Pen & Ink Portrait Drawing: Cross Hatching Course

Unlock the beauty of portraiture through the precision and depth of cross-hatching.



5 x 105 mins

Class size 1 on 1 (public classes), 1 to 5

  $140 (Afterpay available)

Sydney
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Art
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Drawing Gifts
This course offers the most effective and traditional techniques of portrait sketching, focusing on Cross Hatching. Open to beginners and intermediate learners, participants will learn about the materials, techniques, and processes involved in layering and composing a portrait.
Contents:
Fundamentals of Portrait Drawing
Understanding facial proportions
Key elements of portrait structure
Application of Effective Lines in Art
Creating depth and form through line work
Controlling line weight for emphasis
Pen & Ink and Wash Techniques
Exploring various tools and materials
Combining ink with wash for texture and depth
Cross Hatching Process
Building form through layers of cross-hatching
Creating tone and contrast using intersecting lines
Negative and Positive Space
Balancing composition by understanding space
Enhancing the impact of portraits through spatial awareness
Participants will develop a solid foundation in traditional portrait sketching, master the use of cross-hatching for depth and texture, and gain confidence in combining materials to create expressive and well-composed portraits.


Knowledge required
Minimum drawing
 
What you'll get
pen & paper
 
What to bring
Pen and ink, paper/sketchbook, watercolour brush
 
Session repeats

This class series runs over 5 consecutive days.

Location

1D Eulda Street, Belmore NSW

yen minuites walking distence from belmore railway station, close to lekemba market

Your teacher can also travel within 20 kms of Belmore, to a venue of your choice for a private class

Pen & Ink Portrait Drawing: Cross Hatching Course location
Your teacher

Arafat Hosen
Arafat Hosen


I am Arafat Hosen, an artist and educator with fourteen years of teaching experience. My passion lies in teaching, sharing skills and stories, and connecting with people from diverse backgrounds.
Plein air painting is one of my favorite practices, allowing me to explore the beauty of nature through watercolor. I see watercolor as a reflection of the mind—fluid, unpredictable, and ever-changing. Rather than controlling it, I embrace the experience, observing how colors blend and interact. Similarly, drawing is a fundamental part of my creative journey, where I find strength and expression.
Currently, I teach at Sydney Community College and WEA Sydney, offering fundamentals of drawing and watercolor painting courses for beginners and intermediate learners. I also conduct live demonstrations at various art communities across Australia.
In my classes, I encourage students to explore and experiment, helping them build confidence in their artistic skills. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your techniques, I am confident that you will enjoy my class and leave with a deeper understanding of watercolor and drawing.have been consistently high.

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