when painting a portrait of a face in proportion it is important to do all the following except

Answer 1

A few potential answers based on common mistakes made when painting a portrait of a face in proportion:

1. Neglecting the basic shapes and proportions of the face.
2. Overemphasizing or exaggerating certain features.
3. Ignoring the facial expressions and emotions.
4. Failing to capture the correct lighting and shadows on the face.
5. Disregarding the importance of capturing likeness and individuality.

Therefore, the answer would be, "Neglecting the basic shapes and proportions of the face."