Classes
Illustration Exploration: From Prompts to Personal Style (Limited Offering)
Dive into the artform of illustration using a variety of art media like watercolor, ink, colored pencils, markers, and collage. Whether you follow the weekly artmaking prompts or let your own creative ideas take the lead, this class will empower you to express your ideas, refine your personal art style, and master using and combining multiple artmaking mediums. Additional topics include color and shape theory, composition, and the elements of art. All styles and skill levels are welcomed and encouraged!
Special Notes
- Accessibility notes: Many artmaking processes require the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, fine motor skills/finger dexterity, repetitive motions, vision, and some amount of physical strength. VisArts values making classes accessible to everyone, and is always happy to work with students to make accommodations when possible. Please reach out to [email protected] with specific questions related to accessibility or accommodations.
Paid studio access is available through our Studio Access Program. Please visit visarts.org for more information.
Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.
Materials List
All materials are provided. There is no materials list for this class.
About the Instructor
Grace Mae Huddleston
Grace Mae Huddleston (she/they) is a multi-media artist and educator based in Richmond, VA. She has taught for 10 years in community centers, schools, and universities. As an educator, Grace empowers adults and teens of all skill levels to deepen their connection to art making. Her teaching emphasizes skill building and creativity, and she loves it when students put personality into their creations! Grace primarily teaches all things 2D, including drawing, painting, and mixed media. She also has experience leading workshops on textile art and creative writing.
In her own art practice, Grace creates colorful drawing, painting, and textiles. Nature is her main inspiration, but art history, film, and comics also influence her work. She has shown and published her art in contexts ranging from zines and academic journals, to punk cafes and formal concert halls, as well as galleries and museums. Grace is a recipient of the Russell Foundation Grant and the VCUarts Inclusive Grant.
Website: gracemaehuddleston.art
Instagram: by.gracemae