I start with basic shapes to identify the weight-bearing straight leg and tilt the shoulder towards it for more balance, crucial in contrapposto.
Drawing smaller shapes inside the larger shapes helps capture the rhythm of the pose, with special attention to how curves and angles flow naturally.
Using a high-grade pastel art paper allows for excellent blending, and smoothing out the grain enhances the final image's quality before adding details.
The head size is essential in maintaining proportion; stepping back helps to reassess and adjust the figure to ensure balance and realism.
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