Riley.wmv

: Identify the area between the eyebrows; in this method, it is often represented as a small trapezoid shape.

Use the established "GPS lines" to lay in the hair and neck, ensuring they align with the skull's structure.

: Locate the corners of the mouth by dropping lines from the center of the eyes. Connect these corners with an arc to define the upper and lower lips. Define Three-Dimensional Volume Riley.wmv

Once your features are set, you can erase the construction lines or keep them as guides for painting.

The Riley Method (or Reilly Method) acts as a "GPS system" for the face, using a series of rhythmic lines and geometric shapes to map out bone protrusions and muscle groups. : Identify the area between the eyebrows; in

: Start by drawing a simple circle to represent the skull.

Place the eyes within the sockets defined by your initial brow and nose lines. Connect these corners with an arc to define

: Draw arcs extending from the wings of the nose down to the chin to represent the nasolabial folds.