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Step-by-Step Portfolio Concept & Difference Between Portfolio and Resume

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1. Cover Page (Page 1) Objective : Create a strong first impression. Content : Your name or brand name prominently displayed. Tagline or mission statement (e.g., "Transforming Ideas into Art" ) Minimalist background with artistic elements (e.g., brush strokes, geometric designs). Contact details (email, phone, website). A professional photo or logo. 2. About Me (Page 2) Objective : Introduce yourself or your organization. Content : A brief personal/professional bio (100-150 words). Highlight key skills and expertise. A professional photo or artistic representation of yourself. Quote or vision statement related to your work. 3. Services/Skills (Page 3) Objective : Showcase your expertise. Content : List of services (e.g., Illustration, Digital Art, Handcrafted Art). Skills (e.g., 2D Vector Art, Resin Art, Storyboarding). Use icons or visuals to represent each skill. 4. Portfolio Showcase - Section 1 (Page 4) Objective : Display your best work. Content : Include 3-4 high-qualit...

Still Life Sketching & Drawing: Beginner to Pro Level Course Plan

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This step-by-step course plan will guide students from the basics of still-life sketching to advanced professional-level drawing. Each lesson includes theory, demonstration, and practical exercises: Dr Baljinder Singh Gill 1. Introduction to Still Life Sketching Objective : Understand the basics of still life and its importance. What is Still Life? Explanation of still life as a genre in art. Examples of famous still-life artworks. Understanding Materials : Pencils: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B. Erasers: Kneaded and regular. Paper types and sizes. Optional tools: blending stumps, charcoal, colored pencils. Exercise : Practice basic pencil strokes (straight lines, curves, shading). 2. Observing and Simplifying Shapes Objective : Learn to break down objects into basic shapes. Geometric Foundations : Identify spheres, cubes, cylinders, and cones in objects. Practice drawing these shapes in different orientations. Perspective Basics : Introduction to vanishing points and horizon lines. Simple 1-point pe...

Drawing Course Notes: From Beginner to Pro Level: Dr Baljinder Singh

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Here’s a structured plan for learn  drawing , moving from beginner to pro level. This plan includes step-by-step lessons, exercises, and essential techniques to build foundational skills and gradually advance: Dr Baljinder Singh Gill Level 1: Basics of Drawing (Beginners) Introduction to Drawing Tools Tools Overview : Types of pencils (HB, 2B, etc.), erasers, blending tools, and sketchbooks. Exercise : Test different pencils and mark-making techniques. Practice light and dark strokes to understand pressure and shading. Lines and Shapes Concepts : Basic lines (straight, curved, zigzag) and shapes (circle, square, triangle). Exercise : Draw pages of various lines and shapes to build control. Combine shapes to create simple forms like a tree or house. Basic Object Drawing Concepts : Observing objects and breaking them down into shapes. Exercise : Start with simple objects (cup, ball) and draw them using basic shapes. Watch Lectures about  Basics of Drawing :  https://youtube...

Learn Charcoal-moving from beginner to pro level.

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  Here’s a structured plan for learn charcoal art, moving from beginner to pro level. This plan includes step-by-step lessons, exercises, and essential techniques to build foundational skills and gradually advance: Dr Baljinder Singh Beginner Level : Basic Skills and Familiarisation 1. Introduction to Charcoal Art and Materials Goal : Understand the basic tools. Topics Covered : Types of charcoal: vine, compressed, pencils, and powder. Paper selection (smooth vs. textured). Blending tools: tortillons, blending stumps, tissues, and fingers. Erasers: kneaded, rubber, and precision erasers. Exercise : Practice using each type of charcoal on different papers to see the effect. 2. Basic Strokes and Shading Techniques Goal : Learn how to control pressure and achieve different tones. Topics Covered : Basic strokes: hatching, cross-hatching, stippling, and blending. Shading techniques for light, medium, and dark tones. Exercise : Create a value scale from light to dark, using different pre...