The Importance of Proportions

If you're a bad baker, perhaps you've discovered the difference between a tablespoon and a teaspoon (especially when it comes to measuring out baking soda).

Talk about a cake bomb.

My point is that measurements are important. Of course, I'll bet you already knew that.

Now take this concept into drawing people. In the case of this art, proportions are the key thing here. We are symmetrical beings, so - unless you're a cyclops - you've got two of most things. That's why proportions are so important.

I am not gifted with this talent, but, I've been thinking of story boarding some of my books and setting them to narration. So, I sat down to draw out my characters. My protagonists came out looking like Nosferatu, which wasn't the look I was going for. I've been practicing with only minor improvement, but what helped me to hone a modicum of proficiency was that I finally got how important proportions are.

So, if you draw with the skill of a 3 year old like I do, and you'd like to be better, take some time to watch a YouTube video on proportions. It'll really up your game.