Course Description
The charcoal blueprint
Course Title: Understanding charcoal art
Course Duration: Weekend Masterclass on the 3rd and 4th of May
Course description
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of charcoal art with this 2-day Masterclass in Charcoal Drawing. Perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike, this intensive course explores the versatility and depth of charcoal as a medium.
You’ll learn fundamental techniques such as shading, blending, and creating dynamic textures, while mastering the use of tools like charcoal sticks, pencils, and erasers. Discover how to work with light and shadow to bring life and emotion to your compositions.
With hands-on demonstrations, guided exercises, and personalized feedback, participants will develop the skills to create striking, high-contrast artworks. By the end of the course, you will complete a finished piece and gain the confidence to explore charcoal art independently.
Whether you’re looking to refine your craft or try something new, this masterclass will inspire and elevate your artistic journey.
Course Goals
- Master Charcoal Techniques: Learn foundational techniques such as shading, blending, and smudging to create depth and texture.
- Understand Tools and Materials: Gain knowledge about different types of charcoal (sticks, pencils, compressed, and vine) and their uses, as well as erasers and blending tools.
- Explore Light and Shadow: Develop an understanding of tonal values and how to create dynamic contrasts to add realism and drama to artwork.
- Build Confidence in Composition: Learn how to plan and execute balanced and expressive compositions using charcoal as the primary medium.
- Create a Finished Artwork: Complete a detailed charcoal drawing that demonstrates the skills learned during the masterclass.
- Develop Problem-Solving Skills: Learn how to fix mistakes, enhance highlights, and refine details in charcoal drawings.
- Foster Creativity and Expression: Encourage participants to develop their unique style and artistic voice through charcoal.
- Receive personalised Guidance: Benefit from individual critiques and feedback to help refine skills and enhance artistic growth.
Requirements
- Basic Drawing Experience (Optional): While no prior experience with ink is required, a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals is recommended.
- Materials will be provided.
- Openness to Experimentation: A willingness to explore and experiment with different techniques and approaches.
- Time Commitment: Full attendance for both days of the course to gain the most from the experience.
- Age Requirement 13+.
Time
- Saturday: 10am – 5pm (Lunch break inclusive)
- Sunday: 12pm – 6pm (Lunch break inclusive)