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Drawing the Face & Figure- Introduction to Proportion and Gesture (Self-Paced)

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Ages 9-14

Self-Paced Course

Learn to draw the human face and body with realistic proportions. Then practice sketching people in still and action poses!

Kristy Mankin

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What's included

4 pre-recorded lessons

4 weeks

of teacher support

1 year access

to the content

Homework

1 hour per week. Students will experience the most growth if techniques are practiced daily.

Assessment

Students have the option of posting images of their drawings for the teacher to assess and provide comments and suggestions.

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 + clothing + shading

Each lesson video provides step-by-step drawing demonstrations, and I'll provide guidance and feedback for all submitted assignments.  My goal is for you to feel more confident drawing people on your own!

Lessons run approximately 60 minutes total, broken into several shorter videos (15-35 minutes each).   Students who turn in sketches for each lesson will be provided with a certificate of completion at the end of the course!

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Learning Goals

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.

Syllabus

4 Lessons

over 4 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Proportions of the Human Figure

 Drawing each part of the body the correct size & shape.

Lesson 2:

Proportions of the Human Face

 Drawing each part of the face the correct shape & place.

Lesson 3:

Gesture Drawing

 Sketching the whole figure in a pose (with correct proportions).

Lesson 4:

Contours, Clothing, & Contrast

 An introduction to refining the sketch (making it neater, adding clothing and shading).

Other Details

Parental Guidance

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.

Pre-Requisites

No prerequisite classes required. This course is an introduction to realistic figure drawing.

Supply List

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!

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Kristy Mankin

Joined September, 2019

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Teacher expertise and credentials

2 Teaching Certificates

Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts

California Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts

2 Degrees

Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Nebraska at Kearney

Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Texas Christian University

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!