--- title: "Animal & Still Life Sketching Classes in Bangalore" description: "Learn to sketch animals and still life with Jeeva. Master shading, texture, and light in small, personalized batches at our Indiranagar art studio." canonical: https://mytribe.in/jeevasri12/portrait-art-workshops/animal-still-life-studies last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Animal & Still Life Sketching Classes Tribe Verified · Art workshops in Indiranagar, Bangalore By [Jeeva Kumari](https://mytribe.in/jeevasri12) · Available Online; Studio in Indiranagar, Bengaluru · ₹3,500 per course (estimate) Part of [Portrait Art Workshops](https://mytribe.in/jeevasri12/portrait-art-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/jeevasri12/portrait-art-workshops/gallery) Sketching animals and everyday objects is the best way to master shading and texture. It builds the technical foundation you need to draw anything with confidence. ## Photos and videos - ![A soft pencil sketch of a sleeping puppy. This was an exercise in capturing soft textures like fur and conveying a sense of peace and tranquility through simple shading.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79140025-9b26-4f3c-9b6b-fffd3ebfe1ca) - ![Another pencil sketch of a puppy, this time focusing on the expressive, curious eyes. Drawing animals is a great way for my students to practice capturing emotion and personality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad147cfe-eb6e-41cf-9383-5e2030c2fbb0) - ![This is a detailed pencil sketch of a vintage lamp against a stone wall. Still life drawings like this are excellent practice for understanding light, shadow, and different material textures like metal, stone, and foliage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9eae06f2-a555-49f1-9f84-080648f47f89) ## About Animal & Still Life Studies We don't just sketch these subjects for practice; we use them to master light and shadow. Whether it is capturing the soft fur of a puppy or the rigid texture of stone, learning how to handle these distinct surfaces is what gives your later work that professional depth and realism. While portraits often grab the spotlight, animal and still life studies are where you truly learn how to 'see' like an artist. In my studio, we break down complex visuals into manageable shapes, teaching you to observe how light hits a surface and where it casts a shadow. ### Why Start With Still Life? Many beginners rush into portraits. However, sketching a still life—like a vintage lamp or a textured wall—allows you to focus purely on technique without the pressure of capturing a human likeness. You learn to handle different materials, from the smoothness of metal to the rough grain of stone and the softness of fur. ### What We Focus On - **Light and Shadow:** Identifying the primary light source and understanding how it affects the volume of an object. - **Texture Handling:** Using varying pencil pressure and stroke directions to differentiate between hard surfaces and soft organic forms. - **Patience and Precision:** Developing the steady hand required for fine details, such as the eyes of an animal or the intricate parts of a lamp. ### My Approach Whether you are working with graphite or charcoal, I guide you through the process step-by-step. My studio in HAL 3rd Stage, Indiranagar, offers a quiet, focused space for these sessions. Because I keep my batches small—usually 3 to 5 students—I can look at your work in real-time, helping you correct your shading intensity or brush strokes immediately. If you are joining my virtual classes, we use a top-down camera setup so you can see exactly how I apply pressure and manage my tools. ## About Jeeva Kumari Hi, I'm Jeeva. I believe that whether you're drawing a puppy's fur or the metal of a lantern, the joy comes from the practice itself. My studio in Indiranagar is a space where we focus on observation, patience, and finding your own artistic rhythm. 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