This course is ideal for learners who already know basic drawing and want to take the next step into realistic sketching and shading. It builds confidence in observing shapes, light, depth, and textures while improving control and technique.
What You Will Learn
In this course, you will develop the foundational skills needed to sketch accurately and shade with confidence. You’ll learn to understand light, build form, and give your drawings realistic dimension.
Fundamentals Covered
Understanding tonal values
Direction and impact of light
Proportions & referencing techniques
Object composition and placement
Perspective: eye-level, above, and below eye-line
Texture shading techniques
Background shading importance
Art Forms Included:
Fruits & vegetables
Wood textures
Stainless steel & metallic objects
Paper textures
Flowers & organic forms
Glass objects
Cloth folds & fabric texture
Multiple texture compositions
Landscapes & scenery
Buildings & interior spaces
How You’ll Learn
Shading techniques and textures are introduced step by step, starting with simple forms and gradually moving to complex compositions. Each class offers guided demonstration, practice, and feedback so you can understand how to observe light, build tones, and create believable depth in your sketches. The approach encourages careful observation, patience, and thoughtful improvement throughout the course.
Course Highlights
This course focuses on sharpening your eye and hand for realistic shading. Students learn to see values, understand light direction, and use shading to create depth and life in their artwork. With consistent practice and supportive guidance, you’ll become comfortable drawing real objects, capturing textures, and building compositions that feel natural and convincing.
