For whom: teenagers aged 12+, adults.
Duration: 2 hours
Objective: to teach participants how to convey volume, light, and shadow on small objects, developing their observation skills and realistic drawing techniques.
Master class program:
- Introduction to macro art
- Explanation of what macro art is and why details are important.
- Review of examples of still lifes and mini-compositions.
- Basics of light and shadow and building volume with pencil and charcoal.
- Preparing a mini still life
- Selecting and arranging small objects: fruit, flowers, toys.
- Discussing the composition and angle from which the drawing will be done.
- Working with materials
- Mastering pencils of different hardnesses and charcoal to convey volume.
- Using blending and erasing to create soft transitions and light.
- Techniques for texturing the surface of objects.
- Conveying volume and light
- Determining the light source and constructing shadows.
- Creating depth and perspective on a small object.
- Practical tips for detailing and finalizing the composition.
- Final work
- Completing a mini-painting, taking into account light, shadow, and details.
- Discussing the result, sharing impressions, and tips for independent practice.
What each participant will receive:
- A realistic mini-painting with conveyed volume and light and shadow.
- Skills in working with pencil and charcoal, blending, and textures.
- An understanding of the principles of light and volume that can be used in any art form.