Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques
Taming the technique
A course by Sim Sim , Portrait Artist
About the video: Taming the technique
Overview
“In this lesson I will teach you all the basics of drawing: proportion, value, outline. ”
In this video lesson Sim Sim addresses the topic: Taming the technique, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques . Master charcoal drawing. Forge your unique style and create a personal, atmospheric portrait from a photo..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. i'll show you how I personally apply charcoal. First. i will show you how to apply charcoal powder. Using charcoal powder enables you to swiftly cover the paper with a broad spectrum of gray shades. This technique allows you to efficiently eliminate the white areas from the paper surface. I will now take the brush and dip it into the powder I just made. ready to apply it to the paper. and I will gather as much excess as possible. When my brush is fully loaded with paint. i begin carefully applying strokes to the paper. Here. i use a large brush to cover as much surface as po...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques
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Drawing, Sketchbook, Sketching
Sim Sim
A course by Sim Sim
Sim Sim is a renowned portrait artist specializing in the technique of charcoal drawing. With a career spanning over a decade, Sim has perfected his ability to capture and convey the intensity of light and shadow, imbuing each of his works with a strong sense of atmosphere and drama.
His works have been exhibited in cities such as Paris, Vienna, and Madrid, and he is preparing to take his art to Japan. Passionate about teaching, Sim aims to inspire his students to explore the rich texture and narrative possibilities of charcoal.
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