Charcoal Portraits 101 by Robert Kelley

Would you like to delve deeper into the art of charcoal portraiture? Master artist Robert Kelley invites you on a comprehensive journey through the intricacies of creating stunning charcoal portraits. Starting with fundamental concepts vital for portrait creation, this course caters to all levels, from beginners to advanced artists. Topics covered include drafting, anatomy, values, measurement, perspective, and more. Whether you’re starting out or seeking to refine your skills, this class offers something for everyone.

Course Objectives:

• Grasp fundamental principles for drawing portraits from various angles
• Master drawing facial features from different perspectives
• Utilize lines as guides in portrait drawing
• Apply object anatomy knowledge to enhance drawing skills
• Employ measurement and referencing for accurate relationships
• Understand feature placement, foreshortening, and effective composition
• Explore diverse materials, substrates, and tools for unique effects

More About the Course: This academic class offers a blend of concise and comprehensive lessons covering essential fundamentals necessary for rendering refined charcoal portraits. Topics include composition, design, relationships, perspective, and mechanics. By course completion, students will possess the skills to advance in the art of charcoal portraiture, taking their own artwork to the next level.