Introduction to portraiture

City Lit

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    Course

  • Location

    London

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    Different dates available

Through guided observations of the model in pose, investigate the structure of the human head and relationship of the features. Practice selecting and composing observations of the portrait using step by step drawing and painting techniques. Learn to recognize key points and explore simple form, tone, colour, expression and build confidence.

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

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About this course

• Draw and paint the portrait with more confidence
• Recognize key points through observation of the model in pose
• Understand the basic structure of the head and upper torso
• Improve awareness of effect of light and colour on form
• Select and compose visual information in a drawn or painted portrait.

A sketchbook A4 size is always useful but not mandatory.

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Subjects

  • Drawing
  • Painting
  • Art History
  • Creative Writing
  • Critical Theory
  • English
  • French Literature
  • German Literature
  • Italian Literature
  • Art
  • Planning
  • Strategic Planning
  • Basketry

Course programme

• Introduction to the practice of Portraiture using artist examples
• How to observe the model in the pose
• Exploration of the structure of the head, torso and relationship of the features
• Use of perspective and visual elements shape, proportion, space, form, tone and colour
• Essential drawing and painting techniques using pencil. Charcoal, chalks and acrylic.

Group tuition, slide images, demonstration, discussion and Q & A. One to one tuition and feedback and peer critique.

Additional information

VH503 and VM667 Portraits 1, VH501 and VM678 Portraits 2, VH854 and VH892 Anatomical life and portrait drawing studio, VH498 Drawing Portraits: all levels, VM903 Portraiture studio: all levels, VM928 Drawing and painting traditional portraits: all levels, VH759 Experimental approaches to portraiture, VM903 Portraiture Studio: all levels, VU791 Clay sculpture: life and portrait, VU792 Clay sculpture: portrait head. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

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