Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques

A course by Sim Sim , Portrait Artist

Portrait Artist. Tarn-et-Garonne, France.
Joined June 2022

Master charcoal drawing. Forge your unique style and create a personal, atmospheric portrait from a photo.

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1,173 students
Audio: French, English
French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Master charcoal drawing. Forge your unique style and create a personal, atmospheric portrait from a photo.

Immerse yourself in the art of charcoal drawing with Sim Sim, who will take you on a creative journey to explore and master the creation of atmospheric scenes. You'll learn to combine technique and visual storytelling to create not just images, but emotionally charged and deeply expressive stories.

Charcoal, with its versatility and rich range of tones, will become your ally in capturing the essence of the moments you wish to eternalize.

Discover how to transform simple sketches into powerful, cinematic works of art, and how light and shadow can bring your artistic creations to life.

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What will you learn in this online course?

17 lessons & 17 downloads

The history of art
11 minutes, 5 seconds
Sketchbooks and travel notebooks
11 minutes, 13 seconds
The material
9 minutes, 19 seconds
Charcoal Drawing Methods
20 minutes, 20 seconds
First layer
11 minutes, 43 seconds
Forms
9 minutes, 15 seconds
  • 100% positive reviews (20)
  • 1,173 students
  • 17 lessons (2h 58m)
  • 17 additional resources (5 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: French, English
  • French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

The final project involves creating a complete artwork using charcoal that integrates both portrait elements and scenery, applying techniques of light and shadow to develop a rich and immersive narrative atmosphere.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

This course is designed for visual artists, art students, and anyone interested in deepening their knowledge and technique in charcoal drawing.

It's ideal for those looking to explore new forms of expression through portraiture and atmospheric composition.

Requirements and materials

You will need various types of charcoal, both natural and compressed, graphite pencils, kneadable and precision erasers, and blending brushes.

A high-quality sketch pad for charcoal drawing is also essential to achieve the best results.


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A course by Sim Sim

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Sim Sim is a renowned portrait artist specializing in the technique of charcoal drawing. With a career spanning over a decade, Sim has perfected his ability to capture and convey the intensity of light and shadow, imbuing each of his works with a strong sense of atmosphere and drama.

His works have been exhibited in cities such as Paris, Vienna, and Madrid, and he is preparing to take his art to Japan. Passionate about teaching, Sim aims to inspire his students to explore the rich texture and narrative possibilities of charcoal.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • My sources of inspiration
  • U2

    Finding your style

    • His own story
    • The medium
    • The history of art
    • Sketchbooks and travel notebooks
    • Personal data bank
  • U3

    Charcoal technique

    • The material
    • Taming the technique
    • Find a topic
    • Charcoal Drawing Methods
  • U4

    Project implementation

    • First layer
    • Lights and shadows
    • Forms
    • Details
  • U5

    Share and evolve!

    • Digitize and share your work
    • Draw, draw and draw again
  • FP

    Final project

    • Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques

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Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.

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Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques . Illustration course by Sim Sim

Introduction to Charcoal Drawing Techniques

A course by Sim Sim
Portrait Artist. Tarn-et-Garonne, France.
Joined June 2022
  • 100% positive reviews (20)
  • 1,173 students