Learn How to Sketch People with Confidence — Even If You Think You Can’t Draw
A step-by-step online course that teaches you how to really look so you know what to put on the page, with shading techniques and the secret of confidence that will help you sketch people with ease.
Artist Sonya Vine is your guide in this enjoyable course packed with big concepts and little gems. It will open up the wonderful world of sketching people and give you the know-how needed to sketch people confidently and say goodbye to stick men!
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"By the end of the course, I completely surprised myself."
When I started, I didn’t believe I could draw. The lessons flow perfectly and the mix of teaching and practice works brilliantly. My first sketch was awful — but by the end I’d created something I was genuinely proud of. I sketch people all the time now. And it’s great fun! I would recommend it to anyone – if you draw/paint and want to try new things/see things differently, or if you are new to sketching. Oh, and it’s great fun!
(Sam, London)
Does this sound like you?
- Your sketches never quite look right
- Someone once told you you'd never be any good at art.
- You want to sketch people in real life but you don’t know where to start, people keep moving before you finish, you wish you could sketch them quickly and every sketch attempt ends up in the bin
- You worry your drawings look stiff or awkward
- You struggle with proportions or poses
- Or maybe you know how to draw but it's too tight and you want to know how to loosen up.
If that sounds familiar — you’re absolutely not alone.
Most people aren’t bad at drawing people… they’ve just never been shown a clear, simple method that works.
“I’m one of those people who can’t draw — but now I’m loving the process.”
I am one of those people who can't draw and was never taught to. Sonya breaks it all down so clearly and simply with bite-sized lessons and small homework tasks. She does it all with good humour and a sense of fun making learning to draw accessible and achievable. I really recommend this course if you fancy learning something new and especially if you think you can't draw.
(Sally, London)
Imagine...
- Sitting in your favourite cafe with a coffee and sketchbook, sketching someone over the other side of the room lost in a book while you get lost in the scribbles. (Don't let your coffee get cold).
- At home with a precious 20 minutes, and sketching your child watching telly on the sofa (you know they won't move).
- A sunny day on holiday, an empty bench calling you, time to whip out your sketchbook and capture some memories.
- On a train journey, instead of staring out of the window, why not turn it into a creative time and sketch the commuters. They won't notice, they haven't found this course yet so they're just staring out of the window.
This course will show you how to:
• Confidently sketch friends, family, people in cafés, trains, anyone anywhere!
• Quickly capture movement and personality
• Understand proportions without guessing
• Enjoy drawing people instead of feeling frustrated
• Build a sketchbook full of lively, expressive figures
“I can really see the progression in my sketching.”
This course is so encouraging and practical. I can really see the progression in my sketching since I followed the simple exercises in the course. It’s also a lovely present to give someone as it's a gift that will last and they can do it at their own pace.
(Victoria, Surrey)
Let me show you how
I will be your sketching guide giving you tools and techniques through videos, exercises and plenty of encouragement.
I've been sketching people for over three decades and I just love it. While it came naturally to me, I could also see that, with a shift of thinking and seeing, it was something that could be taught and so this course was born.
It is packed with value, big concepts and little gems and will give you the know-how needed to sketch people confidently and in your own style.
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See shapes
Learn how to break a figure down into simple shapes so you never feel stuck trying to draw proportions again.
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Create depth
Understand tone and ways of creating it to add interest to your sketches
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Loosen up
Let go of perfectionism and discover the key to expressive sketching!
“If you want to learn to draw — this is the course for you.”
Sonya is such a brilliant teacher, her videos give the detail so simply and with such humour. If you want to learn how to draw, or hone existing skills, honestly, this will be the course for you.
(Emma, Sussex)
"I loved it so much!"
It's short, analytical and well thought out. Best part for me was the structure of the course and that you touched upon how to sketch hands and eyes, those basics were really helpful. (Alessia)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I buy it?
Scroll back to the top of the page and 'Add to Cart'. (You'll then be prompted to create an account, this is so you can access it on the members page of this website.)
Do I have to do this in a certain time?
No you're completely free to take as little or as much time as you want.
What materials do I need?
Any paper and any pencil will do. A sketchbook is brilliant to have and softer pencils (eg B or 2B) are great for shading but it's not a problem if you don't have them. Just get a pencil or pen from the kitchen drawer!
Can I do this in pen?
Yes absolutely. Some shading techniques are a little different with pencils and pens and I cover that.
If I have a question during the course, can I ask you?
Yes you can contact me through the private Facebook Group 'Sketching People' or drop me an email at info@sonyavine.com
How long do I have access for?
You’ll have access for the lifetime of the course, for as long as I continue to run How to Sketch People.
If I don't like the course, can I get a refund?
In the unlikely event that you don't get anything from the course, just drop me an email within 7 days and I'll give you a full refund. No strings attached.
How do I give a testimonial or some feedback?
Please drop me an email at info@sonyavine.com with any comments, I'd love to hear from you.
Can I share my login with friends?
You're welcome to do the course with members of your household, it's a great thing to do as a family, but please don't share your login with anyone else. A girl's gotta eat.
Can I give this course as a present?
Yes it makes a unique and thoughtful gift. Simply click 'Send as Gift' on the checkout page and you'll be able to add the recipient's details.
Do you give any support?
If you feel the need for support, I'd be happy to help. You can email me at info@sonyavine.com
Have you got any other courses?
Not yet but watch this space. Sign up to Letter from the Loft so you don't miss a thing.