pencil and chalk portrait studies

Here are a few new ones. I have been working hard, trying to keep busy and stay motivated. I've submitted two drawings for a show and they are currently being framed. I hope they at least choose one for the exhibition. 

This first one is unfinished currently. I think it's off to a good start. I don't normally draw like this but I've decided to use some pastel.

This next one is finished and one of the two submitted for the show. I had wanted to do something with a lot of texture and I am happy with the result. I hope to do more portraits like these two.