How to Draw Portraits - Portrait of Harriet Tubman
What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Unlock your artistic potential and enhance your sketching skills in this detailed and engaging class focused on creating a realistic portrait of Harriet Tubman. Step by step, you will develop the techniques and confidence needed to bring this iconic figure to life on paper. Starting with an overview of the sketching process, you will be introduced to essential materials and tools, and learn the dimensions, proportions, and measurements of the face. You'll focus on accurately placing facial features and drawing a rough sketch before refining it to enhance details and accuracy. The class covers shading techniques for the eyes, nose, lips, and hair, aiming to capture depth, expression, and realism. You'll also integrate shading across the entire face and complete the artwork by shading the background and clothing. 𝙎𝙚𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙮𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙪𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙠𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙣. 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬: 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒔: Ideal for artists with some experience who are looking to enhance their portrait sketching skills and tackle more detailed and realistic projects. 𝑯𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑨𝒓𝒕 𝑬𝒏𝒕𝒉𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒔: Perfect for those passionate about historical figures and aiming to create meaningful artistic tributes through realistic sketching. 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒇-𝑷𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔: Designed for individuals who prefer a self-paced learning environment, allowing flexibility to study and practice at your own convenience. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬: 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒕 𝑮𝒖𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆: Benefit from detailed lessons crafted by an experienced artist, ensuring a comprehensive and structured learning experience. 𝑯𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒔-𝑶𝒏 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈: Apply learned techniques immediately through step-by-step instructions, reinforcing your understanding and boosting your artistic confidence. 𝑴𝒆𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒆𝒄𝒕: Walk away with a beautiful, realistic portrait of Harriet Tubman, a piece you can proudly display as a tribute to an iconic historical figure. Class feedback is provided by Sunday of each week. There are 8 weeks of lessons, but the class can be completed at the pace that the learner would like.
Learning Goals
- Build confidence in your ability to create realistic and expressive portraits through a step-by-step process, leading to a finished piece that you can proudly display.
- Complete the portrait by shading the background and clothing, balancing these elements to ensure the portrait stands out while maintaining a harmonious composition.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction: Materials and study
Begin the course with an overview of the journey ahead, outlining the key stages of the sketching process and setting the stage for your artistic endeavor. Learn about the essential materials and tools required for realistic sketching. In addition to mastering your materials, you will study the layout of the face, form shading, tonal and line variation of the face. This includes the placement of facial features and how to draw a rough study and sketch of the face, eyes, and nose.
Lesson 2:
Rough Sketch:
Start with the basic outlines and proportions. Create a rough sketch to establish the foundation of the portrait, focusing on accurate placement of key features.
23 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Final Sketch:
Refine your initial sketch, enhancing the details and accuracy. This stage involves careful adjustments to ensure the likeness of the subject is captured effectively.
23 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Eyes Shading:
Dive into the intricate process of shading the eyebrows, eyelids, and eyes. Learn to portray depth, expression, and the unique characteristics that define the gaze of your subject.
13 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Supply List
2B Pencil: For initial outlines and light shading.
4B Pencil: For deeper shading and adding details.
12B Pencil: For the darkest areas and bold lines.
Blending Tool: To smooth out shades and create gradients.
Eraser: For corrections and creating highlights.
White Charcoal Pencil
Sketching Paper: A quality paper suitable for pencil work.
Small Paint Brush (Optional)
White Paint (Optional)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Psychology from Capella University
Master's Degree from Colorado Technical University
5 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Flagler College
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Frostburg State University
Bachelor's Degree from Stephen F. Austin University
Bachelor's Degree from University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor's Degree from Western International University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree from Rasmussen University
This class was developed by Cass Academy of Mastery. The instructional videos feature Ms. Mandvi, an artist and university instructor. She serves as a lecturer at several universities where she teaches fine arts subjects such as drawing (sketch), painting (all mediums), and digital painting. Learner feedback and support is provided by Ms. Cassandra, Director of Cass Academy of Mastery and a professional graphic designer.
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