2B or not 2B (pencil)

So for January I'm doing a sketch. I took a few painting classes about 18 months back, and quite enjoyed the initial sketching phase (the painting part was fun too, but also, messy). It's a self portrait, based on the logic that if it turns out awful, at least I'm only embarrassing myself.

Anyways, check in for the final product on the 31st. The schedule must be kept!

early progress