FIGURE DRAWING BASICS Part 1 — Drawing the Head & Face

In this introductory figure drawing workshop, we’ll focus on the structure of the head and face — ideal for artists of all levels looking to build or refresh their foundational skills.

Working from a head model under directional lighting, participants will learn how to break down the head into simple shapes, understand proportion, and draw facial features with greater confidence and clarity. The instructor will guide students through step-by-step demos and provide tips for capturing eyes, noses, lips, ears, and facial expressions.

• Basic head proportions (front and side view)
• Simplifying facial features (eyes, nose, mouth, ears)
• Placement and spacing of features
• Intro to expressions and emotion
• Shading and light using a model bust with directional lighting

• A 9x12" or larger sketchpad
• 2B, 4B, and 6B pencils
• Eraser (kneaded or vinyl)
• Pencil sharpener
• Ruler (optional for initial guidelines)
• Blending stump or tissue (optional for shading)

• Instructor-led demonstrations and individual feedback
• Use of a head model with lighting for visual reference

• Beginners interested in learning the basics of figure drawing
• Artists wanting to brush up on facial proportions and expressions
• Teens and adults (suggested age 13+)

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