What you'll learn
Learn to draw and sketch with our drawing short courses 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 portraiture drawing course will help you develop your skill and technique.
There are three tutorial sessions and three sessions with a life model who will pose during this portraiture drawing course to give you the optimal learning experience.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this portraiture drawing class, you should 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
Course content
What will be covered in this portraiture drawing course?
- 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
Intended audience
Who is this portraiture drawing course for?
This course is designed for beginners, as well as students with some drawing experience.
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd in the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Course materials
What to bring to class
Option 1: Purchase a full materials kit at enrolment checkout. This will be supplied in class.
Option 2: Uncheck the materials kit at enrolment checkout and bring your own - consult our Portraiture Drawing Materials List.
Additional information
Please note the following:
- Closed-in shoes required
- Please wear old clothes
- Long hair should be tied back
Course testimonials
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Theresa said: Using live models was a great opportunity to learn more about drawing the face. Elinor is an excellent teacher, attentive to each student’s need and a rich resource of skills. I highly recommend the course.
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Janine said: I really enjoyed our tutor, Elinor Pickard - she's very friendly, talented, encouraging and knowledgeable... Course was only 5 sessions... students could benefit more from her knowledge given more time.
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Matthew said: The skilled teaching made drawing a variety of models enjoyable.
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Philippa (Pip) said: Elinor is a brilliant tutor. Her classes are friendly and fun. I left every session having learnt more about drawing, techniques and ways of experimenting.
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Vicki said: The teacher, Eli, was very knowledgeable and clear in her instructions. She guided us through exercises and gave us individual attention and help. Eli was always positive and patient!
Course tutors
Anne Kwasner
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