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Portraiture - Beginners and Improvers
A00047

Want to learn how to capture a likeness in art? This portraiture course is a great introduction to drawing and painting portraits. You'll develop your observational skills by working from a model. This course is perfect for beginners and improvers alike.

Course Content

This course covers:
Facial Structure: Explore ways of representing shapes and planes.
Drawing Exercises: Learn to observe and record using line and tone.
Colour Introduction: Steps into colour through pastels or paint.
Monochrome Studies: Begin with monochrome tonal studies.
Colour Range: Gradually extend to a wider range of colours.
Naturalistic Colour: Examination of warms, cools, and the earth palette.
Basic Measuring Techniques: Observe and record contour from observation. Geometry of Face: Use knowledge of basic geometry to help draw face/features to scale and in proportion.
Tone: Describe what tone is, and what it does, and record tone using a range of materials and techniques.
Palette of Colours: Develop a palette of colours, using pastel, for portraiture.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.

You must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
Some prior knowledge of art materials, tools and techniques is required.
Carers may be entitled to support, speak to our reception staff for assistance.

First Class Requirements

Pencil and a rubber. A materials list will be given out in the first class.

Attendance Requirements

n/a

Assessment Methods

Each session will end with informal group critiques where you can share your work and receive constructive feedback. Your tutor will also provide individual verbal feedback as you work.

Further Study Options

Further Art courses at RACC

Additional Information

Paper is available to buy in class.