Week 8: Direct Light | New Masters Academy

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Instructor: Glenn Vilppu
Subjects: Drawing
Topics: Anatomy, Human Figure
Mediums: Charcoal Pencil, Pastel Pencil
Duration: 1h 47m 45s

In week eight, NMA master draftsman Glenn Vilppu will lecture on direct lighting and the rendering techniques for capturing this scenario. You will study how the Old Masters used direct lighting to depict forms and establish a mood within their work. Glenn will do a series of demonstrations to show you how he represents direct lighting on the figure.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.

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