Do you like to sketch butyou’re not sure where tobegin with drawing portraits? Or perhaps you’re lookingfor that creative buzz you’ve been missing since 2019(I feel you!)
Learn to draw realistic faces like a pro in this 5-hour jam-packed workshop, covering all you need to know about sketching a detailed portrait from perfect proportions to feather-soft eyelashes.
You will leave with some simple yet impactful techniques for making your drawings look realistic. A fresh view on illustration (and how simple it can be!) and a beautiful piece of work you can take home and show off to your family & friends.
Everyone has the ability to learn illustration, you just need a little guidance! If you want to be able to draw a beautifully detailed face - this is the class you’ve been searching for.
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Through live demonstration,
we'll dig into:
- Drawing fine details: how easy it is to draw itty bitty realistic details
- Getting proportions spot-on: the simple way to perfectly outline a face
- Selecting the correct art tools to usefor outlining, detailing & blending
- Adding your individual creative flair:drawing in your own unique style
- My personal tips and tricks forthat pop-off-the-page effect!
What will you get?
- Staedtler Art Kit supplied: You will be completely decked out with all the drawing materials you will need to draw realistic beautiful artworks, and of course, it’s yours to keep!
- Lunch and all 👏 day 👏 coffee 👏 : Yep, you read that right. You will be totally fueled up for a day of art, creativity and great convo (gluten free & vegetarian options available)
- New pals and great convo! Naturally we get chatting during class, and it’s always great to hear other people’s creative stories or just have a laugh! I’m known to make a few jokes 😉
Limited tickets are available - I like to keep each class small so that every student gets individual guidance on their work.
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Testimonials
‘Vanessa's class was an absolute treat to attend. She was extremely personable and professional and would take the time to sit down with you whenever you needed help. I highly recommend the course to any who has drawn before and wants to learn some new techniques or if you're just wanting to learn from scratch.’
- Aneeta Nathan
‘Vanessa was such an amazing teacher and time honestly just flew by. Couldn't wait to get home and practice what I learnt in the class.’
- Sara Atkinson
‘Loved every minute - Vanessa was very down to earth, approachable and full of knowledge. Ended up going to the morning class and staying for the second as didn't want to miss a second! Fantastic, come back to Brisbane soon’
- Kari Steele
‘Vanessa is such an amazing artist. These sessions were so relaxing and lots of fun. Vanessa shares all her skills & tips to produce a fabulous piece of artwork. Having no idea about drawing , I am amazed at what I produced at each session. Highly recommend vanessa’s classes.’
- Maree Mullen
About your tutor:
Vanessa Vanderhaven is an ambitious illustration artist & graphic designer living in Melbourne's Surf Coast with her husband and very much alive plants (it's a miracle). Her art career began at the age of 19 after taking a drawing class during her fashion studies where she fell in love with realistic portrait work - fast track to today, she is working full-time as an illustrator & graphic designer as well as teaching others the fine art of realistic illustration.
Book your spot below, see you in class!
If you have any questions about the workshop please don’t hesitate to shoot me an email at hello@vanessavanderhaven.com!