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Learn MoreThe Complete Drawing Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced
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What you'll learn
- Draw everyday objects, people, animals, and scenes, using effective techniques.
- Draw realistic and conceptual content, with appropriate light or value, shadow, texture, and form.
- Learn gesture drawing, line and contour drawing, structural drawing, perspective drawing, portrait drawing, and more.
- Apply specific drawing techniques such as cross contour, wipeout/reductive, block-in, and much more.
- Learn and apply industry-standard drawing techniques.
- Draw from imagination.
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Course content
10 sections • 125 lectures • 19h 47m total length
- Introduction to the Drawing Course1:58
In this video, I introduce this online drawing course to you and explain its structure.
- Why You Should Learn How to Draw2:06
In this short video, I explain why it is important to learn how to draw, regardless of whether you are an artist or designer, or if you work in another field. Drawing can help people in the fields of graphic design, logo design, advertising design, illustration, and, of course, if you plan to go into art full-time or part-time or just for fun. But drawing can also help anyone who works in a field in which visual communication is used, including architecture, public speaking, marketing, education, and more. Drawing is a fundamental, beneficial skill, and this course will help you learn how to draw effectively.
- About the Instructor1:26
In this short video, I explain why I am qualified to teach this online course, and therefore, why the course will be informative and helpful to you.
I have professional experience in the field, producing illustrations and art for various magazines and businesses, as well as making commissioned art, and having art featured in prominent galleries across the United States.
I also have formal education in the field, including a BFA from Memphis College of Art and Design, an MFA from the New York Academy of Art, and I attended Water Street Atelier, now called Grand Central Atelier.
I also have experience teaching the subject. This is important because not only do I have the information and know how to apply it, from my education and professional experience, but I have spent years explaining how to effectively draw to university students and others in workshops.
- Tips for Success in this Course3:09
In this lesson, I explain how to succeed in this course, so you can draw effectively. This online drawing course can help you become better at drawing, and these tips will help you accomplish that goal.
- Facebook Drawing Club for Feedback and Critiques0:30
In this text lecture, we include the link to the Facebook group Drawing Club so you can post your drawings there for feedback and critique.
- Drawing from Photographic Reference vs. a Real Life Subject or Scene3:12
I explain the considerations to take into account when drawing from photographic reference vs. drawing a subject or scene from real life.
- Using a Table or an Easel to Draw1:59
I explain the differences between drawing on a table vs. drawing on an easel. Either is fine for this course, but I include a few considerations in this lesson.
- A Quick Note on Angle of View, Support Files, and Other Updates3:23
In this text lecture, we explain a few aspects of the course, so you can succeed at drawing.
- Introduction to Drawing Materials, Mark Making and Erasing1:05
In this video, I introduce this section, and how I will explain the various uses of assorted drawing materials.
- Drawing Materials11:52
In this video, I describe the various drawing tools and materials and their uses, including vine and compressed charcoal, conté, and more.
- Using Graphite Pencils in Drawings6:52
I describe the uses of graphite pencils in this drawing lesson.
- Drawing Materials Information and PDF Handout6:22
In this text lecture, I list the various types of drawing materials and brands I suggest. We have also attached a PDF handout that can be downloaded and optionally printed, for handy reference.
- Mark Making, Erasing, and Blending19:35
In this video, I explain various ways of mark making in drawing, as well as methods of erasing and blending and the tools we use for that.
- Sharpening Drawing Tools6:17
In this video, I explain how to sharpen drawing tools effectively, so they can be used for broad areas of value or thin lines, for example.
- List of Paper Types and Suggested Brands and PDF Handout2:18
In this text lecture, I list the various types of paper and brands I suggest. We have also attached a PDF handout that can be downloaded and optionally printed, for handy reference.
- Trying Out Types of Paper3:27
In this video, I explain how to try out different types of paper, in order to assess what kinds of paper you prefer to work with.
- Introduction to Gesture Drawing2:13
In this video, I introduce this section, which is focused on gesture drawing.
- Support File Photos, Drawing Materials, and Project Instructions2:11
We include the support files in this gesture drawing section, including photos of subjects to draw, in case you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. We also list the drawing materials Jonathan uses, but you can use just a pencil and paper if you do not have access to those materials listed. Instructions for the gesture drawing projects in this section are also included, as you follow-along with Jonathan or draw later after watching the process and listening to the tips.
- Gesture Drawing Of An Object2:32
In this short video tutorial, I demonstrate gesture drawing of an object. Follow along and post your drawing for feedback and/or so that you can compare it to your drawings later in the course and track your improvement.
- Vine Charcoal Gesture Drawing of Soft Object3:40
In this drawing tutorial, I show how to use vine charcoal to produce a gesture drawing of a soft object. Make sure to set a specific time limit for your gesture drawing, so you focus on the forms and "gesture" of the subject and do not add too much detail yet.
- Charcoal Pencil Gesture Drawing of an Object3:50
In this video, I use a charcoal pencil to produce a gesture drawing of an object. You can use a graphite pencil if you don't have a charcoal pencil. Remember to work quickly and don't worry about detail yet.
- Conté Gesture Drawing of an Object4:16
In this drawing tutorial, you will learn from another gesture drawing demonstration. I use conté in this lesson, but you can use a pencil if you want.
- Gesture Drawing Of Organic Objects6:06
In this drawing tutorial, you will learn from another example of gesture drawing, and this example focuses on organic objects in a still life drawing.
- Gesture of Moving Animals - Part 16:18
In this gesture drawing demonstration, you will learn how to draw moving animals with gesture drawing. This is part one of three.
- Gesture of Moving Animals - Part 2 (Structure)6:47
In this gesture drawing demonstration, you will learn how to draw moving animals with gesture drawing. I include some basics of structural drawing, although that is addressed in more detail in another section. This is part two of three.
- Gesture of Moving Animals - Part 39:24
In this gesture drawing demonstration, you will learn how to draw moving animals with gesture drawing. This is part three of three.
- Gesture Drawing of a Nature Landscape7:39
In this landscape drawing tutorial, you will learn how to draw a landscape using gesture drawing.
- Gesture Drawing of a Cityscape - Part 114:08
In this video, you will learn how to draw a cityscape in yet another gesture drawing demonstration. I start to move a little more into sketching in this lesson, compared to the other gesture drawings, although it can still be considered a gesture drawing. This is part one.
- Gesture Drawing of a Cityscape - Part 27:16
In this video, you will learn how to draw a cityscape in yet another gesture drawing demonstration. I start to move a little more into sketching in this lesson, compared to the other gesture drawings, although it can still be considered a gesture drawing. This is part two.
- Introduction to Line and Contour Drawing2:02
In this introduction to the line and contour drawing section, I will explain the various exercises you will follow along with, in order to learn line and contour drawing.
- Support File Photos, Drawing Materials, and Project Instructions1:10
We include the support files in this line and contour drawing section, including photos of subjects to draw, in case you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. We also list the drawing materials Jonathan uses, but you can use just a pencil and paper if you do not have access to those materials listed. Instructions for the line and contour drawing projects in this section are also included, as you follow-along with Jonathan or draw later after watching the process and listening to the tips.
- Simple Line Drawing of an Object10:18
In this line drawing tutorial, I will show you how to draw an object using simple line drawing methods.
- Line Drawing of Organic Object - Part 117:44
In this drawing tutorial, you will learn how to use effective line drawing to produce a drawing of a still life, using organic objects. This is part one of the drawing tutorial.
- Line Drawing of Organic Object - Part 211:29
In this drawing tutorial, you will learn how to use effective line drawing to produce a drawing of a still life, using organic objects. This is part two of the drawing tutorial.
- Broken Line Blind Contour Method4:23
In this video, you will learn how to use the broken line blind contour drawing method to practice line drawing.
- Continuous Line Blind Contour Method5:33
In this video, you will learn how to use the continuous line blind contour drawing method to practice line drawing.
- Semi-Blind Contour Method4:58
In this video, you will learn how to use the semi-blind contour drawing method to practice line drawing.
- Contour Line Drawing Method - Part 114:06
In this video, you will learn how to use the contour line drawing method to practice line drawing. This is part one.
- Contour Line Drawing Method - Part 26:26
In this video, you will learn how to use the contour line drawing method to practice line drawing. This is part two.
- Cross Contour Line Drawing Method - Part 118:53
In this cross contour line drawing tutorial, you will learn how to use the cross contour line drawing method to practice line drawing. This is part one.
- Cross Contour Line Drawing Method - Part 217:36
In this cross contour line drawing tutorial, you will learn how to use the cross contour line drawing method to practice line drawing. This is part two.
- Introduction to Structural Drawing2:32
In this introduction to the structural drawing section, I explain the types of drawings you will produce in this section, including structural drawings of a cylinder, cone, and cube, as well as organic objects in still life drawings. The basic shapes can be used later to produce more complicated drawings of inorganic and organic objects, scenes, and people.
- Support File Photos, Drawing Materials, and Project Instructions1:22
We include the support files in this structural drawing section, including photos of subjects to draw, in case you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. We also list the drawing materials Jonathan uses, but you can use just a pencil and paper if you do not have access to those materials listed. Instructions for the structural drawing projects in this section are also included, as you follow-along with Jonathan or draw later after watching the process and listening to the tips.
- Structural Drawing of a Cylinder - Part 111:23
In this structural drawing tutorial, you will learn how to draw a cylinder, using accurate form and lines. The sides are parallel while the ends are ovals. This is the first part of the structural drawing of a cylinder video tutorial. This method can be used to draw more complicated and detailed objects, people, and scenes, by using the basic shapes as building blocks early on in the drawing.
- Structural Drawing of a Cylinder - Part 27:20
In this structural drawing tutorial, you will learn how to draw a cylinder, using accurate form and lines. This is the second part of the structural drawing of a cylinder video tutorial. This method can be used to draw more complicated and detailed objects, people, and scenes, by using the basic shapes as building blocks early on in the drawing.
- Drawing Accurate Ellipses4:40
In this drawing tutorial, I show you how to draw accurate ellipses, as part of drawing a cylinder.
- Common Problems When Drawing Ellipses2:48
In this video, I explain some common problems that students encounter when trying to draw accurate ellipses, and how to avoid those problems.
- Structural Drawing of a Cone8:31
In this video tutorial, you will learn how to draw an accurate cone, using structural drawing methods. The cone can be used as part of more complicated drawings later, in combination with other shapes, such as the cylinder and cube.
- Structural Drawing of a Cube - Part 19:19
In this drawing tutorial, you will learn how to draw an accurate cube. Specific considerations are included, so that you can draw an effective cube, which can be used to build more complicated drawings later. This is part one of drawing a cube tutorial.
- Structural Drawing of a Cube - Part 26:37
In this video tutorial, you will continue to learn how to draw an accurate cube, by drawing another example cube. Cubes can be used with other basic shapes, such as cylinders and cones, to build more complicated drawings later, including drawings of automobiles, people, buildings, and still life drawings.
- Structural Drawing of an Organic Object - Example 119:52
In this structural drawing tutorial, you will learn how to draw organic objects using structural drawing. You will draw a still life drawing, in this first example of structural drawing.
- Structural Drawing of an Organic Object - Example 214:27
In this structural drawing tutorial, you will learn how to draw organic objects using structural drawing. You will draw a still life drawing, in this second example of structural drawing.
- Introduction to Tone or Value in Drawing2:10
In this introduction to the section, I explain how you will learn various ways to add tone or value in drawings, including the reductive or wipe out method, hatching, and cross-hatching. We will also go over adding shadows in structural drawing as well as various lighting and shadow terms in this section, which will help you understand light and how it is conveyed in drawing.
- Concepts and Terms of Lighting in Drawing17:35
In this lesson, I explain some key concepts and terms of lighting in drawing.
- Support File Photos, Materials List, and Project Instructions1:32
We include the support files in this tone or value section, including photos of subjects to draw, in case you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. We also list the drawing materials Jonathan uses, but you can use just a pencil and paper if you do not have access to those materials listed. Instructions for the tone or value projects in this section are also included, as you follow-along with Jonathan or draw later after watching the process and listening to the tips.
- Light and Shading in a Structural Drawing of a Cylinder7:32
In this drawing tutorial video, you will learn how to add a light source and shading in a structural drawing of a cylinder.
- Light and Shading in a Structural Drawing of a Cone9:15
In this drawing tutorial video, you will learn how to add a light source and shading in a structural drawing of a cone.
- Hatching Method with Still Life10:23
In this lesson, you will learn how to draw with the hatching method, using a still life as the subject. The hatching method is one way to add tone or value in a drawing, to portray depth and form.
- Cross-Hatching Method with Still Life18:12
In this lesson, you will learn how to draw with the cross-hatching method, using a still life as the subject. The cross-hatching method is one way to add tone or value in a drawing, to portray depth and form.
- Reductive Method with Globe - Part 112:19
In this drawing tutorial, you will learn how to add and remove tone or value using the reductive method, or wipe out method, by drawing a globe, in order to show depth and form. This is part one of reductive drawing method tutorial.
- Reductive Method with Globe - Part 216:18
In this drawing tutorial, you will learn how to adjust tone or value in a drawing by using the reductive method, or wipe out method, by drawing a globe, in order to show depth and form. This is the second part of the reductive drawing method tutorial.
- Reductive Method with Still Life - Part 118:56
In this drawing tutorial on the reductive method or wipe out method, I will show you how to draw a still life. This is part one of the reductive drawing method still life tutorial.
- Reductive Method with Still Life - Part 217:40
In this drawing tutorial on the reductive method or wipe out method, I will show you how to draw a still life. This is part two of the reductive drawing method still life tutorial.
- Introduction to Perspective in Drawing1:54
In this introduction to the section, I explain that we will go over drawing in perspective, including one-point, two-point, and three-point perspective. You will also learn various ways to show to depth in this section.
- More Examples and Background of Drawing in Perspective8:12
In this text lesson, we go over a few more well-known examples of drawing in perspective, as well as an overview of drawing in perspective, to help explain this drawing method.
- Support File Photos, Drawing Materials, and Project Instructions1:32
We include the support files in this perspective drawing section, including photos of subjects to draw, in case you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. We also list the drawing materials Jonathan uses, but you can use just a pencil and paper if you do not have access to those materials listed. Instructions for the perspective drawing projects in this section are also included, as you follow-along with Jonathan or draw later after watching the process and listening to the tips.
- Showing Depth, Method 1 - Scale or Size2:26
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using scale or size. Follow along with the exercise, or watch and draw later.
- Showing Depth, Method 2 - Overlapping Forms2:46
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using overlapping forms. Follow along with the exercise, or watch and draw later.
- Showing Depth, Method 3 - Linear Perspective1:55
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using linear perspective. Follow along with the exercise or watch and draw later. We go over drawing in perspective in more detail in this section, when we draw in one-point, two-point, and three-point perspective.
- Showing Depth, Method 4 - Chiaroscuro5:17
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using the chiaroscuro technique. Follow along with the exercise or watch and draw later.
- Showing Depth, Method 5 - Relative Value of Objects4:30
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using different levels of tone or value. Follow along with the exercise or watch and draw later.
- Showing Depth, Method 6 - Atmospheric Perspective5:17
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using atmospheric perspective. Follow along with the exercise or watch and draw later.
- Showing Depth, Method 7 - Horizon Line5:04
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using a horizon line. Follow along with the exercise or watch and draw later. We use many of the various techniques together, such as using variable scale as well as overlapping forms, while we apply new techniques for adding depth.
- Showing Depth, Method 8 - Lost and Found Edges6:44
In this short video tutorial, I show how to add depth to a drawing by using lost and found edges. Some objects are sharped or more "in focus" and others are softer or "out of focus" and this simulates depth in a drawing. Compare this to taking a photo with a specific depth of field. Follow along with the exercise or watch and draw later.
- Drawing in One-Point Perspective15:22
In this one-point perspective tutorial, I show you how to draw in one-point perspective. Drawing in one-point perspective enables us to draw with realistic perspective. We use one vanishing point in one-point perspective. You can use a pencil and ruler with paper in this tutorial, or any of the drawing tools, such as compressed charcoal pencil.
- Adding a Light Source and Shadows in Perspective Drawing10:50
In this tutorial, we add a light source and shadows in a perspective drawing.
- Drawing a Rural Scene in One-Point Perspective10:33
In this follow-along lesson, we use one-point perspective to draw a rural scene.
- Drawing in Two-Point Perspective10:41
We draw in two-point perspective by using two vanishing points on the horizon line, instead of one, like in one-point perspective. In this video tutorial, we draw in two-point perspective.
- Drawing a Cityscape Using Two-Point Perspective13:06
in this two-point perspective tutorial, we draw a cityscape using two-point perspective.
- Drawing in Three-Point Perspective - Example 112:55
In this video tutorial, we reverse engineer a drawing drawn using three-point perspective. This is an effective teaching and learning technique. In three-point perspective, we add a third vanishing point that is either above or below the horizon line, instead of on the horizon line like the first two vanishing points.
- Drawing in Three-Point Perspective - Example 214:33
This is another example of three-point perspective, but we are looking at the cityscape from higher up.
- Introduction to the Block-In Drawing Method2:58
In this video series on the block-in method, or what some call the geometric method, bard method, or French academic method, we will use a process to produce a detailed, rendered drawing of a still life. We start by drawing forms and figuring out the relationship between those forms. We compared the distance between landmarks in the subject, and eventually draw the various forms with lines. We later add more detail and eventually render the drawing so it is highly detailed and accurate.
- Support File Photos, Drawing Materials, and Project Instructions1:55
We include the support files in this block-in drawing method section, including photos of subjects to draw, in case you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. We also list the drawing materials Jonathan uses, but you can use just a pencil and paper if you do not have access to those materials listed. Instructions for the block-in project in this section are also included, as you follow-along with Jonathan or draw later after watching the process and listening to the tips.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 112:58
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we begin the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 212:20
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 318:00
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 417:30
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 510:47
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 617:39
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 712:52
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 814:22
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 914:18
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 1013:51
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 1117:35
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 1215:18
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 1319:29
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 1419:28
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 157:46
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Part 1616:51
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we continue the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method. Follow along with our support files or draw a still life subject from real life instead of photographic reference.
- Using the Block-In Drawing Method - Conclusion2:29
In this block-in drawing method tutorial, we conclude the process of drawing a still life using the block-in drawing method.
- Introduction to Portraiture in Drawing1:23
In this series of portrait drawing tutorials, you will learn how to draw an effective and accurate portrait. We will first review the anatomy and structure of the eye and mouth before drawing those with effective line variation, form, shading with variation of tone or value, and perspective. We will also draw a nose, ear, and hair. Then, for the final project in this course, we will draw a portrait of a subject. We have included some support file photos in the next lecture, if you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. By the time you have completed this section, you should have produced an effective and accurate portrait drawing.
- Support File Photos, Materials List, and Project Instructions1:30
We include the support files in this portrait drawing section, including photos of subjects to draw, in case you want to draw from photographic reference instead of a subject. We also list the drawing materials Jonathan uses, but you can use just a pencil and paper if you do not have access to those materials listed. Instructions for the projects in this portrait drawing section are also included, as you follow-along with Jonathan or draw later after watching the process and listening to the tips.
- Anatomy and Structure of the Eye11:59
It's important to explain the anatomy and structure of the eye, before we start drawing it with more detail and shading. This will help us draw a more accurate and representational eye in later lessons.
- Drawing the Eye - Part 119:04
In this video tutorial on how to draw the eye, we start drawing the eye, using accurate form and line. Once you have completed these three eye videos, you will have drawn a representational eye that you can add to your drawing portfolio. This exercise will also help later, when you draw a portrait of a subject.
- Drawing the Eye - Part 217:37
We continue to draw the eye in this lesson, adding more tone or value and more detail.
- Drawing the Eye - Part 39:21
We conclude our eye drawing series in this lesson, adding more detail as we render a representational eye.
- Drawing the Ear11:19
In this lesson, we go over the concepts of the ear and how to effectively draw the ear. This will be helpful for later when we draw a subject for a portrait drawing.
- Drawing the Nose15:00
In this video tutorial, we go over the concepts of the nose and how to effectively draw the nose. This will be helpful for later when we draw a subject for a portrait drawing.
- Structure of the Mouth9:55
Before drawing the mouth, we should start by looking at the structure of the mouth. This will help use draw the mouth more accurately in the next two video tutorials.
- Drawing the Mouth - Part 118:24
In this video tutorial on how to draw the mouth, we start drawing a representational mouth, using accurate line, form, and shading.
- Drawing the Mouth - Part 214:07
In this drawing the mouth video tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate mouth, adding more detail and rendering out the mouth. This will be helpful for drawing a portrait later.
- Drawing Hair - Part 111:31
In this video tutorial on how to draw hair, we start drawing accurate hair by using various tones, line strokes, and variation and unification of value.
- Drawing Hair - Part 215:20
We continue drawing accurate hair in this video tutorial, by applying more detail.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 117:43
In this portrait drawing tutorial, we begin the multi-video series of drawing an accurate and effective portrait. We start by using the block-in drawing methods used in the previous section.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 219:02
In this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 312:05
In part three of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing a portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 414:21
In part four of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 519:59
In part five of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 613:15
In part six of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 717:51
In part seven of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 812:07
In part eight of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 915:21
In part nine of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Drawing a Portrait - Part 1017:33
In part 10, the final step of this portrait drawing tutorial, we continue drawing an accurate portrait, using effective line variation, shading and variation of tone or value, form, angle and proportion.
- Conclusion0:40
Thanks so much for enrolling in this course. Completing this course is a huge accomplishment.
- Bonus: Learn Even More in Other Courses!1:37
In this text lesson, we provide opportunities to continue your learning.
Requirements
- You can follow along with just a pencil, paper, and eraser, but drawing tools such as vine and compressed charcoal, conté, kneaded eraser, chamois, blending stump, and ruler can be helpful. (Materials are explained near the beginning of course)
- A willing attitude to learn and practice drawing!
Description
Welcome to the complete drawing masterclass! In this online drawing course, you will go from beginner to advanced, by learning in various drawing projects.
You will learn new drawing techniques, and build upon your drawing skills, to produce beautiful, amazing drawings.
This course is your opportunity to advance in your career, whether you work in animation, logo design, graphic design, architecture, fashion design, video game character design, or ANY field that uses visual storytelling, such as marketing, public speaking, and more.
Or, you simply want to draw for fun!
By the time you complete this drawing course, you will have produced a portfolio of amazing drawings, including professional landscape drawings, accurate portrait drawings, artistic still life drawings, and much, much more.
Once you enroll in this course, you get:
Lifetime access to all of the content, including over 19 hours of on-demand, helpful video demonstrations and instruction.
Various PDF handouts and support files.
Access to our exclusive Drawing Club forum, for helpful feedback and critique from peers and me, the instructor of this course, Jonathan Simon.
The sections in this drawing course build upon each other, to help you master the art of drawing:
Gesture Drawing - You will quickly and easily learn the useful technique of gesture drawing, where we aim to capture the essence of subjects. Projects include drawing various objects, animals, and landscapes.
Drawing Materials - Next, after you get started drawing, we go into more detail to explain various mark making, erasing, and blending techniques, as well as various drawing tools. However, if you only have a pencil and paper, that is fine for the projects in this course.
Line and Contour Drawing - Learn various line drawing techniques, including contour, cross contour, and line drawing, as well as various exercises to practice hand-eye coordination and the portrayal of form and outline.
Structural Drawing - Learn how to produce various shapes (e.g., cylinder, cone, cube) that can be used to build more complicated structures. Draw organic objects using structural drawing, in order to draw a still life.
Tone or Value in Drawing - Learn how to add accurate lighting and shadows in drawings, including various techniques, including hatching, cross-hatching, and reductive or wipe out techniques, to add form and depth in drawings.
Drawing in Perspective - Learn various ways to show depth in drawings, such as chiaroscuro method, atmospheric perspective technique, and many more. Learn how to draw in one-point, two-point, and three-point perspective, for realistic perspective, so you can draw city scenes or other scenes from your imagination.
Block-In Drawing Method - This is the drawing method that I learned after my BFA and MFA, from another artist. It's the most requested drawing method I get from students. In this course, you will learn how to produce a detailed, rendered drawing of a still life, by using this technique.
Art and Science of Drawing Portraits - You will learn about the anatomy and structure of the eye and mouth before learning how to accurately draw them, either from imagination or from a subject. You will also learn how to draw a realistic nose, hair, and ears, before producing the final project in this course, a portrait. As you draw the portrait, you will apply various methods you have learned throughout the course, including gesture, line, block-in, structural drawing, and applying tone or value.
Enroll now and get started producing amazing, beautiful drawings! We'll see you in the course. There is a 30-day money-back guarantee, so if you don't like the course, you can get a refund. But we know you'll love this course, as you produce awesome drawings in this complete drawing course.
Who this course is for:
- Anyone wanting to learn to draw and get better at drawing!
- Artists wanting to improve their drawing skills.
- Graphic designers, logo designers, and other design professionals wanting to improve their sketching and drawing abilities.
- People who want to draw for fun or people who want to add it to their work skills portfolio.
- People who want to convey ideas quickly and easily, using visual communication.