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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.

: 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

: Start by drawing a simple circle to represent the skull. The Riley Method (or Reilly Method) acts as

: Draw a vertical line down the center to establish symmetry and the direction the face is looking. Map the Key Rhythms Define Three-Dimensional Volume : Start by drawing a

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

Place the eyes within the sockets defined by your initial brow and nose lines.

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