Improve Your Portraits: Drawing the Features of the Face in Pencil - Yateley Library - Saturday 7th February 2026 - 10.00am

Improve Your Portraits: Drawing the Features of the Face in Pencil

Yateley Library

Saturday 7th February 2026

10.00am to 1.00pm

A course covering drawing the features of the face (eyes, nose, mouth and ears) that is suitable for all levels. Learn how to look more carefully at your subject in order to draw more realistically.

The course provides a supportive environment for to develop your drawing using graphite pencils and give you the confidence to develop your own work.

Learning Goals:

• Draw eyes, nose, mouth and ears in pencil using the correct proportions
• Use tone effectively to show three-dimensionality when drawing facial features
• Identify how a mindful and focused task like portrait drawing reduces stress and promotes a sense of achievement
• Use the knowledge you have gained on drawing faces to establish regular sketchbook drawing as a mindful and relaxing art activity

Who is this course for: This course is aimed at those with a little painting experience, but it is suitable for all levels of ability and experience

Previous knowledge or experience: Learners with some experience in oils or in painting will feel more confident, but beginners are welcome. The tutor will email before the course starts to ask about experience level

How will I learn: You will learn through demonstration, practical art exercises and class discussion

How will I be assessed: You will receive encouragement and constructive feedback throughout the sessions

What shall I bring: Materials list provided a week prior to the course. Please contact learninginlibraries@hants.gov.uk if you require the list sooner

Next steps: Local art groups and classes, other art classes available through Hampshire Learning in Libraries

Refunds: If a learner decides to withdraw from a course before a course begins, the following charges should be made:

• 21 working days or more before course starts a full refund will be issued
• 7 - 20 working days before course starts a £10 admin fee will be charge
•  Less than 7 working days before the course starts no refund will be made

If you have limited mobility which could affect your ability to safely self-evacuate, please let us know when booking.

You will be contacted by a member of the learning in Libraries team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.

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