Realistic Portrait with Graphite Pencil
A course by Diego Catalan Amilivia , Painter and Drawer
Joined November 2017
Learn the basics and technique to create realistic anatomical drawings
Learn the basics and technique to create realistic anatomical drawings
Joined November 2017
Painter and expert anatomy artist Diego Catalán is as passionate about realism as he is about fantasy and horror. His incredible portraits emerge from this eclectic mix as well as the inspiration he draws from the classical masters. Diego works with a range of techniques, but finds the greatest expression in graphite as it allows him to work in maximum detail and with an understanding of the light and structure of the human anatomy.
In this course, learn how to draw a realistic portrait in pencil using a model. Diego explains a wide range of technical concepts, from composition and the anatomy of the head, to modeling and adding texture. Discover all the skills you need to make your own realistic portrait with graphite.
What will you learn in this online course?
35 lessons & 27 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (5.1K)
- 147,086 students
- 35 lessons (9h 30m)
- 27 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · French · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Compose a realistic drawing with graphite pencil from a photograph of a real model.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Illustrators, drawers, designers, and anyone interested in doing realistic drawings with graphite pencils.
Requirements and materials
Basic drawing knowledge is necessary for this course.
In terms of materials, all you need is a pencil and some paper. An easel or board, a range of different grade pencils, an eraser, a stick, and a mirror are also recommended but not essential.
Reviews
A course by Diego Catalan Amilivia
Diego Catalán graduated in fine arts from the University of Salamanca with a major in painting and completed postgraduate studies at the Art Students League and at the National Academy of Design in New York. He has spent more than a decade combining his artistic work with the teaching of artistic anatomy at the Escuela Superior de Dibujo Profesional in Madrid.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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History of portrait, evolution and types - I
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History of the portrait, evolution and types - II
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U2
Materials and preparation
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Materials
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Choose your model
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The photo
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U3
The drawing
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Concepts of academic drawing - I
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Concepts of academic drawing - II
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The size, scale and composition
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Face proportions
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We draw the inside of the face
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Anatomy: Advanced skull, neck and shoulder osteology - I
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Anatomy: Advanced osteology of the skull, neck and shoulders - II
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Structure analysis: perspective and 3D shape - I
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Structure analysis: perspective and 3D shape - II
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Surface anatomy: facial features and muscles - I
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Surface anatomy: Factions and muscles of the face - II
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Surface anatomy: Factions and muscles of the face - III
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Introduction of the shadow 2D - I
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Introduction of the 2D shadow - II
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Introduction of the shadow 2D - III
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Introduction of the shadow 2D - IV
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U4
Modeling and texturing
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The physics of light - I
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The physics of light - II
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Modeling - I
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Modeling - II
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Modeling - III
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Modeling - IV
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Modeling - V
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Texturing and finishing touches - I
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Texturing and finishing touches - II
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Texturing and finishing touches - III
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Texturing and final touches - IV
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Texturing and final touches - V
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FP
Final project
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Realistic portrait with graphite pencil
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cesaryacare86
Excelente curso, me ha ayudado bastante a aprender fundamentos del dibujo del rostro y dibujo en general.
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robertinoboni
PlusDiego es muy bueno. este curso tambien.
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rodrigoperez3711
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frenos72
PlusHe realizado varios cursos en domestika y estoy encantado pero lo de Diego es otro nivel, el mejor curso con diferencia por profundidad, calidad, amplitud, claridad, etc.
No me pienso perder ni un curso de Diego, chapó!!
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oscar_ga7
Muy bien explicado
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