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Course Description

Artwork by Alyssa W.

Amplify your portrait skills by studying the anatomy of the human face and head. Study facial proportions and how they're influenced by attributes like age, gender and ethnicity. Analyze facial planes and tackle complex angles with confidence. Make use of light, shadow and edges to give the impression of a subject that exists in three dimensions. Keen observational drawing skills will support your ability to capture likeness and convey facial expressions. 

Take a fine arts approach to portraiture while completing drawing exercises. and material explorations. Drawing human subjects is universally applicable in an artistic context, too. Whether your goal is to become a portrait artist or comic book illustrator, this course will provide valuable and applicable skills.

Learner Outcomes

  • Understand the basic anatomy of the human head.
  • Strengthen observational drawing skills. 
  • Capture likeness and expression through portraiture. 

Prerequisites

Students must be 13-17 years of age.

Instructors

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Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jul 14, 2025 to Jul 18, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
  • RISD Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $340.00 Click here to get more information
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Model Fee $35.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 17, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 04, 2025 to Jul 10, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 14, 2025 to Jul 18, 2025
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.
Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jul 28, 2025 to Aug 01, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
  • RISD Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $340.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Model Fee $35.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 31, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 04, 2025 to Jul 24, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 28, 2025 to Aug 01, 2025
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.
Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

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