Aaron Sturla: Independent Drawing Project

Independent Drawing Project

Project Description:

You will be required to draw a portrait from observation 5 times a week until the due date for this project; totaling in 25 portraits.

Goals:

The goal of this assignment is to gain a better understand of proportions and the anatomy of the human face in hopes to better your ability to draw the human figure from observation.

Materials:

Explore any materials you feel would benefit your understanding of the human face. (dry and wet media are both welcomed)

Requirements:

Explore different time constraints, sizes and subject matter (do NOT only draw yourself and your friends) try going to a coffee shop and draw the person across the room. Explore both contour and value but not limiting yourself by having to use both in 1 drawing.  Finally, have fun.

Methods:

You must have 5 drawings a week meaning between Monday and Sunday you must have 5 completed drawings to document. Sign and date each one to show progress, this will be turned into a brief slide show.

Tips:

This projected is designed to benefit you. Do NOT wait until the night before to draw 25 portraits, it will be obvious and not be helping you in any way. If done correctly, you will be a far better portrait artist than you were before you started.

Due Date:

Thursday, May 3^rd. This will be a full critique day.