Workshops at Fleurieu Arthouse
Live Model Portraits: Graphite, Charcoal & Coloured Pencil
3-hour workshop · Suitable for beginners through to experienced artists
Friday 13 November, 10am–1pm
Saturday 21 November, 10am–1pm
$105 per person, per workshop · Places are limited
Spend a workshop drawing from life and exploring the character, expression and individuality of the human face.
In this engaging, hands-on portrait workshop, you’ll work from a live model and explore the possibilities of graphite, charcoal and coloured pencil. Whether you’re new to portrait drawing or looking to take your existing skills further, you’ll be guided through a series of practical exercises designed to strengthen observation, develop an understanding of facial structure and proportion, and help you capture likeness and expression.
We’ll explore line, tone, and mark making, while experimenting with different ways of seeing and drawing the portrait. You’ll be encouraged to work both intuitively and analytically, balancing careful observation with your own personal approach and creative expression.
Individual guidance and feedback throughout the session will support you in developing your skills, gaining confidence working from life, and discovering new ways to use your drawing materials.
Each workshop will offer a different selection of exercises and approaches, giving you a growing collection of tools and techniques to bring into your own portrait practice.
Places are limited to ensure a relaxed, supportive atmosphere and plenty of individual guidance.
Drawing the Figure from Life
3-hour workshop · Suitable for beginners through to experienced artists
Saturday 28 November, 10am–1pm
Friday 4 December, 10am–1pm
$105 per person, per workshop · Places are limited
Draw from life and spend three focused hours exploring the human figure through direct observation of a live model.
This engaging, hands-on workshop offers an introduction to drawing the figure, with a focus on observation, proportion, form, and composition. You’ll explore how the figure occupies space and discover different ways of responding to the human form through drawing.
Working primarily with charcoal and pencil, you’ll develop your skills through guided exercises and observational studies. We’ll explore simple composition ideas, and different approaches to seeing and responding to the figure, while considering how drawing can be used to capture both structure and expression.
You’ll be encouraged to work intuitively as well as analytically, with individual guidance and feedback throughout the workshop. The aim is to build confidence working from life, become more comfortable with the materials, and develop a deeper understanding of the figure through observation and experimentation.
Whether you’re new to drawing the figure or looking to strengthen your existing practice, this workshop offers an opportunity to slow down, look closely and explore your own approach to the human form in a supportive studio environment.
Limited places available to ensure plenty of individual guidance and time with the model.
What to bring
A2 or A3 sketchbook, or cartridge paper if you wish to work bigger
2B & 4B graphite pencils
1 pack of willow charcoal of mixed sizes
Erasers
Rag
Coloured pencils
Pencil sharpener
Bookings
Contact Amy at amy.sibenaler@outlook.com or phone 0409 741 284
Instagram: @as_visualart
$105 per person, per workshop. Tickets are transferable or can be used for another class.