Acanthus Design Course: Leaves, Lobes and Curves
Build a strong foundation in acanthus design. You will break the leaf into simple shapes, study lobes and curves, and learn how to arrange acanthus forms for ornamental compositions.
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What you'll learn
- Break acanthus leaves into simple drawing shapes
- Understand lobes, curves, proportion and movement
- Develop smoother ornamental lines with better control
- Combine acanthus leaves into balanced decorative forms
- Build a foundation for borders, flourishes and classical ornament
What you will work through
Acanthus leaves are a core motif in classical ornamental art. This workshop breaks them down into clear, manageable parts so you can understand the structure instead of copying the shape blindly.
You will study basic forms, lobes, smooth curves and simple combinations. The goal is to help you draw acanthus leaves with more confidence, rhythm and balance.
Best for
- Beginners interested in classical ornamental drawing
- Artists who want a stronger acanthus foundation
- Students preparing for more advanced ornamental compositions
Requirements
- Basic pencil control is enough to begin
Materials
- Sketchbook
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Fineliner pen
- Ruler
1 lesson · 2h 26m
- 01Zoom Live Recording2h 26m Locked
- Fundamentals of Acanthus Design ManualLocked
- Practice Sheet 1Locked
- Practice Sheet 2Locked
Anjali Singh
Anjali Singh is the artist behind Ooshybooshy, specialising in floral, ornamental and acanthus art. 299 students have enrolled in her courses, and she teaches inside the OB Art Circle too, taking people from first strokes to confident, balanced ornamental compositions and sharing her process for structure, references, composition and intricate detailing. More about Anjali.
What students say
“Loved this short course, thank you so much!”
“Acanthus leaves have always confused me. This course cleared it all up.”
“Anjali explains the geometry behind the leaves so well.”
“this is a must-take if you want to do traditional ornamental art.”
“The historical context was a nice touch. makes drawing them more meaningful.”
“beautifully taught. the live recording is very clear.”
“really deep dive into the structure of the leaf. fascinating.”
“Loved all the variations shown for leaves especially the curved Acanthus. A project using the concepts taught could be an added bonus.”
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Questions, answered
Do I get lifetime access?＋
Yes. A one-time purchase gives you lifetime access to this course and all its materials, in your browser on any device, with no recurring fee.
What materials do I need?＋
Each lesson lists what to use. For most ornamental work a sketchbook, pencil, eraser and a fineliner pen are enough to begin.
Is this suitable for my level?＋
This course is pitched at an intermediate level, but every step is demonstrated slowly so motivated beginners can follow along.
How do I pay?＋
Outside India you pay in US dollars through PayPal, by card or with a PayPal account. In India you pay in rupees through Razorpay, by UPI, card or net banking. The currency is picked for you, and the INR and USD switch in the site header or menu changes it.
Where to go next
How to Draw an Acanthus Leaf: Beginner Course
Advanced Acanthus Scrollwork and Composition
Refining Acanthus: Edges, Cuts & Character
Would you like to try it before you buy? I have written a free step by step tutorial on the same motif: How to Draw Acanthus Leaves, Step by Step.
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