Turning a blank piece of paper into a drawing seems daunting. The good news is that you can learn how to sketch. Like any skill, the more you practice, the better you become. The secret ingredient is time. With this course you'll have many wonderful ideas on what to sketch and how to draw whatever you wish. See how quickly your sketches come to life on the page and how fast you can improve as an artist. Know which sketching technique matches your subject. Use tone, color, perspective and contrast. Follow the step-by-step instructions to turn your blank sheet of paper into a work of art.
Recommended Study Time: 30 hours
Requirements: Our courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Introduction
- Introduction to sketching
- Motivation & inspiration
- What you need
Module 2: Sketching Techniques
- Making measurements
- Storage, transport and care of your tools
- Angles
- Contours
- Structure
- Organic lines
- Ghosting
- Matching subject to technique
Module 3: Creative Composition
- Principles
- Marks
- Compositional pointers
- Perspective
Module 4: Value & Color
- Value
- Color
Module 5: Capturing People Indoors
- Home
- School and work
- Bars, cafes and pubs
- Public transport
- Project: pub scene
Module 6: Sketching People Outdoors
- Introduction
- On the streets
- Buskers
- Homeless people
- Parks and public spaces
- Project: busker
Module 7: How To Draw Places Outdoors
- Introduction
- Simple landscapes
- The urban landscape
- Street furniture
- Trees
- Markets and meeting places
- Project: Statue
Module 8: Tips For Drawing Places Indoors
- Introduction
- Museums and galleries
- Offices and workshops
- Project: gallery
Module 9: Discover New Ways To Draw
- Introduction
- Seasons
- Time of day
- Travel
Module 10: Trying Your Hand At Painting
- Introduction
- Sketching for painting
- How I develop my ideas
