Portrait Drawing - Visual Arts

Ever wondered how artists capture personality, mood, and identity with just a pencil or paintbrush? In this course, you’ll dive into the world of portraiture, where faces and figures become your canvas for creativity. We’ll explore everything from sketching realistic expressions to experimenting with wild, modern styles. You’ll try out a mix of classic and cutting-edge tools while learning how to turn a simple face into a powerful story. Whether you're drawing your best friend or inventing a whole new character, this class will teach you how to see people (and yourself!) in a whole new way.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Develop skills in proportion, anatomy, and facial expression.
• Explore different portraiture styles, including realism, abstraction, and stylisation.
• Experiment with various artistic media (e.g., pencil, charcoal, watercolour, digital tools).
• Understand the historical significance of portraiture.
• Explore famous portraits from diverse art movements.
• Produce a final portrait project that demonstrates technical and creative growth.