Ever want to draw someone’s portrait, but were unable to figure out where to start? In this class, you will learn the guidelines for creating a successfully executed human portrait. The first weeks of class will cover portrait proportions, measurements, and shading, as well as creating natural looking hair using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. Later, learn the basics of drawing the human figure using various techniques of measurements, shapes and postures. Fashion a figure in active and inactive stances from photo references while considering basic bone and muscle structure. One class will be dedicated to drawing a live model’s portrait and one class to drawing a live figure. Handouts will be provided. Beginners and intermediates welcome. Instructor will provide photos for the portrait. Student provided photos need instructor approval. Class critiques.
