Class Description
Master the Art of Drawing Hands with Ease in This Essential Pencil Drawing Class
Hands are one of the most expressive and complex elements of portrait art, yet they’re often seen as a daunting challenge for many artists. In this beginner class, you’ll practice shading hands realistically with simple, step-by-step techniques that make this notoriously tricky subject approachable.
As this is a beginner class we will not go into hand anatomy or the freehand sketching of hands, rather the techniques required to shade and render a realistic look of the hand.
What You’ll Learn in This Class:
🖐️ Skin Textures: Learn how to render skin texture, wrinkles, nails, and subtle tonal variations that add authenticity to your artwork.
✏️ Observing Light Effects: Learn how to spot and draw the subtle light effects found when light weaves between the fingers.
🎨 Master Shading Techniques: Explore shading methods to create depth and dimension, making your hands look lifelike and three-dimensional.
💡 Simple 3D Effect: Learn to draw a simple 3D effect that makes the hand look like it is an a sheet of paper.
Why This Class is a Must for Portrait Artists:
Hands are a vital feature in portraits, often conveying emotion, action, or personality. By learning how to draw hands effectively, you’ll not only overcome one of the most challenging aspects of art but also add a powerful new dimension to your drawings and paintings.
What’s Included:
🎥 Step-by-Step Video Demonstrations: Follow along as Nolan breaks down the drawing process in easy-to-follow lessons.
🎨 Practical Techniques: Apply what you learn through hands-on practice, building confidence with drawing shadings and texture.
🌟 On-Demand Access: Take the class at your own pace, revisiting techniques whenever you need.
By the end of this class, you’ll have the skills and confidence to draw hands realistically, making them a realistic part of your portraits and other artwork.
You Will Need
- Set of Pencils (2H, HB, B, 2B, 6B)
- Kneadable Eraser
- Soft Eraser
- Drawing Paper or Sketchbook
- Soft Lint Free Cloth