The following sections named Stages do not follow an exact step to step process; rather they explain different stages to render a portrait drawing in pencil based on facial features, lighting and shading that affect their surroundings, shapes, surfaces and textures. I must stress that light areas are left blank first and later filled with the proper gradations as the drawing progresses. Clearing up light areas over already shaded areas is very unprofessional and will spoil the drawing and drawing surface. I also must point out that no blending stumps, q-tips or fingers are used to lighten or soften textures. It is all done with pencil. Also keeping to a minimum the use of the art eraser.