Drawing the face 👨‍🦲using circles. The Reilly method explained in under a minute! Comment FACE if you’d like me to teach this method in a long video. ✍️ #reillymethod #drawing | Mark Liam Smith

Ever looked at the Riley Method diagram and thought, “What’s with all those lines?” 😅 You’re not alone — it looks complex, but here’s the secret: those lines are there to help you understand the 3D volumes of the face. When you combine Riley with the Loomis Method, portraits start to feel alive — more dimensional and easier to paint later. And the best part? You don’t have to use every single line. Pick the ones that help you the most. Start simple: ✨ Use Loomis to place the eyes, nose, mouth,