Mostly Minimalist Charcoal and Pastel Portraits

A collection of mostly minimalist charcoal and pastel portraits.

Franch Artist Marielutine drew all of the art on this page.

A deceptively simple style that hides a lot of intensity and expression.

They are all black and white.  The colours of the backgrouds vary.  They go from a lighter grey to a strong back.  The colours of the mediums used follow the opposite journey to keep the visibility of the facial features clear.

I love the peaceful look on the second drawing down.  Then, the approach and finish of the fourth drawing down.  

Have a look through them and see which ones you find yourself gravitating towards...

Ps. I gave the images some titles.

Summoning your powers portrait.
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A hint of a smirk portrait.
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A life fully lived portrait.
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Hiding in the shadows portrait.
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Wideeyed child portrait.
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A minimalist straight portrait.
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A quiet strength to the portrait.
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A studying look portrait.
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Closing your eyes to enjoy the music.
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An elf's profile portrait.
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