Presented by Lakesha M. Calvin
Join artist Lakesha M. Calvin for an exciting portrait-drawing workshop! Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience with sketching, this workshop will teach you how to render the human face with confidence and creativity. We will explore the fundamentals of portraiture, from understanding facial proportions to learning shading techniques. Discover how to express personality and emotion in your portraits, and experiment with different materials like pencils, charcoal, and blending tools to find your unique style. By the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away with a finished portrait and the skills to continue improving your drawing process.
Key Takeaways:
- Techniques for drawing facial proportions and features
- Tips on shading, texture, and adding expression
- Step-by-step guidance on creating lifelike studies and drawings
- Confidence in your drawing process
About the Instructor
Lakesha M. Calvin is was born and raised in Nashville and honed her skills early on in Metro Nashville Public Schools. After leaving Nashville, she earned her undergraduate degree at Washington University in St. Louis and master’s degrees from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in painting and from Lipscomb University in education. Calvin serves as discipline coordinator and assistant professor in Fisk University’s art department and coordinates volunteer opportunities and educational experiences in the Carl Van Vechten Gallery. Her work has been shown in Nashville at the Centennial Arts Center, Fisk University’s Carl Van Vechten Gallery, the Parthenon, Tennessee State University, and Vanderbilt University’s Black Cultural Center, as well as in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. “At the center of my work are ideas of identity, memory, and belonging,” she emphasizes. “I explore color and form through landscapes of figures, layered collages and the texture of sculpture.”
