Want to master the art of drawing anime but don't know where to start? Then this is the perfect class for you! In this fun and supportive weekly class we will learn the fundamentals of anime drawing. Each week breaking down a different part of the anime character - learning how do draw elements like hair, eyes, hands, faces, emotions, perspective, style, noses, body proportion and so much more! This class will equip you with the tools you need to draw an authentic looking anime character - with transferable skills that can be used over and over again in your future anime art works. It is the perfect class to learn the fun basic drawing skills needed to create anime. 

Each week we will go in depth about how to draw all things that go into drawing an anime character. By just focusing on one element at a time you will be able to get to grips with how to draw in the anime style and learn the core fundamentals to creating anime drawings. I will go through the class with easy step by step instructions and we will do a few sketches each class so we can really practice the new skill we are learning. This course is perfect for complete beginners or intermediates wanting to improve and practice their style. You will see the difference in your work almost immediately!

My teaching style is very enthusiastic and I like to encourage my students by praising what they are doing well. I will also sensitively point out where there is room for improvement. The best way to learn is through doing and so my lesson will be very interactive and engaging. I will use slides and live drawing to demonstrate and teach. The students will need some plain paper, an eraser, sharpener and coloured pens or pencils, including the colour black. No required experience or knowledge is needed for this class. Just a joy and curious attitude about art, anime and how to draw!

Week starting 01/07/2024
Eyes

Week starting 08/07/2024
Hands

Week starting 15/07/2024
Heads and angles 

Week starting 22/07/2024
Drawing emotions

Week starting 29/07/2024
Hair and different hair styles 

Week starting 05/08/2024
Anime shading with graphite (black and white)

Week starting 12/08/2024
Anime shading with colours and colour theory 

Week starting 19/08/2024
Mouths

Week starting 26/08/2024
Body

Week starting 02/09/2024
Dynamic body poses 

Week starting 09/09/2024
Kids Faces and Heads/Chibi

Week starting 16/09/2024
Extreme and Experimental Hair Styles

Week starting 23/09/2024
Original Character Creating

Week starting 30/09/2024
Feet

Week starting 07/10/2024
Shoes

Week starting 14/10/2024
Clothing for top half of the body (tops, jumpers, hoodies, shirts etc)

Week starting 21/10/2024
Clothing for bottom half of the body (jeans, skirts, leggings etc)

Week starting 28/10/2024
Body from side view/profile

Week starting 10/06/2024
Face and facial element positioning 

Week starting 17/06/2024
Popular anime accessories - wings, backpacks, swords, horns etc

Week starting 24/06/2024
Anime ears - regular, elf, cat and wolf

More elements can be added and requests are welcome!

Once we get to the last class the course will loop back to the top of the list so no matter where you start you will always get a chance to complete all the anime elements.