Portraiture Drawing Intensive 5-week course

This series of drawing classes will teach the fundamentals of portraiture drawing, emphasising the structural concepts of contour, light, shadow, and proportion in application to the features of the face.

Being online, participants will have access to digital references and videos, while Lena hosts the class and provides instruction and feedback.

Designed for students with little to no drawing experience, but open to drawers of any skill level.

Materials required:

Pencils, sharpener, eraser and paper of any size. All digital materials including videos and drawing references will be provided.

5-week course overview

**Please note this course is designed as a 5-week block of workshops. It is possible to miss a class, though if you can attend all 5, you will gain a more in-depth understanding and application of portraiture drawing.

Week 1: Introduction to portraiture

Overview of mediums, portraiture warm-ups. Composition and proportions of the head and face.

Week 2: Eyes

Anatomy of the eye. Contour, proportions, and shading of the eye and brow.

Week 3: Nose

Anatomy of the nose. Contour, proportions, and shading of the nose.

Week 4: Mouth

Anatomy of the mouth. Contour, proportions, and shading of the mouth.

Week 5: Final portrait (Please note this class will be for 1.5 hours)

Bring a photo of a person you wish to draw (or use a mirror!) and work on it with individual feedback. Compare with your first portrait (from week 1) to see how you have improved.

About the artist

Lena Sheridan is a local artist and drawing teacher. She believes that everyone has the ability to draw well with the right guidance and encouragement. Lena completed her Visual Arts study in 2015 and is currently completing postgraduate study. She has held several solo and group exhibitions around Melbourne.

Lena aims to create a supportive and encouraging environment while at the same time providing a rigorous foundation for students to start drawing.