Drawing the Face & Figure- Introduction to Proportion and Gesture (Self-Paced)
Kristy Mankin
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Learn to draw the human face and body with realistic proportions. Then practice sketching people in still and action poses!
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Interested in learning to sketch figures in natural poses, with realistic proportions? In this course we'll learn face and figure proportions, and use "gesture drawing" to create more lifelike drawings through this course. Here are the techniques that we'll practice together: Lesson 1: Proportions of the human figure Lesson 2: Proportions of the human face + drawing hair Lesson 3: Gesture drawing (sketching from observation, creating different poses) Lesson 4: Gesture drawing +...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Proportions of the Human FigureDrawing each part of the body the correct size & shape.Week 2Lesson 2Proportions of the Human FaceDrawing each part of the face the correct shape & place.Week 3Lesson 3Gesture DrawingSketching the whole figure in a pose (with correct proportions).Week 4Lesson 4Contours, Clothing, & ContrastAn introduction to refining the sketch (making it neater, adding clothing and shading).
We will practice drawing proportionate human figures in still and action poses, adding clothing, and shading. Our goal is to become more familiar with human proportions, and more comfortable applying them to our drawings.
Figure drawing is my favorite art discipline! I have years of experience creating my own drawings and sculptures, using the human form as inspiration, and I always brought my enjoyment and expertise to my students when we created figurative artworks. I have taught figure drawing to elementary, junior high, and high school age students for over a decade, and look forward to meeting more young artists who want to learn this skill!
Homework Offered
Students will experience the most growth if techniques are practiced daily.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students have the option of posting images of their drawings for the teacher to assess and provide comments and suggestions.Grades Offered
No prerequisite classes required. This course is an introduction to realistic figure drawing.
For this course, only sketch paper (or sketchbook), pencil, and eraser will be required*. If students would like to add additional media such as colored pencil or ink, they may. *Digital drawing is an acceptable substitute!
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
We will be using photographs of people as references. Photographs will depict a diverse range of body types, and respect for all models will be expected. There will be no nudity, however some figures may be clothed in leotards, gym shorts, or similar. Please feel free to address concerns with me beforehand, and I will take your student's needs into consideration.
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(1,098)
Hello! My name is Kristy, and I am a longtime artist and art educator. I live on the outskirts of town with my husband and pups. Before I joined Outschool, I taught full time in public school. I loved my students, and I had so much fun...
Self-Paced Class
$10
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 399 learners
Ages: 9-14
