DRAWING TECHNIQUE
Beginner and Intermediate
Adult
(Teens are invited to enroll)


Dates + Times:

August 10 + 11 // 6:30-8:30 pm

August 17 + 18 // 6:30-8:30 pm

August 24 + 25 / 6:30-8:30 pm

Tuition:
2 Day Workshop: $120

4 Day Workshop: $240

Instructor:
Sophie Cross (read bio)


Begin your drawing journey this summer! Unlock the fundamental principles of representational art mastering the essential skills of line, form, value, and composition.
Students will work from still life setups and the clothed human form. Designed to challenge and inspire. Through carefully curated arrangements of diverse objects, from organic forms to intricate textures students will develop the ability to arrange objects effectively and create a sense of space and composition. Our well-lit studio provides an ideal setting for focused study. Individualized instruction from experienced faculty will guide you through each stage of the drawing process. Explore various drawing materials, including graphite, charcoal, and pastel to achieve a range of effects. This course is suitable for all skill levels.

All materials are provided. Feel free to bring any favorite materials or a journal of your own as well.

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