DRAWING THE NOSE - Saskia van Drunen Artist

About Course

Drawing the nose with confidence

a 45‑minute study in angles, values & highlights

Ever feel like the nose is the trickiest part of a portrait? Let’s change that! In this focused lesson, we’ll explore the nose from different angles and discover how its proportions relate beautifully to each other. With toned tan paper, 2B and 8B graphite pencils, and a touch of white pastel magic, you’ll learn how to bring clarity, depth, and sparkle to this expressive feature.

You’ll discover:

How light and shadow (values!) make the nose come alive
How to spot and simplify shapes and angles with ease
How the proportions of the nose connect together
How to use 2B and 8B pencils for soft and strong contrasts
How white pastel pencil adds those irresistible highlights

In just 45 minutes, you’ll gain practical skills that strengthen your portrait work and boost your confidence. Think of it as a playful sketch session where you learn to see the nose more clearly, and translate that vision onto paper with joy.

Bring your pencils, your paper, and your curiosity… and let’s draw noses together!

Gain confidence in drawing the nose from different angles
Learn to see and simplify shapes and angles clearly
Understand how the proportions of the nose relate to each other
Practice creating values with 2B and 8B graphite pencils
Discover how toned tan paper enhances depth and contrast
Use white pastel pencil to add highlights and dimension
Strengthen your overall portrait drawing skills in just 45 minutes

Course Content

Drawing the nose
In this 45‑minute lesson, you’ll learn to draw the nose from different angles using toned tan paper, graphite pencils (2B and 8B), and white pastel pencil. We’ll explore values, shapes, and how the proportions of the nose relate to each other, bringing clarity, depth, and confidence to your portrait work.

Drawing the nose by Saskia van Drunen

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