Inspired by the storytelling composition, I immediately saw the possibilities this reference would present. This Young Egyptian Priest is nearly 7ft tall with size 15 feet. Only colored charcoal can be used to create that textured imagery that emits the mood from the atmosphere which is all part of the story line. I tried to stay on the ‘lighter’ side as I put down several white base coats before applying color. This gave me more control of the shades as I applied and completed. See the progression video of how I create Realism with colored charcoal.