Student sketching detailed human portrait during art class
AU$379.00
Next: Mon, 27 Apr 6:30PM (AEST)

Portraiture Drawing for Beginners


Learn to draw and sketch with our drawing short courses in Sydney! Whether you're new to drawing or have some experience, this Portraiture Drawing Course will help you develop essential skills to bring human faces to life on paper.

The human face is endlessly expressive. In this course, you'll explore the anatomical structure of the face, various drawing techniques, and observational skills, while also working with a life model during multiple sessions. With expert guidance, you'll deepen your understanding of portraiture and human connection through art.

Course Outline

  • Geometric equivalents of the head, neck, and shoulders
  • Light and shadow to create 3D forms
  • Monochromatic colour, facial features, and expressive hands

Schedule & Pricing

  • Upcoming sessions start: 27 April 2026 and 31 August 2026
  • Each course runs weekly from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Total cost: $379
  • Location: Sydney Community College, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039

Additional Information

  • Closed-in shoes required
  • Please wear old clothes; long hair should be tied back
  • Get a 15% discount when you enrol in two or more drawing courses at checkout

Details

2 hours 30 minutes

You will learn

  • Understand the anatomical structure of the human face
  • Develop different drawing and observational techniques
  • Set up live models to capture expression and posture effectively

You will get

  • Expert tuition and feedback during class
  • Practice with live models to enhance realism
  • Participation in a structured portrait drawing curriculum

Appropriate for

Beginners and students with some drawing experience


Preparation

What to bring

  • Option to purchase a materials kit during enrolment
  • Or bring your own materials as per the provided list
  • Wear old clothes and closed-in shoes

What to wear

Wear old clothes and closed-in shoes


Your Teacher

Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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