How to Draw Girl with Pearl Earring

b Class Description

Join me in this real-time pencil drawing class as we recreate the timeless beauty of Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring. In this simplified yet elegant version of the classic painting, you’ll learn how to capture the softness and intrigue of the original while developing essential portrait skills in pencil.

During the Class You Will Learn:

🖌️ How to draw smooth, even skin textures without patchiness
👗 How to suggest fabric folds and texture without overworking the drawing
🧠 How to adapt classical artworks to your own drawing style and preferences
🗒️ How to leave out unnecessary elements (like dark backgrounds) for a cleaner composition
🕶️ How to use subtle value shifts to model realistic forms
🔍 How to bring focus to the face and iconic earring using contrast and edge control

Tools for Success:

🎥 Real-Time Step-by-Step Instruction: Follow every pencil stroke at your own pace
🖼️ Classical Inspiration with Modern Technique: Learn timeless skills while working in a relaxed, approachable style
📥 Downloadable Reference Image: Print-ready version of the artwork for easy setup

Whether you’re new to portraits or want to add a classical piece to your portfolio, this project offers a perfect blend of tradition and technique with the freedom to make it your own.

Join the class today and bring this iconic masterpiece to life in graphite!