Figure life drawing and portrait course
Figure life drawing and portrait course
Do you want to learn how to draw a person? Express emotions in your art? Than this course is just right for you! Start with no previous experience!
Do you want to learn how to draw a person? Express emotions in your art? Than this course is just right for you! Start with no previous experience!
Great friendly atmosphere at the studios
Effective programs and motivating lecturers
Get great results fast. Perfect for total beginners
Flexible missed lessons replacement
We will provide you with all the art materials
Learn to draw humans and create amazing life drawings. No previous experience required.
Figure drawing and portrait is one of the most beautiful themes in drawing. Learn the human anatomy from zero and create realistic and detailed sketches and drawings. If you want to learn the art of observing and capturing human body on paper – this is just the course for you.
We invite you to our figure drawing course. Even if you are just starting – human figure is essential almost everywhere: sketching, illustration, comics etc. Our figure course for beginners will unleash great possibilities for you. In just nine classes you will learn body proportions, draw portraits as well improve your drawing skills with our great program.
This is a great beginning to your artistic journey. After you learn to draw the human figure, you will substantially improve your skills in other techniques, including painting portraits, storyboards and overall real life drawing . This course is perfect for you whether you are experienced or starting from zero. Make a huge leap forward with our figure and portrait drawing classes, sign up now.
What to bring with you? Nothing 🙂 All the materials and supplies are always provided to you for free at Draw Planet!
Course is taught in Czech, but lecturers speak good English, no worries :)
You don’t need to buy anything extra for the course. All the materials and equipment will be prepared and provided for you at the studio.
If it happens that you can’t come to a lecture, we will offer you replacement dates. No worries, you won’t miss anything.
Sign-up form and all the information about the dates of the course are lower on this page! Don’t leave it for later – SIGN-UP NOW!
- Friendly and inspiring Draw Planet atmosphere
- With us you will learn quickly and make great progress
- One lecture once a week, same day every week
- All top quality art supplies are always provided for free
- Nice professional lecturers and effective programs
- Perfect for beginners. We will help and support you
- There are 9 lectures + 1 bonus lesson at the end
- Each lecture is 3 hours. Course is 30 hours total
- 5600 CZK for the whole course including materials
- It is just 186 CZK for each hour of fun and learning
If you miss a lecture – we will do our best to replace it for you! Just write us an email.
Look at students who started with this course. You will manage this too. Learn to create with Draw Planet!
Lecturers
Rodrigo
Rodrigo has started a street artist in Sao Paolo, Brazil. But then he has quickly shifted to more classical art and after his intense studies in Japan has went to combine a great palette of techniques in his works, which include working with oils, watercolour, acrylic, animation and digital. He is an awesome teacher and we are proud to have him in the team
Terezie M
Terezie loves contemporary art and figure drawing. She has completed her studies at interior design and accumulated incredible knowledge in art history. She is mainly dedicated to interior, painting and galleries. She is incredibly energetic and powers her students with will to move forward and get better. Her figure drawing classes at the league of their own. She finds simple ways to explain, show and demonstrate complicated human figure and we find it exciting even to watch. She will quickly prove to you that contemporary figure stands on dynamics and movement, not just boring academism. She is similarly convincing with interior course.
Kristyna M
The funniest academic painter of Draw Planet. Kristyna is capable to explain even the most sophisticated topics in a very straightforward and accessible manner. Her classical training in Sofia combined with a very productive period of commercial illustration and animation have made her a great lecturer. She has a big of individual and collective exhibitions. Kristyna teaches painting and drawing classes, pastel and portrait courses. Her enthusiasm for art is contagious and you will love being at her classes. She is technically impeccable and very approachable as a person.
Petr
Petr is an incredible graphic, drawer and a screenprinter. In our team he is in charge of figure drawing and graphic courses. His depth of knowledge is always impressive and his style is unique and eye-catching. He is fun as a lecturer and also incredibly calm, he will always find a way to teach even the most complex topics to our students. After his studies at VUT and a lot of industrial design experience, now he focuses mainly on his art and transferring his knowledge to other people.
Course program
| 1 |
We discuss the proportions of the human body and composition. What the human body consists of; what are the main pinch points that help us to quickly portray the figure. We learn how to measure proportions and draw 4-5 figures. Material: pencil, charcoal for painting. |
| 2 3 |
We practice basic body construction. We look for the construction based on photographs of models. Then we try to practice for 2 hours on a real model. We draw 4-5 figures with proportional construction. |
| 4 |
Light and Shadow. We learn how to add volume to the figure with the help of light and shadow. We discuss hatching techniques and do a couple of shading exercises. Then we draw a figure with specific lightning (all the steps from the sketch of construction to the shading). |
| 5 |
Arms and legs. We take a look at the human skeleton and study the construction of limbs. We get to understand what those consist of, which help us to portray the human body. We draw 2-3 arm and leg construction. Then we focus on elaborate details, shading and hatching. |
| 6 |
Human head. We discuss the construction of the human skull and what the human head consists of. We talk about proportions of the face. We draw a head from 3 different angles, always based on construction. We take a look at each part of the human face individually. We draw an ear, an eye, a nose and a mouth. |
| 7 |
Portrait. We spend 3 hours of portrait drawing - beginning with the sketch of construction and finishing with shading. |
| 8 9 |
The final work. We spend the last 6 hours of this course drawing a sitting model in colours, using pastels. During the final lesson we draw a dressed model. |
Draw Place Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any basic creative skills to enroll in your course?
Not at all! The only thing we need is your passion for art. We'll be happy to work with you even if you have zero creative skills. We organize students into small groups, and our tutors work one-on-one with each student. Within the group, all the students are on the same level. This way, we can create a welcoming environment while our experts nurture your talent and hone your skills. We're here to help you build an excellent portfolio and get you into the college of your dreams!
Can't I just look up someone's portfolio and copy their work?
Firstly, colleges take cheating very seriously. But beyond that, your portfolio should reflect your personal style, talent, and interests. You'll be hurting your chances to get into college if you use someone else's template or even plagiarize their work!
What countries are you working with?
Each part of our course is 100% remote! So you can work with us wherever you are. All you need is a good connection, a laptop, and a creative spark for creating beautiful art.
But how do I decide on the major?
That's always a tough question! We'll use your passion and background to give you majors that might work best for you. At Draw Study, we've worked with more than 40 different creative majors including architecture, industrial design, interior design, graphic design, brand identity, digital identity, illustration, web design, digital art, drawing and painting, fine art, fashion design, photography, animation, directing, editing, filmmaking, interactive media, stagecraft, arts education, game design, and many other creative fields. Our experts are excited to help you choose your future career! Book a free online consultation to learn more!
Can I work on my portfolio, while also studying at school or having a job?
Of course! Our main goal is to help you achieve your dreams. We'll create a flexible schedule that would ensure that you have enough time to work on your portfolio. We can offer classes at any time of day or night! However, it's important to keep in mind that you need to start working on your portfolio at least a year in advance! But even if you have less than a year before the application, we can offer you our intensive program with multiple classes per week. We'd love to work with you to find the best time for our classes in your life!
My portfolio is empty right now. Do I have enough time to prepare it?
Usually, our online course lasts for at least a year. Our experience with thousands of students tells us that one year is more than enough to build a strong portfolio even for the most selective schools.
Can you help me get my degree abroad?
If you want to study abroad, it'll be our pleasure to help you choose the best country for you! We'll give you the list of documents you'll have to prepare and the deadline you'll need to meet. In addition to polishing your portfolio, our experts will prepare you for the entrance exams. We have plenty of experience preparing students to study abroad, so we'll be able to give you the advice you can't find online!
What exams do I need to study abroad?
It depends on the country and the college you choose. As a rule, most of the colleges would expect you to submit your portfolio. Then, they'll ask you to pass an entrance exam followed by an interview. They usually ask about your work, your creative process, your motivation, and your hobbies. Sometimes, they'd require students to make a specific project or a drawing. Thankfully, our team is full of experts who used to work in those colleges, so we know all the secrets of acing those exams!
Will you help me moving there?
We'll be happy to handle all the paperwork necessary for it. We know how hard it can be to keep track of all those applications and lists of documents, and we'll be happy to take that burden off you. Your mentors will help with everything. Draw Study guarantees a smooth road to your creative future!
What do I need to get into an art school?
Colleges worldwide expect you to send them a portfolio, a demonstration of your creative skills, and a couple of personal statements. You'll need to pass the entrance exams and submit your documents before the deadline. Some colleges require a creative exam. Here, at Draw Study, we'll be with you every step of the way! Our professors with years of experience in the field will work closely with you to develop and improve your portfolio. We'll also provide you with training materials to improve your skills. Every student gets a personal advisor that helps them with the paperwork and reminds them about upcoming deadlines. Draw Study will ensure that you'll have the best possible portfolio for the art schools!
Who's going to work with me on my portfolio?
We have a wide array of Draw Study instructors! They're all kind and passionate professionals with a lot of teaching experience. All of them are great professionals who are passionate about sharing their knowledge! They'll work with you to create new masterpieces for your portfolio and improve those that you've already created!
Can you help me choose the best college for me?
We know that choosing colleges by yourself might be a daunting process. You need to choose your major and find the best colleges for it. You'll need to be aware of all the rankings and global recognition. You'll also need to know all the admission requirements. What exams do they need? What are the application dates? What fees do you need to pay? What documents do they need?
Thankfully, our assistants will help you choose the best colleges for you. We'll also help you get all the documents for admission and remind you about all the upcoming deadlines!
Can you tell more more about the training process?
With pleasure! It's a 100% remote course. Therefore, you can ask any question and get your answer right away — we provide 24/7 support for all of our students. Each group gets an expert with a lot of experience in their field. We tailor our approach to the needs and desires of every student. We'll also assign you a personal mentor who'll help you choose a major and the best college for it. They'll also help you with all the paperwork, deadlines, and anything else you might need! Draw Study will get your skills to the next level!
I have doubts if this is for me. Can you help me?
We'd be happy to! All of our experts are great artists with substantial teaching experience! Therefore, we're the best people to talk to about the creative field. We'll give you our recommendations based on your skills, preferences, and your personal style.
I don't like drawing. Can I still enroll?
Of course! Some people just don't enjoy the process this much. However, Draw Study is here to ensure that you reach your full creative potential. We'll help you select the creative majors that are not going to evaluate your drawing skills! Then, our experts will work one-on-one with you to improve in the area you do enjoy!
It must be expensive to study abroad, right?
You might be surprised, but it's actually significantly cheaper than getting the same education in the States! Moreover, in some countries, you can study for free as long as you speak their local language! European colleges would cost you from $2,000 to $15,000 a year. It'll be around $15,000-$50,000 if you want to study in the UK. Most European colleges teach their courses in English. We're here to support you through your application process. We'll help you choose the best country, college, and program to match your unique needs.
There are so many countries, though! How do I choose from them?
Most of it depends on your own preferences. You must like the country and its culture. Keep in mind that you should speak the language, too! We'll be happy to help with it. In a year, our language experts will put your proficiency to the college requirements. We'll also help you sign up for language tests, so you can submit the certificate of fluency as part of our application.
The second thing to keep in mind is the general cost of living in the country. Colleges in Slovakia, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria offer free education as long as you meet certain criteria. Spanish, French and Italian colleges are well-known for their low tuition!
Our mentors will work with you to choose the countries that would work best for you!
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