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Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

Unlock the secrets of portraiture at The Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art. Discover the art of constructing the face, mastering proportions, and understanding the intricacies of the human skull. Develop your drawing skills and gain newfound confidence in capturing the essence of the human form.

  • All levels
  • 17 and older
  • $35
  • 117 57th St., Brooklyn, NY
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this drawing class:

Sign up to finally learn the basics of portraiture! Students will study how to accurately construct the face, master proportions, identify the bones and major planes of the skull, along with basic facial features. This will be achieved through drawing, lecture, and demonstration. 

Walk away with new confidence and a better understanding of portraiture. Good for any level of experience. 

Refund Policy

No refunds will be given.

  • Kindly give 4 business days notice of cancellation prior to start of class.
  • If you cannot attend a class session we are always happy to honor the payment and work with you to find an alternative make up date.
  • We will only allow one reschedule request per student. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate a second reschedule request. If you do not attend the original scheduled class or the make up date, a refund will not be given.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at The Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art (143)

(4.9-star rating across 143 reviews)
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Anonymous review on 11/20/2023
    I can't say enough about how amazing my first class was. James was extremely friendly, intelligible, and genuinely dedicated to helping me exceed. I left the class feeling motivated and excited to learn more.
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Reviewed by Alex C. on 7/17/2023
    Knowledgeable instructor and intimate and friendly environment.
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Anonymous review on 7/11/2023
    Really thorough informative class that is tailored to your skill level. I learned so much in the few hours of class and left energized and motivated to continue learning more. The instructor’s passion is contagious! Can’t wait to come back.
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Anonymous review on 6/29/2023
    A fascinating and informative class! James takes his time to cater to the needs of his students and is enthusiastic about sharing his vast knowledge. Overall, a wonderful experience!
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Reviewed by Cynthia G. on 5/30/2023
    Fantastic class. I learned more in this one class than all my years taking art growing up. Highly recommend.
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Reviewed by Hajra Heidi B. on 5/28/2023
    What an amazing class! The space was so cool and the students were super kind to eachother. James (the professor) was incredible. He was so supportive and had amazing tips to gain accuracy in my portrait drawing class. I can't wait to go back. This place is way more than just an art class; it's a school, a community, and a safe haven for all those lovers of art. Highly recommend. ❤️
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Reviewed by Anna Christina M. on 5/17/2023
    I traveled from Denmark to take part in this class. It was a fantastic class with James. It was very inspiring and I learned a lot. I can absolutely recommend it.
  • Accelerated Portraiture Drawing

    Reviewed by Erin M. on 3/21/2023
    This class was amazing! The space is really cool and relaxing. The teacher, James is super knowledgeable. Overall, would highly recommend to anyone into/ trying to get back into drawing.
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    Reviewed by Silvia G. on 8/7/2023
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    Reviewed by Michele H. on 4/27/2023
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Students at Accelerated Portraiture Drawing speak highly of the informative and tailored classes that accommodate varying skill levels. Many report gaining extensive knowledge from the classes, with some saying they learned more in a single session than they had previously throughout years of art education. The classes are praised for being fascinating and thorough, with the course's instructor, James, particularly commended for his passion, vast knowledge, and instructional support. Students not only gain technical skills in portraiture drawing, but also feel part of an artistic community. They found the learning space to be cool, relaxing, and inspiring, serving as more than just an art class but also a refuge for art lovers. Even students who have travelled from other countries to attend the class highly recommend it based on the quality of experience and education they received. Quotes: 1. "The instructor’s passion is contagious! Can’t wait to come back." 2. "I learned more in this one class than all my years taking art growing up." 3. "This place is way more than just an art class; it's a school, a community, and a safe haven for all those lovers of art."

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Question from Anna Christina M.
Hello. Is there anything we should bring to class?
Answer from Kristle C. CourseHorse StaffCourseHorse Staff
Nope, just yourself and your enthusiasm for learning! :)
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