6 Week Portraiture Course

Learn to draw amazing portraits from award winning artist. No experience necessary.



6 x 2 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests       £225 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Join us for a captivating drawing class in Glasgow where you will learn how to create striking portraits using graphite and charcoal. In this 6-week workshop led by Scottish Portrait Award finalist Sarmed Mirza, presented by Sarmed Art Studio in collaboration with SAN TV Studios, you will delve into the world of portraiture and develop professional techniques to bring your subjects to life.
  • Discover how to observe and measure facial features accurately
  • Build a solid foundation in light, shadow, and tonal harmony
  • Explore the art of shading and blending effectively
  • Gain insights into composition and expression
Throughout the course, Sarmed will guide you in mastering proportion, shading, and tonal control to create realistic portraits from photographs. You will unravel the mysteries of achieving accurate likeness and values, enabling you to confidently transfer your vision onto paper.
Immerse yourself in a calm and supportive learning environment where you can sharpen your drawing skills and gain confidence in your artistic abilities. By the end of the workshop, you will not only have a refined graphite or charcoal portrait to take home but also renewed confidence and a newfound appreciation for the art of portraiture.
What you'll get
  • Tailored lessons to your skill level and artistic goals.
  • Guidance on choosing references, materials, and setting up projects.
  • Learn techniques in graphite, charcoal, and oil/acrylic painting.
  • Guidance in choosing a reference from your own images (friends and family are great subjects) or provide you with one that you can also later sell if you so wish, while providing personalised feedback to help you progress.
  • Tea, coffee and biscuits.
Knowledge required
Beginner friendly
What to bring
All materials provided
Session repeats

This class series runs over 6 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Father's Day gift or gift for couples.

Location

Glasgow

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Your teacher

Sarmed Mirza
Sarmed Mirza

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Meet Sarmed: Artist, Teacher, and Creative Guide
I have dedicated my life to creativity, from writing and film to visual arts, with a journey marked by exploration and growth. Trained in classical realism at an atelier, I developed a deep appreciation for light, form, and technique. This foundation has led to recognition at the Paisley Art Institute (award winning), the Scottish Portrait Awards (finalist), the John Moores Painting Prize (second stage), and exhibitions both in the UK and abroad.
As a teacher, I blend structure with freedom. In my Drawing and Painting 101 to Advanced classes you will build solid foundations and surprise yourself with quick progress. In the popular Pour Painting class, students enjoy the playful flow of colour. In my six week Portraiture course, I guide students step by step from fundamentals to advanced realism.
My approach combines technical precision with an intuitive style, helping students find both joy and personal meaning in their art. Whether you are drawn to realism, abstract painting, or pour techniques, I create a supportive space for growth.
Join me to explore, experiment, and discover what is uniquely yours in art.

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