Course Title
Introduction to Portrait (Term 1)
Course Description
Discover portrait drawing as a way of observing, interpreting and communicating the face. This welcoming course introduces different approaches to portraiture, combining practical drawing skills with creative exploration. Through observation, experimentation and artist-inspired activities, you will develop confidence in facial proportion, structure, tone, colour and mark-making while beginning to discover your own approach to portraiture.
Enjoy the benefits of learning within a supportive creative community. Working alongside fellow learners, you will benefit from regular creative practice, constructive feedback, and guidance and encouragement from your lecturer, helping you to build confidence and develop your portrait drawing skills.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for complete beginners and anyone wishing to develop confidence in portraiture through a contemporary and supportive approach. No previous experience is required.
Do you gain any qualifications?
No – this course is not accredited.
Do you need to be interviewed or assessed before enrolling on the course?
No.
What you will learn
• Develop confidence drawing the face using a range of materials.
• Explore facial proportion, structure, tone and expressive mark-making.
• Experiment with observational and creative approaches to portrait drawing.
• Develop confidence using colour to communicate mood, character and expression.
• Investigate the work of historical and contemporary portrait artists.
• Reflect on your work and identify strengths and areas for future development.
Weekly Content
Week 1 – Looking Beyond the Likeness
Discover portrait drawing through observation and expressive mark-making. Explore how artists use portraiture to communicate personality, emotion and identity while working from mirrors, photographs and artist references.
Week 2 – Understanding the Face
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