Portrait Drawing Basics

of all types

Have you ever wanted to learn how to draw faces but didn’t know where to start? In this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, we’ll explore the basics of portrait drawing and discover how artists use proportions and simple shapes to create convincing portraits. Working from magazine references or with one another, we’ll focus on the traditional front-facing portrait and learn how the facial features relate to one another. This workshop isn’t about perfection, but about developing observational skills and understanding the underlying structure of the face. Suitable both for complete beginners and for those looking to refresh their drawing skills. For those who wish to delve deeper into portraiture, a longer portrait course will follow later in the year.