Learn to draw
life-like animal portraits

Most people believe drawing is a talent you either have or you don’t.

It’s a skill, and like any skill, it can be taught.

In this workshop, I (a self taught realism artist) will walk you through exactly how to see, analyse and recreate what’s in front of you - the same foundational techniques used in professional art studios, made accessible to anyone willing to pick up a pencil.

You’ll leave with a finished, frame-ready wildlife portrait. Made by you.

If you can hold a pencil, you can learn to draw.

My relaxed, realistic drawing masterclass suits any skill level, meeting you exactly where you're at:

✔︎ Complete beginners who can't draw a stick figure

✔︎ Experienced creatives wanting to level up their skills

I'd love to join!

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Consistent results! Everyone's is similar, but also uniquely them ✨

With step-by-step guidance, small group sizes, and plenty of individual support throughout the class - you'll have space to build your confidence, explore your own style and master the fundamental tips and tricks to creating realistic animal portraits.

Two-hour classes are teen friendly (13+) - perfect for creative young adults looking to build confidence and explore their artistic skills.

What You Will Learn

In this 4-hour masterclass you’ll bring a basic sketch to life, from an outline to a fully rendered, realistic animal portrait with professional-grade pastel pencils. We'll all draw the same animal portrait together, however you will walk away with the skills to draw any animal or pet in the future.

Along the way you’ll develop:

✨ The ability to see light, form and shadow the way an artist does.

✨ Control over blending and layering to create genuine depth and texture.

✨ Sharper focus & fine motor skills combining analytical thinking with a creative outlet.

✨ A refreshed mind and the confidence to keep drawing long after you leave.

Who is this for?

This workshop suits anyone who has always wanted to draw but never knew where to start, and experienced creatives looking to refine their realism technique.

Classes are limited to 12 participants, so everyone has all the individual tuition and support they need.

*Tarnia holds a current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

what materials are we using?

We will be using pastel pencils - a versatile medium, easy and clean to handle, and they translate quite easily for beginners from a biro. They have the same rich, blendable qualities of traditional pastel or paints with the precision and control of a pencil.

All materials will be provided, with a palette of artist grade supplies. I supply one of my favourite brands I use with my own art, Pitt pastels - easily found in almost every specialty artist retail store if you're inspired to keep creating after your masterclass.