Renaissance Drawing Techniques

Hans Burgkmair the Elder Head of a woman wearing a garland; turned to left, with long curling hair

Leondard Da Vinci (Vinci 1452- Amboise 1519) A sprig of guelder-rose c.1506-12 Red chalk, touches of whit4e chalk, on orange-red prepared paper

Study of a head of a donkey wearing a halter Circle/School of; Peter Paul Rubens

Hans Baldung Grien Karlsruher Skizzenbuch, 1511-1545

Bust of a Young Woman Turned to the Left, 1637 Pietro da Cortona

Attributed to Pietro Perugino (Citta della Pieve c. 1450-Fontignano-1523) The head and shoulders of the Virgin c.1480.
At Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA) in Florence, Italy, I learned drawing techniques from the Renaissance masters. Immersing myself in the rich culture, I explored renowned galleries and museums like the Uffizi and Michelangelo's Museum. During my time at SRISA, I learned how to use silverpoint, white gouache techniques, chalk, and ink, crafting these materials from scratch. Below is a showcase of my work from that month, including some final pieces. For the last three pieces, I dedicated my unique illustration style while incorporating the Renaissance techniques I learned in class. The original descriptions, masters, and dates of the drawing will be found below the image.



Below is a reel of photos capturing my time in class and our final class exposition. From our workstations to the completed pieces and class trips, it was an exciting and enriching experience to witness it all.






