Portrait Workshop
Master the Art of Drawing the Human Face with a Live Model
Dates: Monday, 20th January & Wednesday, 22nd January 2026
Time: 10am - 12pm
Investment: $185 (All materials included)
Format: 2-Day Weekday Workshop
About This Workshop
Join us for an immersive two-day portrait workshop where you'll work from a live life model to master the art of drawing the human face. This is a rare and wonderful opportunity to develop your portrait skills with dedicated guidance and the invaluable experience of working from life.
There's something truly special about drawing from a live model that photographs simply cannot replicate - the three-dimensionality, the subtle plays of light and shadow, the energy and presence of a real person. This workshop gives you the time and space to truly observe and capture the human face.
What You'll Experience
We will have a live life model to work from over both of these sessions, providing you with authentic practice in:
- Facial Proportions: Understanding the structure and measurements of the human face
- Feature Placement: Learning where eyes, nose, mouth, and ears sit in relation to each other
- Capturing Likeness: Developing your ability to see and record individual characteristics
- Light and Shadow: Using tone to create dimension and form
- Expression and Character: Going beyond mere accuracy to capture personality
- Observational Skills: Training your eye to truly see what's in front of you
Your Choice of Medium
You will have charcoal and chalk pastel at your disposal, but if you want to use your own medium that is totally ok - this workshop is all about learning to draw the human face, regardless of your preferred materials.
Provided Materials:
- Quality drawing paper
- Charcoal (various grades)
- Chalk pastels
- Drawing tools and blending materials
Bring Your Own: If you prefer to work in graphite, conte, coloured pencils, or any other drawing medium, you're absolutely welcome to bring your own materials!
Workshop Structure
Over two comprehensive sessions, you'll have dedicated time to:
- Day 1: Understanding facial structure, proportion studies, and beginning your portrait work with the live model
- Day 2: Developing your portrait, refining features and details, and bringing your work to completion
The luxury of two sessions means you can take your time, make corrections, and really develop your skills without rushing.
The Value of Working from Life
Drawing from a live model offers irreplaceable benefits:
- Three-Dimensional Understanding: See form and structure in real space
- Natural Lighting: Observe how light naturally falls across features
- Authentic Observation: Train your eye without the distortion of photography
- Classical Training: Follow in the footsteps of the masters
- Engaged Learning: The presence of a model creates focus and energy
- Professional Practice: Experience how professional artists develop their skills
Perfect For
- Artists wanting to improve their portrait skills
- Those interested in figure and life drawing
- Students seeking classical art training
- Anyone who wants to work from a live model
- Artists at any level ready to challenge themselves
- Portrait enthusiasts looking to refine their technique
- Creatives seeking immersive, focused practice
Why This Workshop?
Portrait drawing is one of the most rewarding and challenging subjects in art. With a live model, dedicated instruction, and two full sessions to work, you'll make significant progress in your ability to capture the human face. Whether you're a beginner wanting to learn the fundamentals or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, this workshop provides the guidance and practice time you need.
Important Details
Booking Deadline: 31st December 2025
This ensures all materials arrive in time for our workshop.
Limited Numbers Do Apply
Limited numbers do apply so get in quick before it books out!
Ready to Draw from Life?
This is your opportunity to work with a live model in a supportive, focused environment. Whether you're new to portrait drawing or looking to take your skills to the next level, these two sessions will give you the practice, guidance, and inspiration you need.
Click HERE to book your spot, and I'll send you payment details and booking confirmation via email.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the workshop, materials, or what to expect, please don't hesitate to get in touch. I'm here to help!
All skill levels welcome. Come ready to observe, learn, and discover the beautiful challenge of capturing the human face