ADVANCED PROGRAMMES IN FINE ARTS

SKETCHING SPECIALISATION

• Introduction to Drawing Tools: Familiarization with various drawing materials such as pencils – B & W / Colours, Smudgers and erasers.
• Basic Drawing Techniques: Instruction on fundamental drawing techniques including line drawing, shading, cross-hatching, stippling, and blending.
• Proportions and Perspective: Learning the principles of proportion and perspective to accurately represent size and spatial relationships in drawings.
• Composition and Design: Instruction on arranging elements within drawings to create visually balanced and appealing compositions.
• Subject Matters: Exploration of various subject matters, such as still life, landscapes, figures, or portraiture.
• Hands-On Drawing Sessions: Significant focus on practical exercises and projects to apply and reinforce learned techniques.
• Critique and Feedback: Opportunities for participants to receive constructive feedback on their drawings, aiding in identifying areas for improvement.
• Exploration of Different Styles: Introduction to various drawing styles to encourage experimentation and the development of a unique artistic voice.
• Final Showcase or Exhibition: Opportunity for participants to display their completed drawings, either through a small exhibition or class presentation.
• Development of Drawing Skills: The course aims to provide a solid foundation in drawing skills, fostering creativity and improving technique.
• Enhancement of Artistic Expression: Empowering participants to express themselves through visual art and encouraging personal exploration in drawing.

ADVANCED PROGRAMMES IN FINE ARTS

Course Content:

Introduction to Cartooning:

• Understanding the fundamentals of cartoon art.
• Exploring different cartoon styles.

Character Design:

• Developing unique and expressive characters.
• Studying proportions and exaggeration techniques.

Facial Expressions and Emotions:

• Capturing a range of emotions through facial expressions.
• Practicing conveying humor through facial features.

Body Language and Pose:

• Learning how to convey personality through body language.
• Creating dynamic and interesting poses.

Composition and Layout:

• Understanding the importance of composition in cartooning.
• Exploring various layouts for single-panel and multi-panel cartoons.

Storytelling through Cartoons:

• Crafting a narrative using sequential art.
• Developing storytelling skills through visual elements.

Caricature Techniques:

• Studying the art of exaggeration in caricatures.
• Practicing caricature portraits of both real and fictional subjects.

Self Practice Assignments:

• Practicing caricature portraits of both real and fictional subjects.

Introduction to Facial Features: Fundamental study of facial features, including eyes, nose, mouth, and ears.

Proportions and Basic Anatomy: Instruction on basic proportions and anatomy of the face to create accurate and realistic portraits.

Basic Shading Techniques: Introduction to simple shading techniques to add dimension and depth to facial features.

Expression and Gesture: Exploration of capturing basic expressions and gestures in portrait drawing.

Light and Shadow Basics: Understanding the basic principles of how light and shadow affect the portrayal of facial features.

Clothing and Minimal Backgrounds: Guidance on drawing basic clothing and incorporating minimal backgrounds to complement the portrait.

Capturing Likeness in a Simple Form: Techniques for capturing a recognizable likeness of the subject in a simplified manner.

Self-Practice Sessions: Hands-on drawing sessions with guided exercises to practice newly learned techniques.

Introduction to Various Styles: Exposure to a variety of basic artistic styles used in portrait drawing.

Basic Composition: Instruction on basic composition principles to create visually appealing portraits.

Advanced Portraits: Mastery of complex proportions and the ability to capture intricate facial expressions accurately.

Introduction to Charcoal:

• Overview of charcoal as a drawing medium.
• Understanding different types of charcoal and their characteristics.

Introduction to Soft Pastels:

• Overview of soft pastels and their unique qualities.
• Exploring different types of soft pastels and pastel papers.

Basic Drawing Techniques:

• Learning foundational drawing techniques such as line, shape, and form.
• Practicing mark-making and shading with both charcoal and soft pastels.

Value Studies:

• Understanding and applying principles of light and shadow.
• Creating monochromatic drawings to explore value ranges.

Still Life Drawing:

• Setting up and drawing from simple still life arrangements.
• Exploring texture and form using charcoal and soft pastels.

Portrait Sketching:

• Basics of sketching facial features and proportions.
• Introduction to portraiture techniques with charcoal and soft pastels.

Landscape Drawing:

• Techniques for capturing landscapes with charcoal and soft pastels.
• Exploring atmospheric perspective and composition.

Blending and Layering Techniques:

• Understanding and practicing blending techniques with fingers, blending stumps, and brushes.
• Layering colors to achieve depth and richness in drawings.

Fixatives and Surfaces:

• Proper use of fixatives to set charcoal and pastel drawings.
• Exploring various surfaces suitable for these mediums.

Color Theory with Soft Pastels:

• Introduction to color theory and color mixing with soft pastels.
• Exploring the vibrant and expressive nature of pastel colors.

Self-Practice Assignments:

• Undertaking a comprehensive project that showcases the skills acquired in the course.

Introduction to Anime and Manga:

• Overview of the history and characteristics of anime and manga.
• Understanding the influence of Japanese culture on the art style.

Anatomy for Anime:

• Basics of drawing anime-style characters with a focus on proportions.
• Understanding the distinctive features of anime anatomy.

Facial Expressions and Emotions:

• Capturing a range of emotions through anime-style facial expressions.
• Practicing drawing different eye shapes and mouth expressions.

Hairstyles and Accessories:

• Exploring diverse hairstyles and accessories commonly found in anime.
• Creating unique and stylized hair designs.

Clothing and Costume Design:

• Basics of drawing clothing folds and drapery in the anime style.
• Designing costumes for anime characters.

Posing and Dynamic Action:

• Techniques for creating dynamic and expressive poses.
• Understanding the principles of action and movement in anime drawings.

Backgrounds and Environments:

• Introduction to drawing simple backgrounds and environments.
• Creating scenes that complement anime character illustrations.

Clean Line Art:

• Mastering the use of clean lines in anime drawings.
• Exploring different inking techniques and line weights.

Basic Color Theory in Anime:

• Understanding color choices and harmonies in anime art.
• Introduction to basic digital coloring techniques for anime illustrations.

Character Design Basics:

• Developing unique and memorable anime characters.
• Creating character sheets with different expressions and poses.

Self-Assignment:

• Applying learned skills to create a final anime-style illustration.

Introduction to Fashion Sketching:

• Overview of the fashion industry and the role of fashion sketching.
• Understanding the importance of accurate and expressive sketches in design.

Fashion Illustration Tools and Materials:

• Introduction to basic tools, including pencils, markers, and sketch pads.
• Overview of digital tools for fashion illustration.

Basic Anatomy for Fashion Sketching:

• Understanding basic proportions and anatomy relevant to fashion drawing.
• Practicing sketching the fashion figure in various poses.

Fashion Silhouettes and Proportions:

• Exploring different fashion silhouettes and garment proportions.
• Creating sketches that emphasize the characteristics of specific garment types.

Drawing Garments and Fabrics:

• Techniques for illustrating various types of clothing, including dresses, tops, bottoms, and outerwear.
• Exploring different fabric textures through sketching.

Understanding Drapery and Folds:

• Studying the principles of drapery and folds in fabric.
• Practicing how to convey realistic and stylized folds in clothing.

Fashion Rendering Techniques:

• Introduction to shading and rendering techniques for fashion illustrations.
• Understanding light and shadow to add dimension to sketches.

Creating a Fashion Croquis:

• Developing a personal croquis or template for consistent figure proportions.
• Using croquis as a foundation for sketching design ideas.

Exploring Different Styles in Fashion Sketching:

• Experimenting with various styles, from realistic to stylized and exaggerated.
• Finding a personal voice in fashion illustration.

Color Theory in Fashion Sketching:

• Basics of color theory and its application in fashion illustration.
• Experimenting with different color schemes and combinations.

Fashion Sketching Portfolio:

• Guidance on presenting a cohesive and professional portfolio.

Self-Assignments:

• Applying learned skills to create a final fashion illustration project.