Community Meet - Portraiture
Sharpen your pencils and unbox your inner artist! Join us for a community meet dedicated to the captivating world of sketching portraits. This event is perfect for anyone who wants to explore the art of capturing a likeness on paper, from curious beginners to seasoned sketchers.
What to expect:
- Guided Instruction: Learn valuable techniques from experienced artists. Get tips on capturing proportions, using light and shadow, and adding details that bring your portraits to life.
- Skill-Sharing Circle: Share your own knowledge and experiences with fellow sketchers. Offer constructive critiques and gain valuable insights from others.
- Material Showcase: Explore a variety of drawing materials – pencils, charcoals, drawing papers – and discover what works best for your style.
This Community Meet is your chance to:
- Develop your observational skills: Learn to see the subtle details that make a face unique.
- Practice gesture and composition: Capture the essence of a pose and arrange elements on the page for a dynamic portrait.
- Experiment with different techniques: Try new shading methods, explore hatching and cross-hatching, and find your artistic voice.
- Connect with other sketchers: Build a supportive community, share inspiration, and find potential collaborators for future projects.
Come prepared to:
- Bring your favourite drawing materials (pencils, sketchbook, etc.).
- Feel free to experiment with different mediums – charcoal, conte crayons, or even coloured pencils!
- Bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and share.
About The Host
Jeff Lai surprises commuters with his detailed, real-time portraits. Fuelled by a passion ignited in school art classes, Lai embarks on artistic adventures on trains, using his limited tools to capture strangers in fleeting moments. Overcoming his fear of interacting with passengers, Lai finds joy in these connections, transforming train rides into unexpected artistic encounters and leaving a lasting impression on both the artist and his surprised recipients.
Terms & Conditions
Cancellation Policy
Refunds are not available for participants who choose to withdraw from the workshop after registration. However, Overjoyed reserves the right to amend or cancel the workshop at any time. In the event of a workshop cancellation by Overjoyed, all registered participants will receive a full refund and prior notification.Event Time and Cancellation
TASA Gallery reserves the right to modify the event time or cancel the event in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified promptly of any changes or cancellations.- Minimum Participation Requirement
A minimum of participants is required for the workshop to proceed. In the case of cancellation due to insufficient registration, paid participants will be notified at least 1 day in advance and will receive a full refund. - Cleanliness Responsibility
To ensure a pleasant experience for all future participants, we kindly request that all workshop attendees cooperate in keeping the event space clean and tidy after use. Photography and Video Recording Consent
Overjoyed may capture photographs and videos during the workshop. By registering, you grant consent for your image or likeness to be included in these materials for promotional purposes, such as on our website, social media channels, or printed marketing materials.