Portrait Party
Learn to draw and paint expressive sketchbook portraits, one simple step at a time.
Portrait Party
Learn to draw and paint portraits step by step
Portraits can feel intimidating, but they become much easier when you build them one simple step at a time.
In this 30-day course, you’ll start with playful doodles and simple faces, then gradually build your confidence with sketchbook portraits using drawing, watercolor, gouache, markers, colored pencils, and more.
You don’t need to make perfect faces. You just need a clear path, gentle practice, and permission to begin.
Why Join Portrait Party?
What you'll learn
You’ll learn how to simplify faces into clear, manageable steps.
We’ll practice simple face shapes, features, proportions, color, expression, and different ways to use art supplies in your sketchbook.
The lessons grow gradually, so you can build confidence without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
Not sure you can do portraits?
Watch a complete beginner following Portrait Party.
What's inside?
- 30 fully narrated video lessons with clear step-by-step instructions.
- Free reference images for the projects.
- Two ways to take the course: get all lessons at once, or receive one lesson per day for 30 days.
- Lifetime access, so you can go at your own pace.
Some reviews
Cecile Yadro
Hello, Bonjour!
I’m Cecile, an artist and art teacher.
I help people make art feel simpler, lighter, and more joyful through sketchbook practice. My classes are designed to help you build confidence, simplify what you see, and create pages that feel like yours.
What do you prefer?
All lessons at once
You want all 30 lessons available as soon as you join.
$89.00
A lesson per day for 30 days
You want one lesson delivered to your inbox each day.
$89.00
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long do I have access to the course?
The course is yours forever, you can take all the time you need to watch and rewatch the videos.
What are the supplies needed?
I'm using this sketchbook, and different mediums: watercolor, gouache, crayons, acrylic markers, colored pencils, pens, and some stickers. You do not need everything. In the lessons, I suggest alternatives so you can use what you already have.
I have never drawn portraits, is it for me?
Yes. The course is designed for beginners and the lessons become more advanced gradually.
