Drawing for Absolute Beginners (3 Saturdays) with Carolyn Todd

July 29, 2:00 PM- 5:00 PM

August 5, 2:00 PM- 5:00 PM

August 12, 2:00 PM- 5:00 PM

The goal of the three classes is to introduce drawing as a Fine Art form by exploring, building, and developing observation skills, shape definition, light and dark value, and line quality among other techniques.

#1 The first class will include:

• Right/Left Brain and approach to drawing

• Importance of observation in developing the “critical eye”

• Drawing tools including hand positions

• Planning and mapping a drawing including the focal point/composition

• Subject: visually selecting, and positioning, via gesture and contour drawing of different shapes and edges

• Homework

#2 Second Class will include:

• EVA – class Evaluation of Visual Art (homework) including challenges and triumphs

• Completing drawing exercises with volume/grayscale/values with specific light sources. •

Using the exercises and discussion regarding the completion of a drawing with an emphasis on good or interesting composition including a neutral background.

• Homework

#3 Third Class will include:

• Drawing exercises of different drawing styles and natural textures

• Application of the exercise and completion of still life “textural” drawing with an emphasis on effective line quality

• EVA of homework and class drawings

Please note that spaces are limited.

Enrollment Fee: $50.00 per class or $150.00 for all 3 Saturdays

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