Portraiture, Friday 11am-2pm
Portraiture: 6-week course
Starts 24th January 2025
No previous experience necessary!
Dive into the essentials of shape, value and colour as you investigate the art of capturing likeness. From traditional techniques to innovative methods, including both analogue and digital tools, you’ll enhance your ability to portray depth and character.
Portraiture: 6-week course
Starts 24th January 2025
No previous experience necessary!
Dive into the essentials of shape, value and colour as you investigate the art of capturing likeness. From traditional techniques to innovative methods, including both analogue and digital tools, you’ll enhance your ability to portray depth and character.
Portraiture: 6-week course
Starts 24th January 2025
No previous experience necessary!
Dive into the essentials of shape, value and colour as you investigate the art of capturing likeness. From traditional techniques to innovative methods, including both analogue and digital tools, you’ll enhance your ability to portray depth and character.
Materials list for Portraiture Course
Basic Drawing Supplies:
Sketchbook: A4 size or larger, 100gsm or heavier (for sketches, studies, and planning).
Pencils: A variety of graphite pencils (HB, 2B, 4B, and 6B) for sketching and shading.
Erasers
Pencil Sharpener
Ruler
Charcoal
Markers
Painting Supplies
Acrylic or Oil Paints
Brushes:
- A selection of round brushes (sizes 2, 4, 8) for detail work and broader strokes.
- A flat brush (size 1/2 inch or larger) for larger areas and backgrounds.
Palette: A flat surface (e.g., a plastic or wooden palette) for mixing paints.
Canvas, mounting card, or a Block of Canvas Paper: A3 or A4 size canvas boards or canvas paper, depending on preference.
Palette Knife: For mixing paint and applying texture (optional but useful).
Masking Tape
Additional Essentials:
Water Container (for Acrylics): A jar or cup for rinsing brushes.
2. Oil Medium (for Oils): Linseed oil or other preferred medium for mixing and thinning paints.
3. Paper Towels or Rags: For blotting and cleaning brushes.
5. Apron or Old Clothing: To protect clothes from paint stains.
Do not worry if you do not have all these materials, we have some back up materials in the centre!