The Alesia Krotko Method of Realistic Portrait Drawing

5 core modules + 10 step-by-step video lessons Bonus: Growing Library of Additional Drawing Processes included

About me

Artist with international experience and creator of the exclusive Alesia Krotko Method of Realistic Portrait Drawing. I offer online lessons and personal consultations, teaching how to create pencil portraits at a professional level.

Hi, I’m Alesia Krotko – an artist with international experience.For more than 15 years, I’ve been creating commissioned portraits for clients around the world. Working with clients taught me precision, patience, and deep attention to detail, skills I now share with my students. To make every portrait look perfect, I spent years refining my technique, studying hyperrealism, and developing effective methods to capture light, volume, and emotion. Over time, I’ve created more than 900 portraits and sent my artworks to clients in 28 countries. Creating commissioned art is not just about creativity – it’s also about responsibility. That’s why I developed a clear structure and consistent process to avoid mistakes in proportions, shadows, and forms. This experience became the foundation of my signature method, where I share a step-by-step approach that helps artists draw realistically, confidently, and without fear of mistakes.I offer online lessons and personal consultations, helping artists master portrait techniques, develop their skills, and learn how to earn from their art.Before launching my online program, I taught dozens of offline lessons to understand the most common challenges students face. This allowed me to create a learning experience that is clear, effective, and stress-free.My method is designed for artists who want to learn my approach, thinking, and techniques, and create highly realistic pencil portraits.Each lesson is structured to guide students step by step, so they can follow my system and develop their skills with confidence.

What you will get

This is a complete documentation of my portrait drawing method, built on years of creating commissioned portraits for real clients.

With this method, you will learn:• How to think like a portrait artist, not just copy a photo;• How to build realism through structure, light, and form;• How to create clean, smooth transitions, giving the skin a polished, realistic appearance;• How to make features look identical to the original, using my step-by-step approach (no projector, just a tested system);• How to see and fix mistakes before they affect the portrait;• How to control proportions, likeness, and volume at every stage;• How to work step by step, with a clear internal logic, not guessing.You will follow my exact sequence of actions —the same system I’ve used for years to create portraits for clients all over the world.Each lesson is a full, in-depth explanation of one part of the face, where I explain:• what to do;• why it matters;• what to check before moving forward.This method is not about speed or tricks. It’s about clarity, control, confidence, and precision in every pencil stroke.

How self-paced online learning works:

This method is designed as a clear, results-oriented system, so you don’t just watch lessons — you build real skills and see progress as you go. You learn a structured approach to portrait drawing that helps you understand the process and achieve consistent, realistic results, not random outcomes. The knowledge you gain becomes a strong foundation you can use for life, regardless of your previous experience. This method is suitable for artists who want to master realistic portrait techniques, refine their skills, and develop a conscious, step-by-step approach to their work.

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Method Structure & Details

The program consists of 5 core modules and 10 step-by-step video lessons, carefully organized to guide you through the entire portrait drawing process. Each lesson is fully documented, showing every action, technique, and decision I make, so you can follow my system and learn my thinking and approach.

  • 5 core modules — your foundation

    1. Drawing Materials and Essentials
    Understanding the tools, pencils, papers, and basic techniques that form the foundation of realistic portrait drawing.
    2. Understanding Realism, Light, and Volume
    Learn how light defines form, how shadows create depth, and how to observe subtle details in a reference photo.
    3. Plastic Facial Anatomy for Lifelike Portraits
    Explore facial structure, bone landmarks, and muscle forms to make every portrait anatomically convincing.
    4. Sketching and Composition
    Develop confident preliminary sketches and learn how to plan your portrait for proportional accuracy.
    5. Preparation for Final Drawing
    Techniques for refining your sketch, checking proportions, and setting up the portrait for a smooth, controlled rendering.

  • 10 Step-by-Step Video Lessons — Parts of the Face & Portrait

    The 10 video lessons follow the exact sequence I use in my professional work, providing full verbal explanations of techniques, reasoning, and checks to ensure realistic results. Each lesson is carefully timed to focus on one part of the portrait, so you can follow my method step by step.1. Hair – 1h 23m
    Learn smooth transitions and natural hair textures, setting the tone for a realistic portrait.
    2. Forehead and Eyebrows – 38m
    Techniques for shaping features, creating clean gradients, and preparing for expressive eyes.
    3. Eyes – 1h 4m
    Techniques for achieving depth, reflections, and precise likeness — the most important feature for recognizing the person.
    4. Nose – 34m
    Constructing the nose with proper volume, shadows, and seamless connection to surrounding features.
    5. Cheeks – 37m
    Rendering subtle planes and gradients for soft, lifelike skin.
    6. Wide Smile with Teeth – 1h 10m
    Capturing expression, teeth, and lips with realistic form, volume, and shadows.
    7. Chin – 44m
    Structuring the lower face and connecting features for accurate proportions.
    8. Neck – 1h 23m
    Understanding anatomy and shading to naturally support the head.
    9. Clothing – 1h 29m
    Rendering folds, textures, and volume to harmonize with the portrait and maintain realism.
    10. Refinement and Finishing – 12m
    Polishing details, blending, and “varnishing” for a clean, professional result.    Final Closing
    A concluding guidance on how to apply the method independently, reinforcing the structured thinking, precision, and confidence to continue creating portraits in my style.

Final ResultBy the end of the method, you will create a complete, finished portrait — your first portrait using my approach and in my artistic style.This portrait becomes:• a clear result of your learning;• your starting point in a new structured drawing approach;• a meaningful work for your personal collection or portfolio.It is a fundamental, step-by-step method that leads to a real result — both a finished portrait and a deep understanding of the drawing process.

This is the final portrait you will create during the method.
The three examples show the same model drawn by different artists using my method — demonstrating how my step-by-step system guides you to a realistic, controlled, and polished result.

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Price: €750€550

Included Bonus: Growing Library of Additional Drawing Processes
Gain access to a collection of extra videos covering parts of the face and body not included in the main method — ears, neckline, hairstyles, and more. Practice along with me and expand your skills. New content will be added regularly, giving you ongoing learning opportunities.

Get Access to the Method

Frequently asked questions:

1. What materials do I need?All recommended materials are provided in a Guide as a gift, so you’ll know exactly what to prepare to follow the method effectively.2. How long will I have access to the method?All video lessons and supporting materials remain accessible forever. You can revisit them anytime and use them as a reference for future portraits.3. Can I really learn to draw realistic portraits online?
Yes! This method is designed to replicate my step-by-step guidance as if I were drawing with you in real time. Each lesson shows close-up video of every action, so you can follow along, understand each step, and draw with clarity and confidence, even without me being physically present.4. Do I need prior drawing experience?
No prior experience is required. However, if you are new to portrait drawing, it may take more time and repeated practice to fully grasp the method. The lessons are structured step by step so you can return to them as many times as needed to build confidence and skill.5. How can I get support?I’m available personally via chat to answer questions, provide guidance, and help you apply the method effectively.

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€25

 1h Online drawing lesson with me

Do you want to improve your drawing skills but aren’t ready to commit to a full course?
This individual online lesson is a unique opportunity to work directly with me, receive personalized guidance, and learn practical techniques that will help you refine your craft and develop your own style

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The checklist Drawing Materials

The checklist includes all the materials I’ve been using for 14 years in my realistic drawing practice.The video shows practical examples of how to use each one, helping you save time and avoid the frustration of failed experiments.Perfect for artists who want a reliable, tested set of materials that supports skill development and boosts confidence in drawing.

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The Module to Accurate Proportions 

For artists who develop their skills independently but want to work with accurate proportions and a professional approach to sketch construction.

A complete professional guide that will serve you for a lifetime.Learn to create accurate sketches on any surface, with any materials, using clear and proven methods.Inside you’ll find:• Three reliable techniques for preserving proportions - plus my own fastest method.• How to prepare a perfect photo reference: cropping, correction, and quality enhancement.• A video lesson with my personal sketch transfer method.• Guidance on choosing watercolor paper and fixing it on an easel.

Price: €250

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Student reviews:

"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to meet you and learn from such a talented artist.
Your talent in drawing is truly amazing, and I feel so lucky that our paths crossed.
I will definitely join another one of your courses, as your knowledge and experience are invaluable to me. Wishing you continued success in your artistic career, and may you have many wonderful students to share your talent with. Thank you so much!"

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Elena

Canary Islands, Tenerife

"I really enjoyed the masterclass with you. I loved the technique of breaking the portrait into parts and working on each section - I will definitely continue using it.
Thank you so much for the materials and the advice on when to choose which pencil. It may seem like a small detail, but it usually takes years of experience to learn. You truly saved me a lot of time, thank you.
I was curious about how the lessons would be structured, but everything was very clear and to the point. In most art schools, these details are rarely explained, but I got exactly what I came for - precise, practical, and useful."

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Katerina

Ukraine

"Hello! I sincerely thank you for the hyperrealistic portrait courses. Your skill, patience, and support inspired me throughout every lesson. Thanks to you, I’ve felt real progress and gained invaluable knowledge that I can now apply in my own artwork. I’m very grateful for your dedication and professionalism!"

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Vasilina

Luxembourg

"My name is Yevgenia. I had the wonderful opportunity to study drawing with the talented artist and amazing person, Alesia Krotko. The hours we spent drawing together were unforgettable. The lessons had a wonderful atmosphere and calmness, which Alesia naturally brings.
She is not only a talented artist but also an excellent teacher, who explains patiently, adapts to each student’s needs, and has a personal approach. I am very grateful to Alesia for her patience and her sincere desire to share her experience with me. I truly appreciate it.
I’m confident that this course will mark the beginning of a new chapter in my life! Thank you so much for the inspiration and positivity you bring to others, Alesia! ❤️😍"

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Yevgenia

Poland

"I am so grateful for this course! As soon as I found out about it, I knew I had to enroll, and I have never regretted it! I am impressed by your dedication to your craft and at the same time your warm, approachable teaching style 🤗. The course is completely worth the investment - I gained a huge amount of knowledge and skills that I can now continue to develop on my own. I am amazed at how much you can teach even online! Overall, I am simply thrilled ❤️"

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Zuzanna

Poland

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