Learn basic drawing skills using graphite pencil, watercolor pencil, and pen/ink, taking inspiration from local flora and your favorite botanicals. In addition to naturalistic renderings you will be able to experiment with design work including inspiration from Art Nouveau and the tarot!
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live, nude figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreLearn techniques to hone your skills with drawing the human figure in graphite pencils. With the help of your imagination, photo references, and the medium of your choice, you'll then incorporate elements such as costumes or props to transform your figure drawing into a character in a fantastical scene. We will have a live figure […]
read moreIn this intermediate drawing class centered on pencil work, students will learn the intricacies of capturing proportion and mastering composition. They will discover the nuanced art of using pencils to create harmonious and visually compelling pieces of art. Through individualized feedback and guidance, students will learn how to effectively balance proportion and composition to create […]
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live, nude figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreStudents will learn the basics of comic book storytelling, including character design, panel layout, and speech bubbles. Through exploring different styles of comics and collaborating with their peers, students will gain confidence in expressing themselves and develop their artistic and communication skills. By the end of the program, each student will have created their own […]
read moreWant a new approach to drawing and painting? Explore mark making with ink, pen and brush. We’ll examine both the classical and contemporary use of ink wash, pen, ink and more. Exercises will be focused on gesture, contour, observation and texture.
read moreBring along your oil pastels or oil paint sticks for this plein air class that meets in different locations around our fabulous River City. We’ll visit some of Richmond’s favorite sites—such as Pony Pasture and Maymont—and discover some new ones too! This course will meet off-site and instruction will happen in the great outdoors. We’ll […]
read moreDiscover how to convey line, form, color, shape, texture, and more through drawing. Fine-tune your drawing skills using a variety of drawing media. In-class exercises and critiques, along with critical discussions of other artists’ work will broaden your understanding of technique and expand your expressive content.
read moreLearn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreConducting figure studies can improve your representation of the human body, as well as the way it interacts with light. We’ll use various media, including graphite, charcoal, sanguine and conte chalk, as we work through a series of quick-gesture and long-pose drawings. Enjoy demonstrations and discussions about anatomy and drawing techniques.
read moreWould you like to begin to draw? Learn the basics of drawing and composition including line, shape, space, and value. We will start at the beginning, welcoming first-time artists or those returning to drawing after a long time. Drawing can be a wonderful way to decompress and transition to a different headspace. In addition to […]
read moreLearn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live, nude figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live, nude figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreLearn the art of character design and worldbuilding in this D&D focused class! We will operate as an adventuring party and take on fun drawing challenges framed as in-game encounters. Students will learn about collaborative storytelling and worldbuilding, D&D character creation, how to GM a tabletop RPG, how to bring their characters and worlds to […]
read moreParticipants will draw portraits from a live, clothed figure model. Session starts with a warm up of short poses, then moves into a few longer sessions. A studio monitor will guide the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreParticipants will draw portraits from a live, clothed figure model. Session starts with a warm up of short poses, then moves into a few longer sessions. A studio monitor will guide the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreBuild drawing skills with a series of exercises focused on speed, confidence, observation and style. We’ll fill an entire sketchbook during this six week class. We’ll focus on confident drawings with pen, marker, or pencil—no erasing! Start over, look closely, try again. Don’t be too precious. Draw the same thing ten times fast! Let’s keep […]
read moreParticipants will draw portraits from a live, clothed figure model. Session starts with a warm up of short poses, then moves into a few longer sessions. A studio monitor will guide the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreParticipants will draw portraits from a live, clothed figure model. Session starts with a warm up of short poses, then moves into a few longer sessions. A studio monitor will guide the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read more“A line is a dot that went for a walk. A drawing is simply a line going for a walk. Art does not reproduce what we see; rather, it makes us see.”—Paul Klee. Do you suffer from artist’s/writer’s block? Do you fear making the first mark in a brand new sketchbook or journal? Would you […]
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live, nude figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreIn this intermediate drawing class centered on pencil work, students will learn the intricacies of capturing proportion and mastering composition. They will discover the nuanced art of using pencils to create harmonious and visually compelling pieces of art. Through individualized feedback and guidance, students will learn how to effectively balance proportion and composition to create […]
read moreParticipants will draw portraits from a live, clothed figure model. Session starts with a warm up of short poses, then moves into a few longer sessions. A studio monitor will guide the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
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