Global Certificate in Illustrative Figure Composition

• Figure Proportions: Understanding and drawing the human figure in proper proportions is essential for creating accurate and believable illustrations. This unit will cover the basics of figure proportion, including the use of simple shapes and landmarks to help guide the drawing process. • Perspective: This unit will teach students how to use linear perspective to create a sense of depth and three-dimensionality in their illustrations. Students will learn about one-, two-, and three-point perspective and how to apply these concepts to their figure compositions. • Anatomy: A strong understanding of human anatomy is crucial for creating realistic and expressive figure illustrations. This unit will cover the major muscle groups and bones of the human body, as well as how they move and work together. • Figure Composition: This unit will focus on the principles of figure composition, including the use of positive and negative space, balance, and harmony. Students will learn how to arrange their figures in a visually pleasing and dynamic way, taking into account the overall design and layout of their illustration. • Gesture Drawing: Gesture drawing is a quick and expressive way of capturing the movement and energy of the human figure. This unit will teach students how to use loose, fluid lines and basic shapes to create dynamic and engaging gesture drawings. • Costume and Clothing: This unit will cover the basics of drawing clothing and costumes on the human figure. Students will learn about the different types of fabrics and how they drape and fold, as well as how to create historically and culturally accurate costumes. • Light and Shadow: Understanding how light and shadow work is essential for creating realistic and believable figure illustrations. This unit will cover the basics of shading and highlighting, as well as how to use light and shadow to create depth and form. • Color Theory: This unit will introduce students to the basics of color theory, including the color wheel, color harmony, and the properties of color. Students will learn how to use color to create mood and atmosphere in their illustrations, as well as how to mix and