The Art of Aaron Blaise

Join Aaron Blaise for a brand-new 1-Day LIVE Virtual Charcoal Portrait Workshop, where he'll demonstrate his complete portrait process from start to finish while drawing from live models throughout the day. You'll watch Aaron build several portraits in real time, explaining every decision along the way—from the initial sketch and proportions to anatomy, lighting, values, texture, hair, clothing, and the finishing details that bring a portrait to life. Whether you're completely new to charcoal or looking to strengthen your portrait drawing skills, this workshop is designed to help you gain confidence and improve your understanding of portraiture. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN 🎨 Drawing accurate head proportions and structure 🖌️ Understanding facial anatomy and construction 💡 Using light and shadow to create depth and drama ✏️ Building values from broad tones to refined details ✨ Pulling highlights with erasers for realistic effects 🖤 Creating rich darks with charcoal pencils 👤 Drawing convincing hair, clothing, and textures 💬 Live Q&A with Aaron throughout the workshop Aaron will be working traditionally in charcoal, and a complete recommended supply list will be available before the event so you can easily follow along. 📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time ☕ Includes a 30-minute break at approximately 2:00 PM MEMBER SAVINGS ⭐ FREE for Premium Members (Annual & Lifetime Plans) ⭐ 25% OFF for Streaming Monthly Members Become a Member: https://CreatureArtTeacher.com/become-a-member/ 🎟️ Attendance is limited to keep the workshop interactive. Registered attendees will receive replay access, but you must pre-register. The workshop will not be available for purchase after the live event ends. 👉 Learn more and reserve your spot: https://CreatureArtTeacher.com/LIVE #AaronBlaise #CharcoalDrawing #PortraitDrawing #PortraitArt #DrawingWorkshop #FigureDrawing #TraditionalArt #ArtEducation #CreatureArtTeacher #LiveWorkshop *** Subscribe to My Channel for More Art & Animation Videos: *** http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AaronBlaiseArt ============================ Like my work? Follow me for More: ============================ Twitter: http://twitter.com/AaronBlaiseArt Instagram: http://instagram.com/AaronBlaiseArt Facebook: http://facebook.com/TheArtofAaronBlaise *** Find More Art Lessons and Tutorials at my Website: *** https://CreatureArtTeacher.com/?src=yt Watch MORE episodes: Painting Rajah from "Aladdin" in Photoshop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuaMG0_-xWw Creating Textures with Photoshop Texture Brushes: http://goo.gl/WPGVO3 Time Lapse Painting “Nubian Warriors”: http://goo.gl/JrVhp6 ============================ About Aaron Blaise: ============================ Aaron Blaise is an animation feature film director and wildlife artist. For 21 years Aaron worked with Disney helping to create some of the greatest animated films ever made. During that time he worked as an animator or supervising animator on "The Rescuers Down Under", "Beauty and the Beast", "Aladdin", "The Lion King", "Pocahontas", "Mulan" and more. In 2003 he was co-director of "Brother Bear" for which he earned an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature Film. After "Brother Bear" he helped to develop several projects but ultimately left Disney to pursue an opportunity back home in Florida. Aaron recently served as 2D Animation Supervisor and Character Designer for the "The Bear and the Hare" an advertisement loved by millions around the world. (https://vimeo.com/78740926) Aaron currently is working on his mission to bring affordable art education and animation training to the world through his website: https://CreatureArtTeacher.com/?src=yt