In this real-time portrait drawing tutorial, you will learn how to create a hyper realistic blindfolded woman portrait using graphite pencils from start to finish. This first part focuses on creating a strong foundation through accurate grid construction and detailed outlining. We will cover essential techniques such as realistic hair flow, blindfold and fabric construction, facial feature placement, pressure control, portrait proportions, and structure development. By the end of this lesson, you will have a complete and accurate outline ready for the shading and detailing stages.

Note: Due to the length of this tutorial, it has been divided into three parts to maintain high video quality and provide a smoother learning experience.