Drawing: Portraiture Course
Learn to draw and sketch with our drawing classes in Sydney.
The human face is endless in its variation and possibilities. When we look at each other, we see ourselves. We look, connect and understand. Artists have created portraits of bliss, anguish, hatred, hostility and happiness by representing the human head and this practice has continued through the many historical artistic movements.
Whether you are drawing for the very first time or have some experience, this course will help you develop your skill and technique.
Three life models will pose during this course to give you the optimum learning experience.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this drawing class you will have:
- learned about the anatomical structure of the human face and head
- practised and developed different drawing techniques
- gained a practical understanding of observation and life drawing skills
- learned how to set up a model to take the best advantage of their expression and unique presence
Ideal for
This course is designed for beginners as well as students with some drawing experience.
Course content
- Geometric equivalents of the head, neck and shoulders
- Cranial masses and their influences on the appearance of head and face
- Monochromatic colour and colour temperature
- Light and shadows to create 3D forms
- Characteristics of the features and how to observe them in all faces
- Adding more power in a portrait by drawing hands interacting with the head and face and more
Please come prepared
- Willow charcoal thick and thin sticks
- Compressed charcoal
- 6B and 8B graphite sticks
- A3 or A2 cartridge paper pad
- White conte
- Soft and hard rubber
Additional information
- Closed-in shoes required
- Please wear old clothes
- Long hair should be tied back
Classes
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Great reasons to enrol in a short course with us
Small classes
A personal approach means quality learning, so you can enjoy plenty of interaction with your instructor and the chance to ask questions.
Short & sweet
Our short courses & workshops get straight to the point, providing the skills you need with minimal commitment of your precious time.
Facilities & equipment
Our range of venues suit every type of course, are easy to get to, and have the equipment and tech needed to support your learning.
Easy, secure enrolment
Enrol online 24/7 with a safe, convenient 3-step process, and you can change your mind up to 7 days before class starts.
Quality instructors
Our educators bring first-hand experience and knowledge, with up-to-the-minute practices from diverse industries.
For business, or pleasure
Our courses help you rapidly increase your skills and knowledge, for professional development or personal interest.
Course testimonials:
Michael said:Perfect
James said:I did learn what I wanted to learn. The best night drawing was the night we drew each of the other participants because model did not turn up. The variety of faces was very helpful.
Matthew said:The skilled teaching made drawing a variety of models enjoyable.
Miranda said:Elinor is a highly skilled and engaging teacher... She recognises different learning styles and encouraged us to let us know what we needed... Having live models for some of the sessions was very good, and they were great.
David said:Very enjoyable.
