Online Art School «Artefacto»
NEW ONLINE Program
by Konstantin Sterkhov
Fundamentals of Drawing
Wave goodbye to skewed proportions, incorrect perspectives, and failed art pieces. Learn to draw correctly in just 3 months. Proper drawing can be a game-changer for your paintings!
Create your own portfolio of 10 stunning artworks.
Language: English
NEW ONLINE Program by Konstantin Sterkhov
Fundamentals of Drawing
Wave goodbye to skewed proportions, incorrect perspectives, and failed art pieces. Learn to draw correctly in just 3 months. Proper drawing can be a game-changer for your paintings!
Create your own portfolio of 10 stunning artworks.
Language: English
"Drawing is the basis of every artwork. No matter what you depict – a portrait, a landscape, a still life – a good drawing will help you plan your composition, make the right proportions, create depth in a painting, and achieve the desired effect.
A mistake in a drawing can spoil the whole work, but a proper drawing can save it from many problems. Master basic drawing techniques, and you will be able to quickly develop in painting, design, and digital art – in any creative sphere!"
Our learning program at a glance
You’ve probably seen them – amazing drawings looking like black-and-white photos, or beautiful compositions that combine realistic elements and various fantastic effects.
They are different but there is one thing that unites them. It seems incredible that we can draw like this.
But if you know basic techniques and have systematic training, such results won’t look impossible anymore! Get a step-by-step method, and soon your drawings will transform beyond recognition. Also, your paintings will move on to the next level!
Can you relate to any of these?
Your drawings appear:
More cartoon-like than realistic?
Flat, with textures that seem off?
Distorted, with objects appearing disproportionate?
Overcrowded due to excessive details?
Overworked, giving a muddy impression?
Inconsistent with light, shadows, and highlights?
- Stuck in your painting progress be it watercolor, pastels, ...?
- Spending too much time on a single drawing?
- Can't figure out what's wrong with your drawing or how to correct it?
If you answered "yes" to any of these, you might benefit from a refresher on fundamental drawing techniques.
Learning Program in detail
Module 1. Hatching
We will learn to use different hatching techniques and see their effect.
5 lessons, 1 h 35 min
Hatching and shading
Learn to obtain the tone by hatching, to reduce efforts and get the needed effect much easier.
A rose drawing
Learn how to minimize efforts with lines and hatching to obtain a light yet realistic image.
Soft materials for drawing
Learn about the possibilities of soft drawing materials.
A drawing of daffodils
Learn to draw flowers from a detail and see the wholeness. Learn to make light projecting of the objects in thin lines, to make an aesthetic transition from the sketch to the white space of the paper.
A drawing of dandelions
Learn to easily obtain the soft and gradual tonal transitions, to create accents, both highlights and darker darks.
Module 2. Geometric figures
We will learn how to draw shapes using various geometric figures as examples.
2 lessons, 21 min
Simple shapes in perspective
Get simple guidance on how to draw shapes in perspective that will help to build up more complex shapes.
Building simple architectural shapes
Get an example of building simple shapes in architectural ruins.
Module 3. Volume
We will learn how to create volume by working with light and shadow.
3 lessons, 58 min
Volume, light, and shadow for a 3D effect
Learn to obtain the 3D effect with light and shadow, to achieve the effect of an object in an environment with a little bit of shading.
Usage of 3D effect in a landscape
Learn to transmit an object with strong lighting with only a suggestion of the volume.
Creating a volume effect on a simple object
Learn to use line and hatching to transmit the volume.
Module 4. Silhouette
We will see how to create silhouettes of different objects.
2 lessons, 44 min
Rhythm, repetition. Silhouette
Learn to understand significant graphic principles used in numerous compositions.
Contrast, silhouette and negative shape
Learn to understand a graphic principle dark on light and light on dark, to balance big masses in composition.
Module 5. Perspective
We will learn how to achieve the effect of depth, working with perspective.
2 lessons, 59 min
Simple linear and angular perspective
Learn to know how to depict the perspective changes of forms from different points of view.
Aerial perspective
Learn to use a range of tonal values in soft material for depicting variety of distance.
Module 6. Drapery
We will learn how to draw tissues and clothes.
3 lessons, 47 min
Building drapery folds
Learn to understand the system of folds' structure.
Lineal drawing of drapery folds on a body
Get an idea of distributing folds of clothes on a human body.
Volume solution of the drapery folds
Learn how to draw folds with 3D effect.
Module 7. Texture
We will see how to make different textures, show smooth and rough surfaces.
2 lessons, 1 h 19 min
Textures
Learn different ways to draw textures with charcoal (and other soft materials) and get a more detailed study of a reflecting surface.
A kitten drawing
Learn to create such textures as soft kitten's fur and structured wicker basket.
Module 8. Portrait and proportions
We will learn to draw portraits and see how to depict different parts of the face.
3 lessons, 1 h 23 min
Portrait. Proportions
Learn to build basic proportions of a human face in 5 positions.
Parts of the face
Learn to build up all parts of the human face and to use simplified line and tone for volume.
A portrait of a girl
Learn to create line and shading with charcoal for a delicate portrait of a girl with a kitten, using different approaches for a face, hair, a kitten and a background.
Module 9. Composition
We will learn to make proper compositions for our drawings.
2 lessons, 1 h 12 min
Composition, Mistakes of composition
Learn about golden ratio and rules of a balanced composition and see how to get rid of typical compositional mistakes.
Landscape composition with air perspective and variety of textures
Learn to use tone and texture for showing spatial depth and get several new tricks in work with soft materials.
Final tasks
We will sum up everything we learned in the program and create a final drawing using all our skills and knowledge.
2 lessons, 52 min
Drawing. A figure in an environment with contrast lighting
Learn to use a strong tone of charcoal for creating a contrasty drawing, use knowledge of balance and rhythm of dark and light shapes for a good composition, and draw a figure in a cafe.
Final work - drawing from your reference
Learn to draw not only by automatically following the teacher, but also creating drawings based on your own references.
Author's method
«My method is based on practice - it is like when you learn a foreign language, it is more effective when you start speaking straight away than when you learn first the rules and grammar. The same is in drawing.
In my programs, you start drawing from the very beginning and learn the rules in parallel.
In my experience, this method brings results much faster and the student gets from point A to point B not noticing how it happened.»
What will we achieve during this learning program?
01
Get rid of the fear of drawing and start enjoying it
02
Learn all the drawing techniques and will be able to apply them
03
Get solid academic skills and knowledge in no time
04
Study volume, proportions, composition, and tonal values
05
Get useful tips and life hacks that will help you grow in any creative sphere
06
Learn to visualize your creative ideas on paper
Get individual written feedback on your drawings
You will get feedback on 10 final drawings during the first 90 days of studying from a professional curator (Premium plan) or K.Sterkhov (Elite plan).
- You will get a detailed review from the curator or K.Sterkhov highlighting key areas for improvement and providing recommendations!
- The curator is an artist who had formal education in a fine art academy and was trained to provide feedback/critique to the drawings
Join our international and artistic community with a dedicated community manager!
Closed WA chat only for
«Fundamentals of Drawing» students
- Students support and inspire each other every day
- They share advice, discuss the drawings and give feedback on them
- Like-minded people discuss various art-related topics there
- They feel at home with their friends
This community is moderated by a dedicated professional community manager and our support team!
Meet the author of the learning program, a world-renowned artist!
- Over 30 years of painting experience and 20 years of teaching practice
- 70 international and 10 solo exhibitions, member of the jury for various international competitions
- Konstantin's paintings are placed in museums, private and corporate collections worldwide
- Author of the book «Masters of Watercolor» and the founder of the magazine «Planet of Watercolor»
- Brand ambassador of the leading producers of art materials (Daniel Smith, Roubloff, Nevskaya Palette)
- Member of Artists Union of Russia, Saint-Petersburg Watercolor Society, and Watercolor Society of Finland
- Over 30 years of painting experience and 20 years of teaching practice
- 70 international and 10 solo exhibitions, member of the jury for various international competitions
- Konstantin's paintings are placed in museums, private and corporate collections worldwide
- Author of the book «Masters of Watercolor» and the founder of the magazine «Planet of Watercolor»
- Brand ambassador of the leading producers of art materials (Daniel Smith, Roubloff, Nevskaya Palette)
- Member of Artists Union of Russia, Saint-Petersburg Watercolor Society, and Watercolor Society of Finland
Examples of Konstantin's work
Program «Fundamentals of Drawing»
Standard
- 25 lessons in full HD from 2 camera angles (10h)
- 10 Complete Drawings
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Final work and certificate
- Bonus: 100 ArtiCoins
- 1-year access to lessons
Premium
- 25 lessons in full HD from 2 camera angles (10h)
- 10 Complete Drawings
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Final work and certificate
- Individual feedback from a professional curator on each drawing within 90 days
- Bonus: 150 ArtiCoins
- 1-year access to lessons
Elite
- 25 lessons in full HD from 2 camera angles (10h)
- 10 Complete Drawings
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Final work and certificate
- Individual feedback from Konstantin Sterkhov on each drawing within 90 days
- Bonus: 200 ArtiCoins
- 1-year access to lessons
Standard
- 25 lessons in full HD from 2 camera angles (10h)
- 10 Complete Drawings
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Final work and certificate
- Bonus: 100 ArtiCoins
- 1-year access to lessons, if you pay all at once
Premium
- 25 lessons in full HD from 2 camera angles (10h)
- 10 Complete Drawings
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Final work and certificate
- Individual feedback from a professional curator on each drawing within 90 days
- Bonus: 150 ArtiCoins
- 1-year access to lessons, if you pay all at once
Elite
- 25 lessons in full HD from 2 camera angles (10h)
- 10 Complete Drawings
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Final work and certificate
- Individual feedback from Konstantin Sterkhov on each drawing within 90 days
- Bonus: 200 ArtiCoins
- 1-year access to lessons, if you pay all at once
How can I secure lifetime access to the learning materials? (available with all plans)
Option 1
- You study and earn ArtiCoins. Lifetime access costs 600 ArtiCoins*
- Not enough ArtiCoins for lifetime access? You can extend for 1-12 months
- Do not have time to complete the whole Program in time? Get lifetime access for (€)$60 at any time later
* (you can earn up to 700 ArtiCoins during the learning period)
THIS OFFER IS VALID FOR ALL PLANS, INCL. INSTALLMENT PLAN
You have no risks - we support you!
100% guarantee
In case after 1-2 lessons of the learning program within the first week, you realize that using our approach you cannot create a drawing,
YOU WILL GET YOUR MONEY BACK!
Freeze
If the start date is not convenient we freeze the learning program for as long as you want (1 time free of charge) .
Freedom & Mobility
Access to the lessons at any time. Go through the lessons at a comfortable pace. Watch the lessons on your smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
Here is our professional curator
Olga Karlsson
Watercolor artist from Sweden
- Olga is a practicing artist specializing in drawing, watercolor, and acrylic.
- After graduating from the St Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Olga has been working as an architect in St Petersburg and has founded a school of aesthetic education for children.
- Olga came to Sweden in 1993, she is self-employed and manages art courses in Karlstad and all over Sweden (online).
- Olga participated in national and international exhibitions and competitions such as IWS Fabriano Acquarello (2019, 2022), IWS Bulgaria (2019), and IWS Malaysia (2021).
HERE YOU WILL FIND OLGA'S WORKS
Examples of Olga's works
How is our learning program organized?
BEFORE LEARNING
PROGRAM
Full learning program program
List of learning program materials
Friendly community of beginner and professional artists
AT LEARNING PROGRAM
Recorded video lessons
Closed students' chat
Feedback from curator
2 Zoom group meetings with K.Sterkhov per month
For completing tasks you'll receive Articoins
AFTER LEARNING
PROGRAM
Certificate of Completion
Own Portfolio
Graduation Session
Online Exhibition
Skills and knowledge for the whole life
Part of our art community
Watch the video lessons on any device
Let’s draw!
Contact us
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info@artefactoschool.online
Our working hours:
Monday — Friday
7 am — 6 pm Central European Time (CET)
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