The Charcoal Drawing Course offers an immersive experience in two versatile and expressive mediums. Participants will explore the unique properties of charcoal, mastering techniques like shading, blending, and creating dramatic contrasts. The course also delves into the vibrant world of soft pastels, teaching color mixing, layering, and achieving texture. Through guided lessons, students will learn to combine these mediums to create dynamic, atmospheric artworks. Ideal for both beginners and experienced artists, this course enhances skills in creating richly detailed and expressive pieces.
Charcoal Drawings
FUNDAMENTAL TO INTENSIVE – LEARNING MODULES | ADVANCED
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
Self-assignments:
– Optional assignments to reinforce concepts learned in class
Fundamentals of Drawing and Sketching Video Lessons: