Ages 13-15
Teaching Goals
master realistic drawing techniques
understand anatomy basic and higher-level proportions
develop strong shading and contrast control
learn perspective
become confident with charcoal
develop personal artistic style and independence
build portfolio- ready artworks
What students Learn
realistic sketching with accuracy
advanced light and shadow
perspective
face and body proportion
anatomy basics for artists
advanced charcoal technique
color theory for older beginners
composition and storyline
portfolio building
lesson structure
lesson 1 : light theory + advanced values
lesson 2: shading 3D forms (high realism)
lesson 3: realistic still-life (complex objects)
lesson 4: perspective (buildings, streets)
lesson 5: face proportions
lesson 6: realistic eyes, nose, lips, hair
lesson 7: anatomy basics (torso, limbs, movement)
lesson 8: charcoal shading+ blending technique
lesson 9: charcoal portrait (full face)
lesson 10: color pencil techniques
lesson 11: composition and storytelling
lesson 12: final artwork (portfolio standard)
parents can book as many lessons per week as they prefer
tools
graphite pencils (2B, 4B)
charcoal pencil + eraser
a3 sketchbook
professional colored pencils
Outcome
students gain the skill and confidence to create realistic drawings, understand anatomy, use charcoal professionally, and begin forming a personal artistic identity.