Hey I'm Dauda

I’m a full time illustrator with a passion for hyper-realistic portrait drawing, especially with charcoal on paper. There’s something powerful about capturing every subtle detail of a face and bringing it to life through just shades of black and white.

I taught myself to go from shaky lines to hyper‑realistic portraits. Now I’ve distilled that journey into a beginner‑friendly roadmap so you don’t waste years guessing.

Whether you're just beginning or looking to improve, this journey is for anyone ready to take their drawing to the next level. Let’s get started!