Learning to Look: We start with the fundamental principles and techniques of drawing, including the elements of shape, line, value/tone, and perspective. After which each class will build on the teachings of the previous session.
Class lessons will include:
- complex shape construction
- 1-pt and 2-pt linear/3d-depth/aerial perspective
- comparative/proportional sighting
- composition/placement of elements/points of view
- line of action
- short art historical slide presentations
Areas of Study: The fundamentals learned during each class will then be applied to three areas of study:
- sight-based – blocks, still-life, figurative
- photo work – building, landscape, wildlife
- imaginative – cartooning, comic art and sequential storytelling
One session will be an introduction to figurative drawing. There will be a live model.
Drawing Challenge: In addition to class time work, there will be a significant drawing challenge put forth as assigned homework.
Learn something new. Improve your skills. Wow yourself!
Dates:
The class is held on Monday evenings:
March 6, 13, 20, 27
April 3, 17
There is no class on April 10 (Easter Monday)
Class:
Level: All levels. Beginner to expert.
Ages: Adult
Maximum size: 10
Available seats: 8
We do accept names for a waiting list.
Materials/Fees:
Everyone must bring a sketchbook.
There will be an additional fee of $10 to pay for the figure model.
Additional materials list will be emailed after registration. These materials may be purchased in class.
Artist: M-J Kelley
M-J is a classically trained figurative artist with advanced training in cartooning, comic art, and sequential storytelling. Her work focuses on hand-drawn fine art, wildlife illustration, surreal, anthropomorphic landscapes, and comic art. Her work may be viewed at M-J Kelley Studio.
And now more from the Drawing Series…
Augmenting this class are two additional drawing classes:
Drawing Series: Figurative Study
Drawing Series: Visual Storytelling
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