This is charcoal sketch of Sophie Marceau on paper. She is
French actress and more information can be got from
wiki.
Beauty lies in the
simplicity. This photograph of her does display the quintessential of
the same theme. The way she looks at the photographer with sort of
interest and the glow in the face gives her the angelic glory.
The beauty on her face surrounded by her gracefully falling, a
little unkempt hair on to her shoulders provides good formula for this
composition.
Charcoal lends itself very well to the curls and twists of her hair
(also one of the reasons for choosing it as the medium). Below is a picture of
my drawing board having photograph for reference and the completed sketch.
Planning the next sketch to be in dry pastel. That may come sooner or later for display.