Explore the basics of portrait drawing in this 2-day crash course for various levels of ability, featuring a live artists' model.
In this creative crash course spread, you will explore different ways of starting a drawing, the essentials of drawing features of the face and the importance of light and shadow, taking your cue from a clothed artists' model.
The session, run in partnership with Crystal Palace Artists’ Open House, is designed to be friendly, welcoming, and informal, with tuition by award-winning artist Jonny Kemp, who appeared on Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year 2023.
Saturday, 27th September 2025 | 10 - 12 pm
Warm-up
Use guidelines to get the correct angles and measurements
Sculpt features by looking at the planes of the face
Create a long portrait by the end of the session
Sunday, 28th September 2025 | 10 - 12 pm
Warm-up
Use tone/lights and darks to create form
Break down eyes, nose and mouth into simpler shapes
Create a long portrait by the end of the session
Drawing materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Personal assistants attend free. Email hello@packedlunch.org for details.
Tea and coffee included.
£42.00