Master the face in four weeks — one line at a time.

Want to draw portraits that actually look like people? This four-week course is here to help you understand the structure of the human face — and give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to draw it like a pro.

You’ll work with a variety of materials including pencil and charcoal, and each session will focus on a specific element of portrait drawing: structure, features, proportion, light and shadow, expression, and more.

Each class includes a short demo & discussion, followed by guided exercises — first from photo reference, and in the final week, you’ll draw from a live model right in the Studio.

✏️ What to Expect

A deep dive into portrait drawing fundamentals — over 4 evening sessions

• Explore different media: pencil, charcoal, pastel, and sanguine
• Learn facial construction, anatomy, gesture & expression
• Weekly drawing exercises from reference images
• A full live model session in the final class
• Feedback, support & gentle critique throughout
• All levels welcome (though some drawing experience helps!)

🎒 What’s Included

• All materials (paper, drawing tools, boards, etc.)
• Studio use & storage for your artworks
• Live model posing in week 4
• Individual guidance and instructor feedback

Just bring your curiosity and a positive attitude — we’ll take care of the rest!

💡 What You’ll Learn

• Basic face construction: skull shapes, symmetry, planes
• Drawing key features: eyes, nose, mouth, ears, hair
• Shading and light techniques to create depth
• Proportions, structure & expression
• How to capture personality — not just likeness

🎯 Is This Course Right for Me?

If you’ve done our Introduction to Drawing Course, or have basic drawing experience, this is your next step. You’ll build a strong foundation for portraiture and grow your skills week by week.

Even experienced artists will benefit from focused exercises and live model practice. For more advanced students, join our studio sessions for more independent, project-based learning.

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• Arrival: Please come 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates.
• Storage: We’ll safely store your creations between classes and package them nicely at the end of the course.
• Keep practicing: Learning doesn’t stop when class ends. We recommend joining our studio sessions to continue growing in a supportive, creative community.

🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips, Snacks & Hellos

We like to start things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll celebrate the beginning of your creative journey with a complimentary welcome drink. Choose from:

• A soft drink or hot drink
• A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
• Or our rotating Cocktail of the Week

You can also upgrade to one of our signature drinks, mocktails, or smoothies for just CHF 5–9.

🍴 Feeling peckish?

Our Creative Café offers a delicious à la carte menu during class sessions — think wraps, salad bowls, finger foods, and light snacks — perfect for staying energized while you create. Extra drinks are available at standard menu prices.