The approach you will learn in this workshop may be a bit different to your previous experiences with charcoal.
I will introduce you to a method that relies on using the point of sharpened charcoal (more like a pencil) and chalk. This style allows for a great deal of detail and ends up looking a bit more like an etching than a typical charcoal drawing. We will be working on a mid-toned paper to get the most out of our charcoal and chalk.
As with any art style, you can experiment with this approach to your heart’s content. I love seeing the novel ways that students manage to incorporate new techniques into their own work.
This course is suitable for all levels including complete beginners and includes:
- 2 Hours of fully narrated content.
- Reference Image
You can view the 'Materials' PDF in the curriculum below to see a recommended materials list for this course.
Blocking-In
You will start by blocking-in the general proprtions of the head and features.
Separating Light and Dark
You will then divide the subject into areas of light and dark to create a sense of solid form and structure in the painting.
Refining
The final stage of the course will focus on developing more subtle details across the subject.
