Discover the foundations of classical portrait drawing in this four-week course, designed for beginners and those looking to strengthen their drawing skills.
Through a combination of demonstrations, practical exercises and individual guidance, you'll learn to observe and construct the human head, understand proportions, and create a convincing sense of form using light and shadow.
Working with traditional drawing techniques, we'll explore the fundamentals of portraiture, from the initial block-in and comparative measurement to tonal values, modelling and refinement.
With a maximum of eight participants, the course offers a supportive environment in which to develop your observational skills and build confidence in your drawing practice.
What you'll learn:
Understanding the proportions and structure of the head
Observation and comparative measurement
Building a portrait through simple shapes and the initial block-in
Understanding light, shadow and tonal values
Modelling form and refining your drawing
Course details
Duration: 4 weeks — one 2.5-hour session per week
Level: Beginner-friendly
Group size: Maximum 8 participants
Price: CHF 420
All drawing materials included
This course forms the first level of our classical portrait programme and provides a foundation for further study in portrait painting with oils.
Course begins 20th of January 2027 and will take place every Wednesday of the following 4 weeks.
Discover the foundations of classical portrait drawing in this four-week course, designed for beginners and those looking to strengthen their drawing skills.
Through a combination of demonstrations, practical exercises and individual guidance, you'll learn to observe and construct the human head, understand proportions, and create a convincing sense of form using light and shadow.
Working with traditional drawing techniques, we'll explore the fundamentals of portraiture, from the initial block-in and comparative measurement to tonal values, modelling and refinement.
With a maximum of eight participants, the course offers a supportive environment in which to develop your observational skills and build confidence in your drawing practice.
What you'll learn:
Understanding the proportions and structure of the head
Observation and comparative measurement
Building a portrait through simple shapes and the initial block-in
Understanding light, shadow and tonal values
Modelling form and refining your drawing
Course details
Duration: 4 weeks — one 2.5-hour session per week
Level: Beginner-friendly
Group size: Maximum 8 participants
Price: CHF 420
All drawing materials included
This course forms the first level of our classical portrait programme and provides a foundation for further study in portrait painting with oils.
Course begins 20th of January 2027 and will take place every Wednesday of the following 4 weeks.