What You Will Do & Learn
Students will develop the ability to interpret from life or reference, to produce work that is consistent and accurate, that clearly demonstrates an understanding of tone, proportion, form and perspective.
The basic anatomy of the human face
Simplifying the face to lay the foundations for a successful portrait
Achieving a likeness
Tonal value relationships
Colour theory
Painting techniques (brushwork, texture, blending)
Composition
Materials
For Drawing
Willow charcoal
Kneaded eraser
For Painting
Brushes (round Jasart)
Yellow ochre, cadmium red, ivory black, titanium white, raw umber
Acrylic primed canvas
Palette
Brushes (flat and filbert of varying sizes)
Palette knife
Linseed oil
Odourless solvent
Old rags
Paper towel
Jar/container with secure lid
Topics Covered
Pallette and colour selection
Classes will cover the following key areas:
The basic anatomy of the human face
Simplifying the face to lay the foundations for a successful portrait
Achieving a likeness
Tonal value relationships
Colour theory
Painting techniques (brushwork, texture, blending)
Composition
General Information
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