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GRADES 3–5 · Noses · Realistic Observation

Draw a Nose from the Front: Look Closely

Name ____________________ Date __________

WHAT YOU WILL MAKE

Create an observed study beside a revised study, focusing on draw a nose from the front. Use the subject steps as practice before making this final pair or set.

Shared feature reference for Noses
Shared feature reference. It may not show this task’s exact pose, accessory, or style. Use the teacher’s matching reference too.

Draw it step by step

Shadows can describe a nose without a hard outline. Work from a mirror or one teacher-approved photograph. Try to show what you actually see, not a memorized symbol.

  1. Study the reference for 30 seconds. Name two visible shapes and compare their widths or heights before drawing.
  2. Mark the nose tip and the width of the base lightly.
  3. Add two small nostril shadows, checking their real shapes.
  4. Shade one side softly and leave the bridge mostly light.
  5. Compare your study with the reference. Revise one contour or placement and add only the shadows you can actually see.

Watch out → Try this

Common drawing problem: Adding small details before the main shapes and placement are clear.

Repair: Return to the first subject step: Mark the nose tip and the width of the base lightly. Compare the biggest shapes before refining.

Check your work: Is the bridge suggested without a heavy border? Point to one measured or observed relationship that became more accurate.

Materials: pencil, eraser, paper, and a mirror or teacher-approved reference. Optional black drawing pen; no painting required.

Draw a Nose from the Front: Look Closely · Practice page

Name ____________________ Make light trials first. Divide a box further if your task needs extra versions.

1 · Observe and plan
2 · First drawing
3 · Change one choice
4 · Independent application

My evidence: Is the bridge suggested without a heavy border? Point to one measured or observed relationship that became more accurate.

I changed __________________ because I noticed __________________.

My next practice goal: __________________________________________________