Portrait Drawing Classes
One and a half hour private one-to-one lessons are available during weekdays and some evenings during the winter months in his new studio in Foxrock, Dublin 18. During lockdown all classes will be via ZOOM.
The aim of the course is to give participants at all levels of ability, the methods and techniques to create a lifelike portrait including the theory and practice to add depth, volume, atmosphere and life to portrait drawings. You will learn how to render realistic hair and create complex textures like skin with a layering approach, tonal value relationships, drawing details and working with different kinds of contrast to achieve a balanced visual interest. Participants will draw from a detailed photograph during the classes and the skills learned can be used in the future for drawing any subject matter. 

On the final day, you will take away your finished portrait, fully framed and ready for hanging. The tuition fee for the full course is €350 and your place can be secured with a €50 deposit refundable up to a week prior to the start of the course. The balance must be paid a week in advance of the start.

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Key features:

• 1.5 hour private lessons available during the week and some evenings in winter months
• Theory and practical advice on creating a highly realistic portrait from a photographic reference supplied​
• Suitable for all adults - beginners to advanced
• Everything supplied - just bring range of pencils and ruler
• ​Tuition fee for 6 classes is €350 payable in advance to secure place
• To book contact Alan on 086 2552418  email alan@aka.ie​
• Occasional weekend workshops will take place on Saturdays & Sundays from 10.am-5pm in the Cellar Studio of the United Arts Club in the heart of Georgian Dublin

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Drawing Course FAQ's
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• I'm on holidays during two weeks of the course?
  • ​You can either book another time as there'll be additional courses during the year. Alternatively I can arrange notes for you to catch up in your spare time
• What if I miss a class?
  • ​You will receive detailed notes and personal instructions to catch up on your own time
• I'm not great at drawing, are you sure I'll be able to manage the course?
  • ​The whole purpose of the course is that the techniques can be easily applied by adults at all levels of ability​
• Can I give the course as a gift to someone else?
  • ​Yes of course. Gift Vouchers can be arranged​
• I have a question not answered here?
  • Drop me an email alan@aka.ie or call me on 086 2552418