right.In this in-depth, beginner-friendly 6-hour lesson, you’ll follow Sylessae’s entire portrait process—from rough sketch to final polish—and get answers to the most common questions artists ask when they feel stuck.
Stop wondering, start drawing.
I've Followed Tutorials, But I Still Don't Get It.
You’ve watched countless YouTube videos. You’ve followed step-by-step tutorials, carefully copying every line and shadow. And yet… when you try to draw a portrait on your own, something feels off.Why? Because most tutorials show you what to do—but they don’t teach you why you’re doing it.- Why do some lines make a face look real, while others flatten it?
- How do you fix a portrait that feels “wrong” without starting over?
- When should you break the rules and when should you follow them?Without understanding the thought process behind each choice, portrait drawing still feels like guesswork. And that’s frustrating.But here’s the good news: once you learn how to think through your drawing—how to analyze, refine, and adjust with confidence—everything changes.That’s exactly what this lesson is designed to teach you.
Every Step Is Revealed
Timelapse process videos don't give you the same kind of insights. Sped up videos with no dialogue can be hard to follow if you're a total beginner. You'll walk away with more questions than when you started.- What did they just click on?
- How did they draw that curve?
- Where is their cursor now?Sylessae reveals not only how to draw in her approach, but also the thoughts behind the decisions she makes.
Beyond The Drawing Process
Am I struggling with the technical or the mental?
Don't worry. Sylessae covers both.
| 🖌 TECHNICAL BREAKTHROUGHS |
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| The Perfect Start – How to set up your canvas for success (before you even make a mark). |
| From Inspiration to Execution – Work from references and mood boards without just copying. |
| The Secret to Better Drawings? Zooming Out. Most artists get stuck in details too soon—here’s how to avoid it. |
| Brushes Matter—But Not How You Think. The tools Sylessae swears by (and how to make any brush work for you). |
| Solving Artistic Roadblocks – Learn to spot problems in your work—and actually fix them. |
| Lineweight & Hatching, Demystified. Use these techniques to add depth, energy, and style. |
| Rescue Your Drawings with the Liquify Tool. A game-changing way to make subtle yet powerful adjustments. |
| The #1 Habit to Improve Fast – How to check your work like a pro (so you know exactly what needs tweaking). |
| The Art of Iteration – Why reworking a drawing (instead of restarting) is key to mastery. |
| 🧠 Mindset Shifts That Change Everything |
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| Procrastination Is an Artist’s Worst Enemy. Break the cycle and just start. |
| Mindfulness While Drawing. Stay present so your art flows naturally instead of feeling forced. |
| Why Great Artists Have Patience. The secret behind long-term artistic growth (and how to build yours). |
| Setting Goals That Actually Motivate You. Stop aimlessly practicing and start improving with purpose. |
| Learn the Rules—Then Break Them. Why artistic “rules” exist, and when ignoring them will make your work stronger. |
What's Inside?
➤ 6 hours of voiced over, real time video demonstrations➤ Sylessae's brushes for drawing➤ Reference Board (PNG & PureRef format)➤ PSD of Sylessae's finished illustration➤ Access to a community of artists on the same journey as you
Student Reviews
Diving into a week's drawing process with Sylessae was a great way to streamline my process, take additional notes on creating a portrait and get a direction for how to approach my own pieces. No matter your starting point - already having an established way of creating, experimenting and seeing what works for you or being completely new to all this - there's something for you to learn! Having a look behind the scenes, following the process in a nice, cozy and open atmosphere was a nice experience that both allowed me to see how others create art and reassured me that it's okay to take it slow and enjoy the process!
@ivybladev.bsky.social
"This look into Syl's drawing process was a great way for me to see how an artist works. I really enjoyed the peek behind the curtain that showed all of the things that you rarely see in general time lapse style videos, along with the added thought processes that really helped me see how an artist might think about things."
@corvanablack.bsky.social
"This was an insightful experience, getting to see firsthand not only how Sylessae puts a portrait together but also the thought process behind each line she puts down. I never realized how much back and forth an artist of her level has when putting together a portrait and I think that she really showcases that art is a process you have to piece together and figure out."
@miggymasenko.bsky.social
$49
Lessons are unlocked instantly with purchase.
Self paced and ready when you are.
| Lifetime Access Recorded Lesson Material |
| 6 Hours Of Technical Lessons & Mindset Shifts |
| Reference Board For The Navya Portrait |
| High Resolution Navya Portrait |
| PSD of Sylessae's Finished Portrait |
| Bonus: Sylessae's Brush Set |
| Bonus: Access To A Private Educational Community Of Artists On Discord With A Passion For Learning Portraiture |
Want more than 6 hours of lessons?
I can tell you're serious about improving your portraits. If you're ready to take your learning to the next level, this bootcamp goes beyond just sharing my process and includes methods of learning that you can continually apply.In 8 weeks, go from confused & overwhelmed with no results to creating confident portraits.This bootcamp is for you if you:
- Spend too much time thinking about drawing rather than actually drawing.
- Don't know what to focus on in your studies.
- Get overwhelmed by all there is to learn.
- Struggle to balance art with other responsibilities.
- Worry there aren't enough hours in the day to improve.
- Thrive with accountability, structure and guides.This bootcamp covers in depth how to approach learning portraits (even after the course ends) with unique study methods and methodical pacing.
Love learning and want to see more?
Whenever Sylessae drops a new tutorial, you'll be the first to hear about it. Not to mention, you'll get first dibs on future bootcamps and updates about sales and specials.Best part? Joining the waitlist is free. 👇