Master the Human Form: Figure & Portrait Drawing Workshop

Late March | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Art Echo Studio, Melbourne

This full-day drawing workshop is designed to build strong foundational skills in both figure movement and portrait structure.

Working with a clothed model, participants will develop observational accuracy, confidence in proportion, and a deeper understanding of form.

The day is divided into two focused sessions:

Figure Gesture & Proportion

• Quick dynamic sketches
• Capturing movement and weight
• Understanding proportion and body structure
• Simplifying complex forms into strong shapes

This session trains your ability to capture the overall energy and posture of the figure — fast, confident and accurate.

Portrait Drawing for Oil Painting Preparation

• Head structure and facial proportion
• Light and shadow modelling
• Capturing likeness
• Building tonal depth

This session focuses on preparing students for oil portrait painting by strengthening drawing accuracy and structural understanding.

A strong drawing foundation is essential before moving into paint.

All materials are provided.
The studio will supply:

• Drawing paper
• Charcoal sticks

Students do not need to bring any tools.

• Beginners wanting structured training
• Artists preparing for oil portrait painting
• Students building portfolio skills
• Anyone wanting to improve observational drawing

All levels welcome.

Art Echo is a Melbourne-based contemporary art platform dedicated to professional art education and strong foundational training.

We believe disciplined drawing is the backbone of powerful painting.

• Full-day workshop (includes both sessions)
• Small group size for personalised guidance
• Please arrive 10 minutes early

Limited spots available.

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Host or Publisher Art Echo Gallery