June 6, 2013

Drawing Fundamentals I (Summer 2013)

Banish any fears about your ability to draw by learning the basics! This course is an introduction to the language of drawing and how it is used to communicate what and how we observe the world around us. Students will focus on 1) shapes and edges, 2) proportion and measurement, 3) light and shadow, and 4) the illusion of space or perspective.

Charcoal on Paper. 20x16.
Charcoal on paper. 20x16.

Visual Art Class

Adults are welcome to register or enroll via The Drawing Studio (TDS).

About the Host

The Drawing Studio (TDS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enriches people's lives by providing artistic inspiration and studio art instruction for people at any age (from 9-90+) at any level of experience. For more information, visit The Drawing Studio TDS.org.

Instructor

Christy Olsen

Dates

June 14 - August 9, 2013

Meets

(8) Friday Afternoons (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM) 3 hours per session

Location

The Drawing Studio (Studio No. 1)
33 Sixth Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85701

Level

No prerequisite. All levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced.

Enroll

Online (The Drawing Studio TDS.org)
Or phone: +1 (520) 620-0947

Course Code

DF1.J

Tuition

$185, $160 (Associate Members)

Materials for Class
  • Charcoal – 1 box of Académie Fusains HB Medium ®Nitram or any brand of vine charcoal 
  • Pencil - Pure woodless graphite HB (Preferred brands: ® General's, ®Koh-I-Noor, ® Faber-Castell PITT) 
  • Eraser - Tuff Stuff Eraser Stick (® Paper Mate, no other brand substitutes, please!)
  • Paper – heavyweight (at least 70 lbs or 80 lbs) any size equal to or larger than an 11" x 17" sheet, loose-leaf, sketchbook, or sketch pad 
  • Sandpaper - Fine grit from 300 - 400 works best for sharpening charcoal or pencils. 

All supplies can be found at an art supply store. We will review the supply list on the first day of class if you have any questions.