Fundamentals of Figure Drawing with Charcoal
A course by Mildred Hankinson , Artist and Instructor
Joined March 2022
Learn how to draw the human figure using charcoal by exploring sketching techniques to create a detailed, full-length portrait
Learn how to draw the human figure using charcoal by exploring sketching techniques to create a detailed, full-length portrait
Joined March 2022
Figure drawing offers us a way to represent the innate beauty of the human form in all its shapes and colors. Artist and instructor Mildred Hankinson uses charcoal pencils as a way to achieve this in an expressive and rhythmical style. She has over 90K followers on Instagram and has taught at numerous renowned art institutions in California since 2013, including Sadie Valeri Atelier.
In this online course, Mildred teaches you the fundamentals of figure drawing using charcoal. Learn how to develop a full-length portrait, combining lines, complex 3D shapes, and anatomical details. Explore the intricacies of the human body and portray it with elegance.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 16 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (146)
- 5,797 students
- 15 lessons (2h 44m)
- 16 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a full-length portrait, combining lines, 3D, and anatomical details.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in figure drawing.
Requirements and materials
You don’t need any specialist knowledge to take this course, but some basic drawing experience is recommended.
As for materials, you need:
- • Charcoal pencils and a sharpening blade
• Sandpaper and tissue paper
• A kneaded eraser
• Smooth newsprint paper
• Blending tools, like a tortillon (or your finger)
Reviews
A course by Mildred Hankinson
Mildred Hankinson is an artist and instructor from California, USA. She was working part-time as a secretary in a law firm when, in search of a more creative career, she left to focus on her true passion - art. She began teaching herself how to draw and paint, before going on to study fine art and illustration at the Academy of Art in San Francisco.
Since then, Mildred has taught at various renowned institutions throughout the Bay Area. She eventually opened her own studio and ventured into online teaching which is what she does today. Her workshops focus on all aspects of figurative art, from drawing and painting to working with digital tools.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparation
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Materials
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Drawing Guidelines
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The Model
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U3
Finding the Shape
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Gesture
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Shape
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Quick Sketch
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U4
Constructing the Form
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Basic Form
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Complex Form: Planes and Values
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Quick Sketch with Value
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U5
Adding Anatomy
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Anatomy
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Torso Study
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Final Demonstration 1
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Final Demonstration 2
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FP
Final project
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Fundamentals of Figure Drawing with Charcoal
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adrianoconti.des
Un bel corso per chi cerca un tipo di insegnamento accademico. L'insegnante è molto chiara e preparata.
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paoloftk
Very good teacher. Calm and clear, she explains the theory of figure drawing in a way that is easy to understand and practice.
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Ciekawy, dydaktyczny. Dobre wprowadzenie do rysunku ciała.
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carlos_williams
De todos los cursos este era el que buscaba. Sería bueno que Mildred siga grabando mas cursos.
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bena_1955
PlusCorso chiaro e preciso. esamina gli aspetti che portano alla realizzazione di un disegno di una modella dall'impostazione primaria alla definizione finale
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