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Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA) - Core Specialisations
FUNDAMENTALS TO INTENSIVE
The Diploma Program in Fine Arts by Konsult is designed for artists looking to refine their skills and deepen their understanding of diverse artistic mediums and techniques. This comprehensive program offers nine core specializations, each crafted to elevate your creative abilities to new heights. Whether you are an aspiring professional or a passionate hobbyist, this program will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to excel in your artistic journey.
Specializations:
- Sketching & Drawing Course: Strengthen your foundational drawing skills with a focus on line, form, and composition. This course covers a wide range of techniques, from quick sketches to detailed studies, preparing you for more complex artistic challenges.
- Portrait Drawing Course: Capture the essence of the human form through portrait drawing. This specialization will teach you the anatomy, proportion, and expressive techniques needed to create lifelike and emotionally resonant portraits.
- Perspective Drawing Course: Gain a solid understanding of perspective, an essential skill for any artist. This course will guide you through one-point, two-point, and three-point perspectives, enabling you to create realistic depth and space in your drawings.
- Charcoal & Soft Pastels Course: Explore charcoal and soft pastels’ rich, expressive potential. Learn to blend, layer, and manipulate these mediums to create dynamic compositions with striking contrasts and subtle transitions.
- Oil Painting Course: Master the timeless techniques of oil painting, exploring everything from classical methods to contemporary approaches. Learn to create rich, textured works that capture light, color, and emotion.
- Watercolor Course: Immerse yourself in the delicate world of watercolors, where precision and spontaneity blend seamlessly. Learn to control washes, master wet-on-wet techniques, and create luminous landscapes and intricate details.
Each specialization within this program is designed to build on your existing skills while introducing new techniques and concepts, ensuring a well-rounded and enriching artistic education.
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Our classes are taught by dedicated and experienced educators. Using proven teaching strategies, they make sure that every student finds a path to success.
Affordable Pricing
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FUNDAMENTALS TO INTENSIVE
The Diploma Program in Fine Arts by Konsult is designed for artists looking to refine their skills and deepen their understanding of diverse artistic mediums and techniques. This comprehensive program offers nine core specializations, each crafted to elevate your creative abilities to new heights. Whether you are an aspiring professional or a passionate hobbyist, this program will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to excel in your artistic journey.
Specializations:
- Sketching & Drawing Course: Strengthen your foundational drawing skills with a focus on line, form, and composition. This course covers a wide range of techniques, from quick sketches to detailed studies, preparing you for more complex artistic challenges.
- Portrait Drawing Course: Capture the essence of the human form through portrait drawing. This specialization will teach you the anatomy, proportion, and expressive techniques needed to create lifelike and emotionally resonant portraits.
- Perspective Drawing Course: Gain a solid understanding of perspective, an essential skill for any artist. This course will guide you through one-point, two-point, and three-point perspectives, enabling you to create realistic depth and space in your drawings.
- Charcoal & Soft Pastels Course: Explore charcoal and soft pastels’ rich, expressive potential. Learn to blend, layer, and manipulate these mediums to create dynamic compositions with striking contrasts and subtle transitions.
- Oil Painting Course: Master the timeless techniques of oil painting, exploring everything from classical methods to contemporary approaches. Learn to create rich, textured works that capture light, color, and emotion.
- Watercolor Course: Immerse yourself in the delicate world of watercolors, where precision and spontaneity blend seamlessly. Learn to control washes, master wet-on-wet techniques, and create luminous landscapes and intricate details.
Each specialization within this program is designed to build on your existing skills while introducing new techniques and concepts, ensuring a well-rounded and enriching artistic education.
For detailed curriculum of these specializations, please refer below.
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Upon completing the Sketching and Drawing Course, a range of career opportunities opens up for aspiring artists.
You can pursue roles as:
- Illustrators: Creating artwork for books, magazines, advertisements, and digital media.
- Concept Artists: Designing characters, environments, and visual elements for video games, films, and animation.
- Graphic Designers: Using drawing skills to create logos, branding, and marketing materials.
- Fine Artists: Exhibiting and selling original artworks in galleries or online platforms.
- Art Instructors: Teaching sketching and drawing techniques in schools, studios, or online courses.
- Storyboard Artists: Planning and illustrating sequences for film, television, and advertising.
This course lays a solid foundation for various creative careers, offering opportunities in both traditional and digital media industries.
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Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Oil Painting Course: Brief Description
Introduction to Oil Painting
– Overview of materials and tools
– Basic techniques and safety practices
– In-depth look at brushes, paints, and mediums
– Preparing your materials and workspace
Color Mixing and Theory
– Basics of color theory
– Techniques for mixing colors and creating a color wheel
Basic Techniques
– Introduction to basic oil painting techniques (glazing, impasto)
– Practicing brushstrokes and blending
Understanding tonal values
– Techniques for creating underpainting
– Importance of tonal values
Building Layers
– Techniques for building up layers in oil painting
– Understanding the fat over lean principle
Light and Shadow
– Understanding light sources and shadows
– Techniques for depicting light and shadow
Still Life Painting
– Setting up and sketching a still life
– Techniques for painting still life objects
Landscape Painting
– Elements of landscape composition
– Techniques for painting natural elements (trees, water, sky)
Texture and Detail
– Adding texture and fine details to paintings
– Using different tools and techniques for texture
Using Mediums
– Introduction to various painting mediums
– Effects of different mediums on oil paint
Painting Nature from Photographs
– Tips for using photographs as references
– Techniques for maintaining artistic integrity
Advanced Techniques
– Exploring advanced techniques (sfumato, scumbling)
– Practical exercises on advanced methods
Developing a Personal Style
– Exploring different styles and finding your artistic voice
– Techniques for developing a unique painting style
Creative Composition
– Principles of strong composition
– Creating balanced and interesting layouts for paintings
Final Project and Review – Portfolio
– Completing a comprehensive final painting project – Portfolio
– Individual feedback and course review
Materials Needed:
– Oil paints (various colors)
– Brushes (variety of shapes and sizes)
– Canvas or painting surface
– Palette
– Mediums (e.g., linseed oil, turpentine)
– Palette knives
– Rags or paper towels
Self-assignments:
– Self-assignments to reinforce concepts learned in class
Video Lessons:
– Video lessons for preparation and review
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Watercolor Painting Course: Brief Description
Introduction to Watercolor Painting
– Overview of materials and tools
– Basic watercolor techniques and safety practices
Understanding Materials and Tools
– Detailed look at brushes, paper, and paints
– Preparing your materials and workspace
Color Theory and Mixing
– Basics of color theory
– Techniques for mixing colors and creating a color wheel
Basic Techniques
– Introduction to basic watercolor techniques (wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry)
– Practicing brushstrokes and washes
Creating Washes and Gradients
– Techniques for creating flat washes, graded washes, and variegated washes
– Practical exercises on different wash techniques
Light and Shadow in Watercolor
– Understanding light sources and shadows
– Techniques for depicting light and shadow
Composition and Design
– Principles of good composition
– Creating balanced and interesting layouts
Still Life Painting
– Setting up and sketching a still-life
– Techniques for painting still-life objects
Layering and Glazing
– Techniques for building up layers and creating depth
– Practical exercises on layering and glazing
Detail and Texture
– Adding details and texture to paintings
– Techniques for various textures (wood, fabric, metal)
Landscape Painting
– Elements of landscape composition
– Techniques for painting natural elements (trees, water, sky)
Nature Painting from Photographs
– Tips for using photographs as references
– Techniques for maintaining artistic integrity
Special Effects and Techniques
– Introduction to special effects like salt, alcohol, and resist techniques
– Practical exercises on special effects
Advanced Techniques
– Exploring advanced techniques (negative painting, lifting)
– Practical exercises on advanced methods
Developing a Personal Style
– Exploring different styles and finding your artistic voice
– Techniques for developing a unique painting style
Final Project and Review – Portfolio
– Completing a comprehensive final painting project – Portfolio
– Individual feedback and course review
Materials Needed:
– Watercolor paints (various colors)
– Brushes (variety of shapes and sizes)
– Watercolor paper
– Palette
– Water containers
– Masking tape and fluid
– Rags or paper towels
Self-assignments:
– Self-assignments to reinforce concepts learned in class
Video Lessons:
– Video lessons for preparation and review
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Sketching and Drawing Course: Brief Description
Introduction to Sketching and Drawing
– Overview of materials and tools
– Basic techniques and safety practices
Line and Shape
– Understanding and practicing line types
– Drawing basic shapes and forms
Proportions and Measuring
– Techniques for accurate proportions
– Measuring and scaling objects
Perspective Basics
– Introduction to one-point perspective
– Drawing simple objects in perspective
Advanced Perspective
– Introduction to two-point perspective
– Drawing more complex scenes
Light and Shadow
– Understanding light sources
– Techniques for shading and creating depth
Texture and Detail
– Techniques for drawing various textures
– Adding fine details to drawings
Still Life Drawing
– Setting up and drawing a still life
– Focus on composition and detail
Drawing the Human Figure
– Basic human anatomy
– Proportions and structure of the human body
Drawing Faces and Expressions
– Facial proportions and features
– Capturing different expressions
Landscape Drawing
– Elements of landscape composition
– Techniques for drawing natural elements
Drawing from Photos
– Tips for using photographs as references
– Maintaining artistic integrity
Composition and Design
– Principles of good composition
– Creating balanced and interesting layouts
Exploring Different Styles
– Introduction to various drawing styles
– Experimenting with different techniques
Developing a Personal Style
– Finding and developing your artistic voice
– Techniques for creating unique works
Portfolio: Final Project and Review
– Completing a comprehensive final project – Portfolio
– Individual feedback and course review
Materials Needed:
– Graphite pencils (various grades)
– Charcoal pencils
– Erasers (kneaded and standard)
– Drawing paper
– Sketchbook
– Blending stumps / Smudging Tool
– Ruler
Self-Assignments:
– Self-assignments to reinforce concepts learned in class
Video Lessons:
– Pre-class video lessons for preparation and review
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Perspective Drawing Course: Brief Description
Introduction to Perspective Drawing
– Overview of course objectives and materials
– Basics of perspective drawing, understanding horizon line and vanishing points
Drawing Tools and Techniques
– Detailed look at pencils, rulers, and erasers
– Techniques for creating straight lines and accurate measurements
One-Point Perspective Basics
– Understanding one-point perspective
– Drawing simple objects using one-point perspective
One-Point Perspective Applications
– Applying one-point perspective to more complex scenes
– Drawing interiors and streetscapes
Two-Point Perspective Basics
– Understanding two-point perspective
– Drawing simple objects using two-point perspective
Two-Point Perspective Applications
– Applying two-point perspective to more complex scenes
– Drawing buildings and landscapes
Three-Point Perspective Basics
– Understanding three-point perspective
– Drawing simple objects using three-point perspective
Three-Point Perspective Applications
– Applying three-point perspective to more complex scenes
– Drawing towering buildings and aerial views
Atmospheric Perspective
– Understanding atmospheric perspective
– Techniques for creating depth using value and color
Drawing Curved Objects in Perspective
– Techniques for drawing circles and curves in perspective
– Drawing cylinders, arches, and other curved objects
Ant’s View and Bird’s View
– Techniques for drawing Ant’s view and Bird’s View in perspective drawings
– Adding realism to the drawing
Perspective in Architectural Drawing
– Techniques for drawing architectural elements in perspective
– Drawing buildings and structures accurately
Materials Needed:
– Graphite pencils (various grades)
– Rulers, compasses
– Erasers (kneaded and standard)
– Drawing paper
– Sketchbook
Self-assignments:
– Optional assignments to reinforce concepts learned in class
Video Lessons:
– Pre-class video lessons for preparation and review
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Portrait Drawing Course: Brief Description
Introduction to Portrait Drawing
– Overview of course objectives and materials
– Basic techniques and proportions of the human face
Understanding Facial Structure
– Anatomy of the skull and facial muscles
– Proportions and alignment of facial features
Drawing the Head from Different Angles
– Techniques for drawing heads in various perspectives
– Practicing front, profile, and three-quarter views
Detailed Features: Eyes
– Structure and anatomy of the eye
– Techniques for drawing realistic eyes
Detailed Features: Nose
– Structure and anatomy of the nose
– Techniques for drawing realistic noses
Detailed Features: Mouth
– Structure and anatomy of the mouth and lips
– Techniques for drawing realistic mouths
Detailed Features: Ears
– Structure and anatomy of the ears
– Techniques for drawing realistic ears
Drawing Hair
– Techniques for drawing different hair textures and styles
– Understanding the flow and volume of hair
Light and Shadow
– Understanding light sources and their effects on the face
– Techniques for shading and creating depth
Expressions and Emotions
– Techniques for drawing various facial expressions
– Understanding the muscles involved in expressions
Drawing Children and Elderly Faces
– Adjusting proportions for different ages
– Techniques for capturing the essence of age
Portrait Composition and Layout
– Principles of good composition in portrait drawing
– Creating balanced and interesting layouts
Drawing Hands and Gestures
– Anatomy and structure of hands
– Techniques for drawing hands in different poses
Full-Figure Portraits
– Combining head, hands, and body for full figure portraits
– Techniques for maintaining proportions and balance
Drawing from Photographs – Loomis Method
– Tips for using photographs using the Loomis Method
– Techniques for maintaining realism and avoiding distortions
Materials Needed:
– Graphite pencils (various grades)
– Charcoal pencils
– Erasers (kneaded and standard)
– Drawing paper
– Sketchbook
– Blending stumps
Self-assignments:
– Optional assignments to reinforce concepts learned in class
Video Lessons:
– Pre-class video lessons for preparation and review
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Charcoal and Soft Pastels Drawing Course: Brief Description
Charcoal Drawings
Introduction to Charcoal Drawing
– Overview of materials and tools
– Basic techniques and safety practices
Understanding Charcoal Tools and Techniques
– Different types of charcoal (pencils, sticks)
– Techniques for blending, shading, and erasing
Drawing Basic Drawings
– Practicing Basic Drawings
– Understanding techniques while doing Basic Drawings
Value and Tone
– Creating value scales
– Techniques for achieving different tones
Still Life Drawing
– Setting up and sketching a still-life
– Techniques for capturing detail and composition
Abstract Portrait Drawing with Charcoal
– Proportions and features of the face
– Techniques for realistic portraits
Landscape Drawing with Charcoal
– Techniques for drawing landscapes
– Capturing natural elements and atmospheric perspective
Advanced Charcoal Drawings
– Exploring advanced techniques (subtractive drawing, fixatives)
– Doing Advanced drawings
Soft Pastel Drawings
Introduction to Soft Pastel Drawing
– Overview of materials and tools
– Basic techniques and safety practices
Understanding Soft Pastel Tools and Techniques
– Different types of pastels and papers
– Techniques for blending and layering colors
Basic Soft Pastels Drawings
– Practicing Basic Drawings
– Understanding techniques while doing Basic Drawings
Still-Life Drawing with Pastels
– Setting up and sketching a still-life
– Techniques for capturing color and composition
Landscape Drawing with Pastels
– Techniques for drawing landscapes
– Capturing natural elements and atmospheric perspective
Advanced Soft Pastels Drawings
– Exploring advanced techniques (subtractive drawing, fixatives)
– Doing Advanced drawings
Materials Needed:
– Charcoal: Charcoal pencils, sticks, blending stumps, kneaded erasers, fixative spray, drawing paper.
– Soft Pastels: Soft pastels, pastel paper, blending tools (tortillons, blending stumps), fixative spray.
Self-assignments:
– Optional assignments to reinforce concepts learned in class
Video Lessons:
– Pre-class video lessons for preparation and review
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
Diploma in Fine Arts (DFA)
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