Portrait and Figure Drawing

          Module 1: Foundations of Portrait and Figure Drawing

Section 1: Introduction to Observation  
- Lesson 1: Observing Basic Shapes  
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Observing Basic Shapes from everyday objects  
- Lesson 2: Sketching Simple Outlines  
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Drawing simple outlines to capture overall form

Section 2: Basic Drawing Materials and Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Pencils, Paper, and Erasers  
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Recognizing essential art supplies  
- Lesson 2: Practicing Light Lines and Simple Strokes  
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using light strokes to begin sketches

Section 3: Introduction to Proportions  
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Basic Facial Proportions  
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning how the face is divided into sections  
- Lesson 2: Understanding Basic Figure Proportions  
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Exploring the relationships between head, torso, and limbs

Section 4: Basic Techniques in Value and Shading  
- Lesson 1: Learning About Light and Shadow  
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Observing how light affects simple forms  
- Lesson 2: Applying Simple Shading Techniques  
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Introducing basic shading to add depth

Section 5: Practicing Simple Portrait Sketches  
- Lesson 1: Drawing a Simple Face Outline  
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Combining shapes and proportions into a basic face  
- Lesson 2: Adding Basic Facial Features  
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Placing simple eyes, nose, and mouth onto the face outline


Module 2: Exploring Facial Features

Section 1: Understanding the Eyes  
- Lesson 1: Observing Basic Eye Shapes  
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Identifying the shape and form of eyes  
- Lesson 2: Drawing and Positioning Eyes  
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning how to place eyes within the face structure

Section 2: Discovering the Nose  
- Lesson 1: Basic Structure of the Nose  
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Breaking down the nose into simple geometric forms  
- Lesson 2: Shading and Simple Details of the Nose  
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Adding light shading to show volume

Section 3: Exploring the Mouth  
- Lesson 1: Basic Lip Shapes  
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Observing and drawing simple lip outlines  
- Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions Through the Mouth  
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Adjusting lip shape to suggest mood

Section 4: Learning About the Ears  
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Basic Ear Shapes  
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Observing the placement and form of ears  
- Lesson 2: Placing Ears in the Portrait  
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Positioning ears correctly relative to other features

Section 5: Combining Facial Features  
- Lesson 1: Arranging Eyes, Nose, and Mouth in Harmony  
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Practicing the placement of features on a simple face  
- Lesson 2: Drawing a Balanced Facial Layout  
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Refining alignments for a coherent portrait structure


Module 3: Expressive Qualities and Gestures

Section 1: Using Lines to Convey Expression  
- Lesson 1: Capturing Emotion with Simple Lines  
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning how different line qualities suggest mood  
- Lesson 2: Varying Line Weight for Expressive Effects  
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Experimenting with line thickness to add character

Section 2: Introducing Basic Facial Expressions  
- Lesson 1: Drawing a Happy Expression  
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Translating a cheerful mood through simple features  
- Lesson 2: Drawing a Sad Expression  
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Adjusting features to convey sadness in portraits

Section 3: Understanding Head and Body Gestures  
- Lesson 1: Simple Head Tilts and Angles  
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Observing subtle movements in head positions  
- Lesson 2: Basic Body Gestures in Figure Drawing  
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Incorporating gentle gestures into simple figure sketches

Section 4: Enhancing Expression with Shading  
- Lesson 1: Using Light and Shadow to Suggest Emotion  
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Adding shading to emphasize expressive features  
- Lesson 2: Minimalist Shading for Expressive Portraits  
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Applying basic shading without overcomplicating the drawing

Section 5: Guided Observational Practice  
- Lesson 1: Quick Gesture Sketches from Observation  
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Practicing fast sketches to capture movement and expression  
- Lesson 2: Refining Expressive Details Through Repetition  
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Repeating exercises to reinforce the basics of expression


Module 4: Mastering Proportions and Measurements

Section 1: Basic Guidelines and Measurements  
- Lesson 1: Using Simple Guidelines for the Face  
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning to draw light guidelines to position features  
- Lesson 2: Practical Measurement Techniques  
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Applying a pencil and simple markers to compare proportions

Section 2: Understanding Facial Symmetry  
- Lesson 1: Drawing Symmetrical Face Outlines  
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Practicing symmetry in basic face sketches  
- Lesson 2: Using Mirror Techniques for Practice  
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learning simple mirror drawing exercises to check balance

Section 3: Comparing and Adjusting Feature Sizes  
- Lesson 1: Proportions of the Eyes to the Face  
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Observing relative sizes of the eyes and face  
- Lesson 2: Balancing the Nose and Mouth  
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Measuring and adjusting the central features for harmony

Section 4: Drawing Different Face Angles  
- Lesson 1: Basics of a Front View Portrait  
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Practicing face drawing directly from the front  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to the 3/4 View  
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning simple techniques for an angled face

Section 5: Review and Practice of Proportions  
- Lesson 1: Revisiting Guideline Techniques  
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Using guidelines to review and correct proportions  
- Lesson 2: Combining All Proportional Elements in a Simple Sketch  
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Integrating measurement and symmetry in one cohesive drawing


Module 5: Full Portrait Composition and Figure Drawing

Section 1: Combining Facial Elements into a Portrait  
- Lesson 1: Planning a Full Portrait Layout  
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Arranging facial features using learned guidelines  
- Lesson 2: Sketching a Simple Composite Portrait  
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Creating a full portrait by combining individual features

Section 2: Introduction to Figure Structure  
- Lesson 1: Drawing Basic Body Outlines  
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning simple figure forms to support a portrait  
- Lesson 2: Simplifying Body Shapes for Beginners  
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practicing the reduction of complex figures into basic shapes

Section 3: Integrating Additional Details  
- Lesson 1: Adding Hair and Basic Clothing  
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Drawing essential features such as hair and simple garments  
- Lesson 2: Including Minimal Textural Details  
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using simple lines to suggest texture and form

Section 4: Establishing Depth Through Shading  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Shading Fundamentals  
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Applying shading to create a sense of depth in portraits  
- Lesson 2: Using Shading to Define Planes  
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning to enhance three-dimensionality through consistent shading

Section 5: Final Portrait Composition and Refinement  
- Lesson 1: Sketching a Complete Portrait from Start to Finish  
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Bringing together all learned fundamentals to create a full portrait  
- Lesson 2: Adding Finishing Touches and Self-Review  
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Finalizing the drawing with subtle details and reviewing overall balance