Fundamentals of Figure Drawing with Charcoal
The Model
A course by Mildred Hankinson , Artist and Instructor
Joined March 2022
About the video: The Model
Overview
“Now you'll learn how to work with and pose a model, as well as avoid common pitfalls when using reference photos.”
In this video lesson Mildred Hankinson addresses the topic: The Model, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fundamentals of Figure Drawing with Charcoal. Learn how to draw the human figure using charcoal by exploring sketching techniques to create a detailed, full-length portrait.
Partial transcription of the video
“In the last lesson, We learned about some basic drawing guidelines. And in this lesson, we're going to be learning all about how to work with and pose and photograph the model. So I'd first like to discuss how to work with a live model, even though I know for a lot of people, this is something that is difficult or maybe impossible to do. But I prefer working with a live model if I can. And I think it's a really important skill to be able to look at the model and guide the model, pose the model, and to know what to look for when you're attending a figure drawing group, whether or not you hav...”
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Course summary for: Fundamentals of Figure Drawing with Charcoal
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Drawing, Figure Drawing, Fine Arts, Realistic Drawing

Mildred Hankinson
A course by Mildred Hankinson
Mildred Hankinson is an artist and instructor from California, USA. She was working part-time as a secretary in a law firm when, in search of a more creative career, she left to focus on her true passion - art. She began teaching herself how to draw and paint, before going on to study fine art and illustration at the Academy of Art in San Francisco.
Since then, Mildred has taught at various renowned institutions throughout the Bay Area. She eventually opened her own studio and ventured into online teaching which is what she does today. Her workshops focus on all aspects of figurative art, from drawing and painting to working with digital tools.
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