In this exclusive realtime tutorial, we’ll draw a hyper realistic portrait of Marilyn Monroe on 250 GSM smooth sketchbook paper with a 9×12 inch drawing area, focusing on her iconic hair, facial details, and elegant textures. You’ll learn how to set up a precise 1×1 inch grid, build smooth tonal bases with graphite powders, and create depth using B, 3B, 6B, and 8B pencils. The lesson covers everything from flowing hair strokes, realistic eyes, and shiny lips to subtle skin highlights, jewelry details, and fur-like fabric textures, while also using kneaded, perfection, mono zero, and electric erasers for sharp and soft highlights. By the end, you’ll master layering, blending, and fine detailing for a lifelike portrait. References are included in the Materials section.