--- title: "Drawing Process: Blank Page to Finished Art in Delhi NCR" description: "Work-in-progress shots by Tarun Kumar in Delhi NCR, from first messy outlines to final details, showing how a drawing takes shape over time." canonical: https://mytribe.in/draw_with_tarun/art-workshops-classes/the-drawing-process-from-blank-page-to-art last_updated: 2026-11-13 --- # The Drawing Process: From Blank Page to Art Tribe Verified · Real graphite and charcoal portrait artist By [Tarun Kumar](https://mytribe.in/draw_with_tarun) · Online classes and in-person workshops across Delhi NCR · ₹450 per session (estimate) Part of [Art Workshops & Classes](https://mytribe.in/draw_with_tarun/art-workshops-classes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/draw_with_tarun/art-workshops-classes/gallery) Progress isn't a straight line, and it's definitely not pretty at the start. Here is the raw journey of how I build my drawings, from the first messy lines to the final details. ## Photos and videos - ![A work-in-progress shot of a realistic portrait of Zakir Khan. You can see how I build up the skin texture and features on one side while the other side is still a basic line drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93a30c1d-5d8c-46f7-9015-f82d8e812ba6) - ![Another stage of the Zakir Khan portrait. Here, the focus is on rendering the eye and the surrounding area with hyper-realistic detail, which requires careful layering of graphite.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/15e3aa28-5733-4839-be58-d5a95c85a37a) - ![This WIP shot focuses entirely on drawing realistic hair. I started by blocking in the darkest areas and then slowly pulled out individual strands and highlights to create that sense of volume and flow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2b9c16f1-e42d-439e-980a-c4970a8352fa) - ![The beginning of a commission portrait. I start with a light sketch to get the placement and proportions right before committing to darker shading. This one is laid out on a cutting mat which helps with alignment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab7f2fbc-e97f-42f6-829f-997b2f44985b) - ![The same commission work, a little further along. I've started to add shading to the face to build up the three-dimensional form, working from light to dark with different grades of pencils.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a872d3b-8a21-4663-be31-6324a2c37d18) - ![An identical shot to the previous one, showing the steady, careful process of building up layers in a realistic graphite portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6963df0-b485-4ab3-a506-fe0d13b2c33f) - ![The first work-in-progress shot of my Rabindranath Tagore portrait. I always start with the eyes, as they are the key to capturing the subject's essence. The grid lines help maintain accuracy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5469a2de-ab7a-4b14-891f-6624c5a29576) - ![A close-up of the Tagore WIP. You can see the detailed rendering of the eyes and forehead, contrasting with the untouched lower half of the drawing. This shows the patience required for realism.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28e6a1fe-e295-4c29-916a-798b49e7305c) - [Video: This video shows the shading process on a portrait. I use brushes and pencils to blend the charcoal and graphite smoothly, slowly building up the shadows to give the face depth and realism.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/075945ae-0608-4538-95b5-ce484e6074bf) - [Video: A different angle of the same work in progress. It shows how I use different tools, from sharp pencils for details to brushes for soft blending, to bring a portrait to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e1df09ed-c0a0-46f8-996a-d4ceba776dd2) ## About The Drawing Process: From Blank Page to Art Every realistic portrait starts with the Loomis method—a grid of lines that look nothing like a face at first. I show these stages because, honestly, progress is messy. Most people only see the final hyper-realistic detail, but the real work happens in these rough construction lines where proportions are set and mistakes get fixed before they become permanent. Realism is a game of patience, not just talent. Whether I am using graphite, charcoal, or a ballpoint pen, the process remains the same: I build from light to dark, layering values to create depth. You will notice in my process shots that I often start with the eyes or the most complex features. Capturing the essence of a subject like Rabindranath Tagore or a client in a commission piece requires this slow, deliberate build. I don't believe in the 'overnight success' myth. My drawings often take days, sometimes weeks, to finish. I use fine-liners for cross-hatching to get that perfect texture, and brushes to blend charcoal smoothly into the paper. This isn't just about making a pretty picture; it's about solving the problem of form, light, and shadow. If you are interested in seeing how a specific portrait comes to life or want to commission a piece that captures your own vibe, that is where we start. Let's turn your photos into something real. ## About Tarun Kumar Hey, I'm Tarun. I don't believe in hiding the struggle—that's why I share these WIPs. Whether I am tackling a massive mural or sketching a quick portrait, I keep it raw, honest, and totally unfiltered. 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