An Ultimate Guide To Portraiture, Sketch, Mix and Paint

with Artist, Cancallmeartis

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WHAT IS THIS CLASS ABOUT?

Whether it is to create a portrait of someone you admire or even a family member, this class will give you a better understanding of the different aspects of creating a portrait. It will focus on the fundamental stages and different processes when creating a portrait, such as sketching (being mindful of proportions), mixing colors then painting and blending using gouache and watercolors. Portraiture seems daunting, but in this class, I hope to guide you to understand the face's anatomy better and transform it using paints!

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WHO IS THIS CLASS FOR?

Anyone interested in making portraits who wants to learn how to execute a traditional painting.
Beginners and practicing artists to achieve a more semi-realistic style using watercolor.
People who want to learn how to paint with gouache.

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Class Takeaways

By the end of this class, you will better understand how to use a reference to capture more accurate proportions.
You will also understand the basics of mixing skin tones with only the primary colors, which will increase your color theory knowledge and can be used with other mediums accordingly.
As well as this, we will take a deeper look into the painting medium called Gouache, which will share different techniques that will help you acknowledge its strengths and qualities, leaving you with more blended smooth portraits.
We will also explore watercolors and how you can build up tonal value and contrast.

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Class Highlights

The Fundamentals of Sketching

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Mixing Skin Tones Colours

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Painting and Blending with Gouache/Watercolour

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Portraits 101: Sketching, Mixing & Painting

Portraits 101: Sketching, Mixing & Painting