Figure Drawing Course With Sophie McKay Knight
Duration: 1 hour
Price: £75.00
6 week course
Explore the different techniques of drawing the human figure!
In this figure drawing course we will look at all aspects of capturing the human form through drawing and mixed media. Sessions will include exercises on structure, line, tone and technique, as well as diving into Anatomy, Movement, the Face and ‘Tricky Bits’ such as hands and feet. Participants will be given the option of sketching in between classes and receiving feedback from the tutor, as well as invited to learn more about how the figure has been portrayed throughout art history. No experience of figure drawing is necessary for this course as everyone will be encouraged to work at their own level within a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment. Each week we will build on the previous weeks knowledge and tackle something new.
Course Outline
Week 1 – 10th January: Exploring Anatomy
We will take a look at the skeleton, muscle structures and basic proportion.
Week 2 – 17th January: Focus on the Head
This will consist of breaking down each facial feature, expressions, how the face changes throughout life.
Week 3 – 24th January: Adding in another figure
How do two or more people interact and how does this change the drawing?
Week 4 – 31st January: Tricky bits
An opportunity to have a go at hands, feet, or anything you find problematic
Week 5 – 07th February: Figure in Art History
This week we will take a look at how the human form has been portrayed in painting throughout history.
Week 6 – 14th February: Abstracting the Figure
In this final week we will explore how the figure might be considered in a more abstract way and consolidate any final issues.
Impress your friends and family with your very own exhibition at the end the course.
What you’ll learn:
- The basic skills, techniques and methods of sketching and drawing the human form.
- The confidence to develop your drawing skills at a pace that suits you.
- Tips on how to approach different subjects and scenes you want to capture.
What you’ll need:
To join this 6 week course, our tutor suggest that you have the following materials.
- You will need a set of graded pencils.
- An Eraser
- A3 cartridge paper.
Your Tutor
Sophie McKay Knight is an artist who works in St Fife, Scotland. Having studied Fine Art at Edinburgh College of Art & University between 1992-1997, Sophie has been a practicing professional artist ever since and has worked professionally with St Andrews University, Art in Healthcare, Dundee Contemporary Arts, Fife Cultural Trust, Perth & Kinross Council and Tate Gallery, Liverpool. Sophie has also been a committee member with Visual Arts Scotland, and given workshops across a variety of venues for adults and children.
Joining our live classes
Our ‘live’ classes will take place via Zoom. We’d recommend using a laptop or desktop if possible to make it easier for you to take part. Upon booking your class, you will receive an email confirmation with full details of how to join and your link to the zoom class.
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