METHODOLOGY OF AN INDIVIDUAL APPROACH TO STUDENTSBASED ON THE PORTRAIT GENRE

Abstract

This article examines methodological approaches to implementing an individual approach to students in the process of teaching fine arts through the portrait genre. It highlights the pedagogical potential of portrait drawing as a means of developing observation skills, visual perception, imaginative thinking, artistic abilities, and students’ creative independence. The article discusses the main areas of individualized instruction, taking into account students’ level of artistic preparation, age, pace of developing visual skills, perceptual characteristics, and creative interests. Particular attention is given to methods such as pedagogical observation, demonstration, differentiation of learning tasks, independent work, and reflection. The importance of creating a sense of success and developing positive motivation among students during portrait drawing is also emphasized. A step-by-step methodology for organizing portrait
work is proposed, combining the acquisition of academic principles of representation with the development of each student’s individual creative potential.