This course will give you a general introduction to portraiture. The emphasis will be on developing observational skills through drawing and painting from the model. Initially, you will look at the structure of the face and explore ways of representing its shapes and planes. This will begin with a series of drawing exercises where you will be taught to observe and record what you see using line and tone. Following on from this, you will take steps into paint, beginning with monochrome tonal studies and an examination of warms and cools. You will then be introduced to the earth palette and simple colour theory, and you will be shown how to use this palette to mix natural-looking flesh tones.Initially, each week will cover one aspect of portraiture, but as your skills develop, you will spend longer on each piece of work. You will begin by looking at the structure of the face and you will be shown basic measuring techniques to help you represent what you see, beginning with contour drawing. You will then be shown how tone can help you describe volume and you will make tonal studies using chalk and charcoal. From this, you will take steps into paint, building on the skills developed by drawing. You will begin by making tonal paintings using the alla prima and classical painting techniques. Following on from this, you will be introduced to the concept of colour temperature, and you will make a painting using warm and cools. You will then be shown the classical palette, and will be introduced to simple colour theory. This will give you the basis for mixing natural skin colours. Teaching methods include illustrated talks, demonstrations of materials and techniques, practical painting experience, exchanging ideas and experience with others, looking at the work of inspirational artists, individual tuition and feedback, and informal group critiques.
Name: Portraiture - Introduction Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Qualification type: Assessment Tutor and student assess work in progress verbally. Group evaluation discussions at the end of each session. Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20150617 11:28:24 Updated 20150617 11:28:24
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Richmond Adult Community College
Further Education
info@racc.ac.uk
020 8891 5907
http://www.racc.ac.uk
Parkshot Town: Richmond County:Surrey
Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Classification: Arts, Media and Publishing