Drawing and Painting the Face

Explore the structure, character, and expression of the human face in this FREE hands-on figure drawing workshop

Drawing and Painting the Face with Pam Giarratana

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Explore the structure, character, and expression of the human face in this FREE hands-on figure drawing workshop with artist Pam Giarratana. In this two day workshop, you’ll work from live instruction, building skills in proportion, light, and color through drawing and painting exercises.

 

Please note: This is a two day workshop. The class will meet from 9am to noon on both Friday, October 2nd and Saturday, October 3rd. By signing up, you are committing to two days.  Artists are requested to bring sketching materials. All other materials will be provided.

 

Class Schedule:

Day 1: Drawing from a live model with black, white and sanguine charcoal pencils on toned paper

Day 2: Working from reference photos in both paint and dry medium

 

This workshop supports the Gaston County Museum’s mission to connect our community with art, history, and education. All experience levels are welcome—whether you’re refining your portrait work or picking up new techniques for the first time. This workshop was made possible with generous support through a Grassroots Grant from the Gaston County Art Council.