The Art of the Portrait: Foundations in Drawing
PRESENTED BY: Ana Johnson-Moore
"I found the instructor very helpful in answering questions. Very informative and I would love to take more classes with her. She also sent us the slide shows on everything to do with color. Which was great because I didn't have any notepaper to take down notes. She also had good tips and advice on watercolor painting from her experiences. Would definitely recommend!"
Feedback from a former class participant. In this five-session class, students will learn the foundations of portrait drawing and build the skills needed to create a cohesive finished portrait. We’ll begin by studying the structure of the head, learning how to approach different angles and proportions with confidence. From there, we’ll focus on individual facial features, explore how to capture expressions, and develop an understanding of light, shadow, and value to bring portraits to life.
The course emphasizes pencil drawing as the primary medium, making it an excellent foundation for sketching or preparing studies that can later be developed in paint, ink, or other materials. Some prior drawing experience is recommended, but students of all levels who are eager to strengthen their portrait skills are welcome. INSTRUCTOR: Ana Johnson-Moore
Ana Johnson-Moore is a professional artist living in Sandwich, MA. Originally from Bucharest, Romania, she has found her creative haven on Cape Cod. Over the past five years, she has specialized in watercolor painting, creating diverse commissions and showcasing her work in galleries across the Northeast and in international art publications. Her collaborations with local shops and businesses have fostered a vibrant artistic community. Material list ● 11x14" sketch pad (or similar size), one white and one toned gray Suggestions: White Paper Toned Paper ● A set of drawing pencils that includes both H pencils (harder, lighter) and B pencils (softer, darker) Suggestion: Faber-Castell Pencil Set ● One light blue pencil (standard) ● Eraser (kneaded or vinyl recommended) ● Pencil sharpener |
Sandwich Arts Alliance is pleased to participate in the Mass Cultural Council Card to Culture program.
Please inquire at [email protected] for discounts available and more information Class Registration closes 48 hours prior to the first class as a courtesy to the instructor. Some classes have limited enrollment so please register soon so you don’t miss out.
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