Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques
Forms
A course by Sim Sim , Portrait Artist
About the video: Forms
Overview
“You will be interested in the main shapes that make up the image, and especially the focal point of the drawing which is the most important part in a drawing. ”
In this video lesson Sim Sim addresses the topic: Forms, 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 now move on to shapes and focus on the profocal. which is the portrait. Initially. i realized I missed a minor step here. which is adding this tiny light. an essential detail in the The more pressure you exert with your stump. the greater the amount of charcoal released. creating a effect. Using the fixative enhances and solidifies the core values. ensuring they remain strong. I'll utilize a smaller blending tool to sculpt the intricate details with precision and care. Having established the shapes. we are ready to proceed to the subsequent phase. In the following le...”
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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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