Drawing from scratch
An introduction to drawing
This course is an introduction to basic approaches and materials used in drawing. It is intended to give beginners a foundation to work from, as well as a refresher course for those who already have some skills and experience.
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When Semester 1, 2024. Semester 2, 2024.
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This course aims to help you develop your drawing skills, hand-eye coordination and exploration of your own creativity.
You'll be introduced to exercises in still-life (objects), linear perspective, portraits, expression and life drawing (nude or draped model). The range of materials includes pencils, graphite, charcoal, ink and different paper types.
You will be supplied with basic materials for drawing (paper, charcoal, ink, pencils, and erasers) during the class. You are welcome to bring along any further drawing materials that you already have and would like to explore in the class.
- Observation of shape and form, proportions, tone, light and shade
- Understanding of structure via linear perspective
- Different approaches to drawing
- You must wear enclosed shoes e.g. sneakers or leather type shoes
Video: hear from lecturer Dalla Perry as she explains the courses in a recent ABC Radio interview.
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Semester 1, 2024
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Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| V0262 | Drawing from scratch |
Semester 2, 2024
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Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| V0262 | Drawing from scratch |
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