Sunday: Head & Hands- A Charcoal Portrait Workshop

Head & Hands: A Charcoal Portrait Workshop. SUN 19th/26th July, 2nd/Aug, 9th/Aug

11am-5pm
A four-week workshop exploring the structure, anatomy, and expressive potential of the half-length portrait through charcoal drawing. (max. 8 participant)

The workshop will cover:

• Proportion and anatomy of the head, neck, and hands

• Tonal unity, rhythm, and compositional design

• Focal points, edge hierarchy, and mass movement

• Texture and surface design through mixed drawing materials

• Use of charcoal dust, drawing wash, sponges, blades, and sandpaper

Week One — Composition & Tonal Design

• Thumbnail studies and compositional planning

• Placement and relationship of head and hands

• Preparation and toning of paper

Week Two — Structure & Anatomy

• Construction of the head, neck, and hands

• Proportion, perspective, and anatomical masses

Week Three — Refinement & Edge Variation

• Developing tonal unity and focal points

• Exploring soft and sharp edge relationships

• Strengthening rhythm and directional movement

Week Four — Texture & Final Refinement

• Developing texture and atmosphere

• Enhancing highlights with chalk and blade techniques

• Restating focal points and refining the overall image