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I Can Draw Anything! Introduction to Sketching, Shading, and Portraits
Alexis Young
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(2)
In this 8 Week flexible schedule class, we will learn foundational skills to draw awesome and realistic looking art. Each lesson we will complete a different drawing assignment and follow a step by step illustration tutorial.
Class experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner - Advanced Level
This drawing course is designed to help the learner look at the world a little differently. I'm a classically trained artist who believes that the while art styles change throughout the ages, there are some skills which are always invaluable. Whether you like drawing realistic portraits or cartoons or anime, this course will help you with the fundamental skills needed to draw really really well. Students will learn traditional drawing techniques and challenge themselves to make REALISTIC...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Line DrawingIn this lesson we will follow the shape of objects using contour lines.Week 2Lesson 2Contour DrawingLine drawing! We'll use cross contour to express the volume, shape, and texture of your favorite footwear.Week 3Lesson 3Upside-down PortraitHow much are you drawing what you see vs what you know? Put your skills to the test.Week 4Lesson 4Drawing with ShadowsIntroduction to shading! How can we use shadows to express volume and texture without using line to define shapes?Week 5Lesson 5Portrait Anatomy StudiesStudy how classical masters like Leonardo DiVinci create such lifelike illusions. This lesson focuses on techniques to create jaw-dropping facial details. Eyes, nose, mouth, and strategies for accurate placement and proportions.Week 6Lesson 6Grid DrawingLearn how artists like Chuck Close use grids to create accurate proportions in portraits.Week 7Lesson 7It's All BonesWe'll study the anatomy of a skeleton for full-body proportions.Week 8Lesson 8Final Project!Artist spotlight on Frida Khalo and our grand finale, the surrealist self portrait!
This class is taught in English.
Line drawing, proportions, creating volume and depth through shading, and anatomy.
I'm a classically trained artist who I studied drawing, painting, and sculpture. I’m very knowledgeable about art history as well and gained a lot of my drawing skills from studying renaissance art.
Homework Offered
Expect to spend at least one hour drawing per weekly assignment.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students may message me and request feedback on their drawings if they like, but it is not required.Grades Offered
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(2)
Hi! I'm Alexis. I love making art. I love teaching art. I started teaching kids ceramics when I was in my teens and have since taught drawing, painting, English as a Foreign Language (EFL), and reading skills. My art classes are a great vehicle...
Self-Paced Class
$11
weekly or $85 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Completed by 26 learners
Ages: 10-15
