2162 - Portrait Drawing
Course Overview
This class is for both beginning and more advanced students. Instructor will work with students individually at their own levels. You’ll work from a live model and study the structure of the human skull and muscles of the neck and shoulders in this introduction to drawing the human head. The course emphasizes basic proportions and techniques of shading with light and dark tones. Demonstrations on how to draw individual features will be given. We will be drawing from photographs and from live models. Come to the first class prepared to draw and bring sketch paper 14x17 inches or larger and drawing pencils. Note: A $40 model fee will be collected at the first class.What You'll Learn
- Learn to work from a live model and study the structure of the human skull and the musculature of the neck and shoulders.
- Learn to draw the basic proportions and techniques of shading with light and dark tones.
- Work at your own level and learn to draw individual human features.
- Learn how to critique artworks, be able to provide and receive constructive feedback on your works and others.
Who Should Attend
Appropriate for beginning and more advanced learners with interest in portrait work.Additional Information
Come to the first class prepared to draw and bring sketch paper 14x17 inches or larger and drawing pencils. Note: A $40 model fee will be collected at the first class.
UNM Tuition Remission
UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment. Click here to see UNM HR's Tuition Remission policy for eligibility and tax liabilities.