This portrait drawing of Fred Astaire is drawn simply and directly. Eddie has drawn the cast shadows confidently, allowing the fall of light - and reflected light - to model the face. Though the drawing style is quite informal, it is still accurate, with cleanly drawn features capturing Fred Astaire's sparking personality.
Fred Astaire © Eddie Smyth 2004
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