Course Description
Drawing, the art or technique of producing images on a surface, usually paper, by means of marks, usually of ink, graphite, chalk, charcoal, or crayon.
Unlock your creative potential and discover the world of drawing! This comprehensive course covers fundamental techniques, tools, and methods to help beginners and intermediate artists improve their skills.
History:
The history of drawing spans 30,000 years, from prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary digital art. Ancient civilizations like Egypt, Greece, and Rome developed drawing techniques, while the Renaissance introduced perspective and realism. Modern art movements like Expressionism, Cubism, and Abstract Expressionism transformed drawing, and contemporary artists continue to push boundaries with mixed media and digital tools.
Benefits of practising Drawing regularly:
- Improves observation and concentration
- Enhances creativity and imagination
- Develops problem-solving skills
- Boosts memory and recall
- Refines fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
Fee Details:
Individual session – AUD $16.50
- 1:1
- 45 Minutes duration
Group session – AUD $11.00
- Maximum 4 students per group
- 60 Minutes duration
Beginner Level
Module 1: Foundations
- Introduction to drawing
- Basic drawing tools and materials
- Familiarity with Tools
- Line, value & texture
- Basic shapes and forms
- Basic Shading and Understanding Light and Shadow
- Perspective and proportion
Module 2: Observational Drawing
- Still life drawing
- Simple landscapes
- Basic Composition Style Using Still Life & Landscape
- Basic figure drawing
- Gestural drawing
- Introduction to Portrait Drawing
Intermediate Level
Module 1: Representation and Expression
- Advanced perspective and proportion
- Figure drawing: Anatomy and Movement
- Portrait drawing: Facial Structure and Expression
- Animal drawing: Basic Forms and Texture
- Composition and Storytelling
Module 2: Techniques and Media
- Pencil and Charcoal Techniques
- Basic Color Theory
- Ink and Watercolor Basics
- Mixed media and collage
- Experimentation and creativity
Advanced Level
Module 1: Advanced Techniques and Media
- Advanced Color theory and mixing
- Layering and Glazing
- Advanced mixed media and Collage
- Experimental drawing techniques
Module 2: Personal Style and Expression
- Developing personal style and voice
- Advanced composition and storytelling
- Figure drawing: Advanced anatomy and Movement
- Portrait drawing: Advanced expression and Psychology
- Advanced Critique and Feedback
Ayush Mishra
Personal profile:
An Assistant Professor of Fine Arts with a deep passion for visual arts and creative expression. I earned my Ph.D. in Fine Arts from Banaras Hindu University, specializing in Awadh and later Mughal paintings.
Since 2016, I have been actively engaged in photography practices and fine art research, exploring the intersections of artistic expression, visual storytelling, and contemporary art movements. My work has been exhibited both nationally and internationally, allowing me to share my artistic vision with diverse audiences.
Beyond academia, I am committed to fostering creativity and critical thinking through my teaching, research, and artistic practice. I actively seek opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations and innovative projects that push the boundaries of fine arts.
Shweta Shetty
Personal profile:
As a passionate artist and dedicated art educator, I bring over 5 years of experience in fostering creativity and inspiring young minds. I’ve had the privilege of working with children across various age groups, both online and offline.
I hold a Master of Fine Arts degree and have received the prestigious Emerging Talent Award for my outstanding contributions as an art facilitator.
I specialize in a wide range of artistic mediums and techniques, including basic and 3D sketching, classical animation, steel life, live drawings, canvas painting, calligraphy, paper craft, clay modeling, sculpting, glass painting, wood painting, fabric painting, realistic oil portraits, pot painting, wall painting, epoxy resin art, and upcycling waste materials into creative art pieces.
Languages Spoken:
- Tamil, English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarathi.
Shaswati Debnath
Personal profile:
“Color has been my everlasting joy”; and the canvas with infinite possibilities as there are a number of designs in nature and surroundings. Born in the Steel Town of Rourkela, in Odisha, India; an MBA in Human Resources; had a promising corporate career of more than a decade but it just wasn’t enough for me.
I wanted to explore the creative urge, a hobby which got endorsed as a full time passion. Never had a formal training into Art, I ventured into this unknown world not knowing where it would lead me. Mostly Self-learned with a scholarship holder from Madrid Academy of Arts for the Drawing Program.
In the past couple of years I have won many awards, exhibited my paintings in several group shows and have gathered accolades for my good work. Demonstrated live art demos in Universities, Schools, Cafes, Restaurants. My paintings have also found place in peoples’ creative spaces. I paint ordinary, mundane objects around me to make them extraordinary, peoples faces, postures to tell their stories and also have an exceptional taste in painting Landscapes for its serenity, boundaries and the context,
‘Every form of art is interactive. It is not the artist’s interpretation alone but the viewer’s perception that completes it’.
Languages Spoken:
- English, Hindi, Bengali & Oriya
Ayush Mishra
Personal profile:
An Assistant Professor of Fine Arts with a deep passion for visual arts and creative expression. I earned my Ph.D. in Fine Arts from Banaras Hindu University, specializing in Awadh and later Mughal paintings.
Since 2016, I have been actively engaged in photography practices and fine art research, exploring the intersections of artistic expression, visual storytelling, and contemporary art movements. My work has been exhibited both nationally and internationally, allowing me to share my artistic vision with diverse audiences.
Beyond academia, I am committed to fostering creativity and critical thinking through my teaching, research, and artistic practice. I actively seek opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations and innovative projects that push the boundaries of fine arts.
- Language: English
- Certifications:Yes
