Unlock your artistic potential and enhance your sketching skills in this detailed and engaging class focused on creating a realistic portrait of Nelson Mandela. 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 Nelson Mandela, 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.