Realistic Portrait Drawing: From Basics to Mastery in 10 Weeks
A structured, pre-recorded freehand portrait drawing course designed to take you from basic face construction and correct facial proportions to realistic pencil shading, step by step.
One-time payment • Instant access • Available worldwide
Build the foundations behind realistic portrait drawing
Learn a clear process you can apply beyond one drawing—from constructing the face correctly to creating believable form with pencil shading.
Freehand Face Construction
Learn how to build the face from the basics and place the main features with a clear freehand approach.
Facial Proportions
Understand how the eyes, nose, lips, face shape and other features relate to one another.
Realistic Pencil Shading
Use light, shadow and value control to build form, depth and a more realistic finish.
A structured learning path for beginners and developing artists
Move from basic construction to a more realistic finish
Instead of copying a single portrait, the course focuses on understanding the structure behind portrait drawing so you can gradually build stronger observation, proportion and shading skills.
Start LearningSee how the course is structured
Start with the fundamentals and progress through portrait construction, proportions and realistic shading at your own pace.
Lifetime access means you can learn without rushing
Watch the lessons when it suits your schedule, pause when you need more practice, and return to earlier lessons whenever you want to revise.
✓ Full lifetime access
✓ Self-paced learning
✓ Rewatch lessons whenever needed
✓ Access from anywhere
No fixed class schedule
This is a fully pre-recorded course. You decide when to learn and how quickly to progress.
Complete the course and receive your certificate
Once you complete 100% of the lessons, you will receive the official Portrait Drawing Course Completion Certificate from MoonMind Art School.
Start your portrait drawing course today
Get instant access after enrolment and begin learning at your own pace.
Portrait drawings created by students
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Learn with Charumathi Mohan
Charumathi Mohan is a full-time artist and Founder of MoonMind Art School. Her teaching approach focuses on strong fundamentals, clear guidance and helping students understand their art deeply so they can grow into confident, independent creators.
Learn More About Your InstructorQuestions before you enrol?
Can beginners join this course?
Yes. The course is suitable for complete beginners as well as learners who have tried portrait drawing and want a more structured path.
Do I need prior drawing experience?
No. The course starts from the basics and guides you step by step toward more advanced portrait drawing.
What will I learn?
You will learn realistic portrait drawing, correct facial proportions and pencil shading so you can complete portraits with more confidence.
Is this course live or pre-recorded?
This is a fully pre-recorded course, so you can learn at your own pace.
How long will I have access?
You receive full lifetime access to the course.
What materials do I need?
Paper, pencils, erasers and the required materials are explained in Week 0, including detailed purchasing guidance.
Will I learn realistic shading?
Yes. Realistic pencil shading and understanding light and shadow are important parts of the course.
Is the $149 payment one-time?
Yes. It is a one-time purchase and includes lifetime course access.
Start building stronger portrait drawing skills today
Learn step by step, practise at your own pace and return to the lessons whenever you need.
Enrol Now — $149