It's time to stop being intimidated with portraits. This course gives you a clear, practical approach in learning to paint the head
with 7.5 hours of learning materials: form, proportion, anatomy, and more!
Marco explains these elements for practical drawing and painting, then demonstrates how to use color and light
to simplify and elevate your portraits.
Join thousands of artists who learned to simplify the planes of the head and brought their portraits to life.
Includes Marco’s custom digital brush pack.
You can’t get the proportions or angles to feel right
Your portraits look stiff, flat, or distorted
Lighting and rendering feel confusing once you start painting the head
You’ve tried painting from references, but it never looks believable
You’re tired of watching too many tutorials that never click
Ready to paint portraits that turn heads? Understanding & Painting the Head by Marco Bucci breaks it down step by step. Learn how to simplify form, nail proportions, and use light and color to bring your portraits to life. With his expert guidance, you’ll replace confusion with clarity and paint heads that truly work.
Hear from artists who've transformed their skills
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Over 7 hours of premium lesson content
Clear, practical teaching methods from Marco
Perfect for both beginners and intermediate artists looking to level up their skillsets
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I'm Marco Bucci, a professional concept artist and illustrator with over 15 years of experience in the entertainment industry. I've worked with major studios including Disney, Dreamworks, and various game development companies.
My passion lies in teaching artists the fundamental principles that make great art. Through my courses and community, I've helped over 25,000 students worldwide develop their skills and pursue their artistic dreams.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your technique, my structured approach to teaching art fundamentals will help you see dramatic improvements in your work.
Is this suitable for complete beginners?
Of course! But if you’re interested in warming up to my instruction, I think the best place to begin is at my YouTube Channel. I have many short lessons there covering a whole slew of important art fundamentals.
What supplies / software do you recommend?
There are no absolute requirements, but I do recommend having a tablet (a product like Wacom or Huion, for example) as well as a digital painting application.
For traditional media, any brand of watercolors and gouache will work, though do not recommend student-grade paints. I use brands like Winsor&Newton, Holbein, and Daniel Smith. I also recommend using at least 140lb paper, as anything thinner will not be able to survive multiple washes.
How long do I have access?
You get lifetime access to all courses and materials, including any future updates.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes! We offer a 15-day money-back guarantee if you're not completely satisfied.
Can I add a course certificate to my LinkedIn or resume?
Yes! You will receive a Completion Certificate at the end of each course.
Do you sell your brushes?
You bet! Check out the Brush Pack section.
Do you offer one-on-one mentorships or critiques?
I do! You can learn more and book directly here.
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