After you complete each lesson, you should scan your sketch and send me your copy. I will then review your sketch and give you my critique.
My critique will cover my evaluation of your drawing techniques. I will also provide you with some tips on producing more realistic facial features. If you incorporate my tips into your succeeding drawings you should see an improvement in your sketches.
Drawing everyday (at least 5 faces a day) is recommended.
The total Compositure Course is over 40 hours.
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* Course Outline subject to change without notice. Course Outline remains in effect once you start your lessons.If you take longer than 6 months to complete any two lessons, you will be subject to any changes occuring during that period.
Compositure Course outiine*
Lesson One * An introduction to using your intuition in your interviews
* Develop an understanding of the power of your intuitive sense
* An introduction to the Compositure© sketch interview
* Submit sketch (critique #1)
Lesson Two * Using your proper tools
* Developing your style
* Understanding your light source - ( Submit Sketch) (critique #2)
* Your first Caricarture : celebrity (critique #3)
Lesson Three * Begin the sketch interview - methodical and free-flowing
* Interview a family member or friend
* Submit sketch (critique #4 - #5)
Lesson Four * Three: One composite exercise - reference from the web site
* Submit three sketches (critiques #6 - #8)
Lesson Five * Three:One composite exercise - reference from the web site
* Submit three sketches (critiques #9 - #11)
Lesson Six * Three:One composite exercise - reference from the web site
* Submit six sketches (critiques #12 - #17)
* Reflection on the Compositure Course.
* Tests and reviews (Test will consist of at least 50 questions)
* Review IAI requirements for certification (Review latest IAI Forensic Art information)
eWorkshop * Complete the eWorkShop. The first two sections of the workshop will be presented asynchronously via the web. You will create two composite sketches based on the information from an actual sketch interview. Your sketch will be compared to the actual sketch that was completed by me. You will be evaluated on presentation, and quality of sketch. (critiques #18 - #19)
Your final sketch interview will be completed sychronously via the web. You will interview me via IM chat, phone, or web cam. You will be evaluated on your interview technique and your presentation of the sketch. (critique #20)
Certificate of Completion * Once you complete ALL of the Lessons and the eWorkshop you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
I will offer you guidance on building your portfolio. I will also draft a letter of recommendation that will be sent to whom you request. I will always be avalable for consultation on your quest to gain a position with an agency, and to offer some advice on your first few cases.
