
Learn to draw the full figure of St. John the forerunner in diverse poses within orthodox iconography. Build rhythm in the camel hair garment and note placement toward Christ.
Master drawing the face in the Byzantine iconography full-figure series through a concise tutorial that guides continued practice and exploration.
Learn how Byzantine icons depict angels and archangels with wings, garments, staffs, spheres, and banners, and explore the hierarchy from seraphim to thrones in liturgical imagery.
Master the basic structure for drawing Archangel Michael, mapping head position, shoulder height, a twisting torso, outstretched legs, wings, halo, and flowing garment.
In this course, Part 4 of Series 4, we will continue to draw full figure Saints and their garments, by putting into practice what was learned in the series on Garment Basics and Series 4 Part 1. We will study figures in dynamic poses.
In section one we will be studying the garments of St John the Forerunner and how to create rhythm in the camel hair garments.
In Section two we will learn to draw angels and their wings.
Finally, in Section 3 we will draw the garments of the soldier saints.
Required Materials: Pencil, paper and eraser.