Charting Your Drawing Journey
Follow a thoughtfully structured progression that gradually builds your artistic foundation. Our curriculum guides you from simple line work to confident self-expression using proven teaching approaches.
Learning Modules Breakdown
Each module builds on what you’ve learned previously while introducing new concepts. Plan to spend about three weeks on each module, allowing time for practice and skill absorption.
Foundational Lines & Simple Shapes
We begin with mastering pencil control. You’ll discover how different grips influence line quality and practice creating steady, consistent strokes. Basic geometric forms will serve as your building blocks.
- Controlling Line Thickness
- Geometric Constructions
- Hand–Eye Coordination
Lighting and Shadow Principles
Light makes objects appear three-dimensional on flat paper. You’ll study how light behaves and practice creating convincing shadows using various shading techniques.
- Value Scales
- Cast Shadows
- Form Shadows
- Reflected Light
Basics of Perspective
Objects appear smaller as they recede. This module covers one-point and two-point perspective, helping you draw believable spaces and forms.
- Horizon Lines
- Vanishing Points
- Foreshortening
- Spatial Relationships
Proportional Rendering
Getting proportions right makes drawings look credible. You’ll learn measurement techniques and practice observing relationships between different parts of your subject.
- Comparative Measurement
- Negative Space
- Grid Methods
- Visual Triangulation
How We Track Your Progress
Assessment isn’t about grades — it’s about understanding where you stand and where you’re headed. We use multiple methods to help you see your development and identify areas for focused practice.
Portfolio Reviews
Every four weeks, we sit down together to review your recent work. These conversations help identify patterns in your growth and highlight breakthroughs you may have missed.
Hands-On Skill Assessments
Short, targeted exercises that let you demonstrate specific techniques. Think of them as friendly challenges—can you create smooth gradations? Draw a cube in perspective? They help us both gauge your technical progress.
Peer Review Sessions
Sometimes other students notice details instructors miss. These structured group discussions teach you to analyze artwork constructively while gaining fresh perspectives on your own work.
Self-Reflective Projects
You’ll document your artistic journey through written reflections and comparative studies. This metacognitive approach helps you become aware of your own learning process and artistic choices.