LIFE DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO JOIN

Some previous drawing experience, such as drawing from a source or photographs. An interest in drawing from the figure.>

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

You will examine ways of representing the human figure and portrait. Drawing from a live model, you will learn skills in observational and expressive drawing, and build confidence in handling a variety of drawing materials, using a wide variety of techniques. You will study a range of topics such as, how to approach drawing from the figure, using fundamental techniques, line and tonal work and how to consider proportion and develop skills in depicting forms.

• Week 1: Measuring and Looking - You will look at ways of measuring and using proportion to represent the figure from observation. Considering simplifying form and using construction lines.
• Week 2: Capturing Complex Poses - You will look at ways of measuring and using proportion to represent the figure from observation. Considering simplifying form and using construction lines.
• Week 3: Light & Dark - We will investigate uses of tone to create the form of the figure, in different lighting conditions.
• Week 4: Making Your Mark - Working with a range of media and tools, you will look at how mark making can suggest different parts of the figure.
• Week 5: Mixed Media Image Making - You will work on different surfaces to consider how surface affects the representation of the figure.
• Week 6: The Big Draw - As a final session, we will work on a larger scale to create big images.

HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED

No formal assessment. Observation, discussion, and tutor feedback.

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS REQUIRED

• A1 portfolio or tube to transport drawings
• Masking tape
• Pencils
• Charcoal
• Paint brushes
• Fixative/ Hair spray
• Felt tips

Please note - Limited paper will be provided for sessions, you'll be encouraged to bring your own paper/sketchbooks

WHAT YOU CAN DO NEXT

• Drawing and Painting for Beginners

FURTHER INFORMATION

North Hertfordshire College cannot be held responsible if the classes are unable to run due to insufficient numbers of students enrolling. Course fees must be paid in full before attending a class.

If you need support with any of the following that may affect your learning please let the course admin team know:

• Physical disabilities
• Dyslexia, dyspraxia and other specific learning difficulties
• Sensory Impairment
• Medical conditions
• Reading, writing, maths, English as an additional language.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information or to apply please email JTunesi@nhc.ac.uk or call us on 01462 424232.