CLASS or WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
A sound knowledge of drawing is the foundation for success as a visual artist. Basic principles of drawing will be taught including line, light, shade and composition. We will work with vine charcoal and different grades of graphite as well as explore techniques and exercises that will help us gain a better understanding of how each material can be used. This is a fundamental course. No previous skills are required.
Skills acquired in this class include:
PricingMember Cost | $300Non-Member Cost | $330Dept. Fee | $15
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Learn the skill of hand-eye coordination for drawing the human figure using a live model. This class will teach you how to “get it down on paper” through the use of exercises which make viewing the figure and the relationship of all of the parts make sense. You will learn basic fundamentals of gesture, contour and line related to seeing the figure. Through practice you will gain an understanding of the basic skeleton and muscles which make up the foundation of the human form.
Skills acquired in this course include:
NOTE: This is a 6 week class
PricingMember Cost | $225Non-Member Cost | $255Dept. Fee | $95
Further investigation into observation and accurately representing form in space. The interpretive aspect of drawing and experimentation with drawing media and technique will be explored. Project themes and still life, landscape, and interiors or exterior space in Graphite and Charcoal with an introduction to Color Pencil and Pastels.
Prerequisite: Drawing fundamentals.
Students will continue learning about:
In this class, we will learn skills that enable richly emotive and expressive illustrations. Together we will explore concepts like color theory, mark-making techniques, and discovering your personal art style. This class will cover a range of materials, including wet and dry media. Students will have the freedom to illustrate from photographs or observation. This class will explore both the practice of sketchbook-keeping and formal illustration.