Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques
Find a topic
A course by Sim Sim , Portrait Artist
About the video: Find a topic
Overview
“You will see how to find a subject, a story for your work, and how to represent it so that it is as faithful as possible to the initial idea. ”
In this video lesson Sim Sim addresses the topic: Find a topic, 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. we will see how to find a subject to draw. For my final project image. i selected one that aligns with a mood board inspired by my carway. I captured a brief scene using a camera. which I'll present to you shortly. This choice reflects the essence of my creative vision. As I demonstrated in the inspiration. i attempted to incorporate this idea. This blur effect was intended to evoke a memory-like quality. serving as the main selling point I envisioned And I also wanted the urban lights behind. to have this light effect with a path that gives a very organic side to the light....”
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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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