Course Overview
The Specialization in Portrait Studies is a comprehensive six-month course designed for individuals interested in mastering the art of creating realistic portraits. Whether you're a beginner or have some prior experience in art, this course will guide you through the fundamentals and advanced techniques required to turn a photo into a lifelike portrait.
Module 1: Fundamentals of Drawing & Sketching
- Introduction to basic drawing tools and techniques.
- Developing hand-eye coordination and control.
- Practice with different types of lines and strokes.
Module 2: Introduction to Portrait Art
- Understanding the anatomy of the face.
- Introduction to basic portrait drawing principles.
Module 3: Mastering Facial Features
- Detailed study of facial features and their proportions.
- Practice drawing eyes, noses, and lips realistically.
Module 4: Light and Shadow Techniques
- Exploring the use of light and shadow to create depth.
- Learn techniques for shading and highlighting in portraiture.
Module 5: Head Study
- In-depth study of the human head, including skull structure.
- Practicing head drawings from different angles.
Module 6: Full Face Study
- A comprehensive study of the entire face.
- Capturing facial expressions and emotions.
Module 7: Different Face Expressions
- Learning to depict various emotions and expressions.
- Expressive portrait drawing.
Module 8: Measurement of Face
- Techniques for accurate measurement and proportion in portrait drawing.
- Using grids and guidelines.
Module 9: Hair Study
- Detailed study of hair textures and styles.
- Creating realistic hair in portraits.
Module 10: Kid Portrait
- Focus on drawing child portraits.
- Understanding the unique features of children's faces.
Module 11: Male Face Study
- Specialization in drawing male faces.
- Capturing masculinity and character.
Module 12: Female Face Study
- Specialization in drawing female faces.
- Emphasizing femininity and grace.
Module 13: Old Face Study and Face Wrinkles
- Techniques for depicting aging in portraits.
- Study of wrinkles and fine lines.
Module 14: Caricature Face Study
- Introduction to caricature and exaggeration in portrait art.
- Creating caricatured portraits.
Module 15: Character Making
- Developing your unique style and artistic voice in portraiture.
- Creating character-driven portraits.
Module 16: Mediums and Techniques
- Graphite
- Charcoal
- Soft pastel
- Mix Media
- Pen with soft pastel
- Pencil Color
- Watercolor
- Oil Colour
Art Supplies Required:
- Sketchbooks(Drawing Notebook A3 size 140 gsm)
- Drawing Supplies(Graphite Shading pencils set, Eressar, Sharpener, Ruler, Geometric compass, Sketch Pens)
- Newsprint sheets for sketching
- Soft Pastel or Oil Pastel, Poster Colors or Colors Pencil
- Color Plate, Camlin Artist Round Brush, and Flat Brush set
- Masking Tape, Rag
- Container for water
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