What paper are you using? I like the texture of it. I have been trying to get back into drawing as of late. I just find it difficult to get started. Also I have noticed I struggle to shade with my hand above the paper as I don't want to smudge what I have put down.

Do you ever get tired of drawing portraits? I used to draw a lot of portraiture also painted many too.

I tend to use gridding and freehand for proportions depending on how difficult the pose/angle is. At the moment I am just drawing surreal faces and things.

Anyway good luck with your drawing as it looks like it's getting there. Hair can be daunting I find it's just because it takes so long to do. Is this for a project or client?