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Beginning Drawing

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Beginning Drawing

8 Session Weekend Studio Arts Course

8 sessions from April 23 ​to June 18, 2023​
Session Dates
1
April 23, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
2
April 30, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
3
May 7, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
4
May 14, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
5
May 21, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
6
June 4, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
7
June 11, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
8
June 18, 2023
10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
Code: 1V00RS
Location:
This online program is presented on Zoom.
Registration
$255
Member
$285
Non-Member
Materials for this program
  1. Supply List

This course, a valuable introduction for beginners, teaches the basic skills needed as a strong foundation for drawing. Working with a variety of materials and techniques, including charcoal and pencils, students explore the rendering of geometric forms, volume, and perspective, with an emphasis on personal gesture marks.

The course covers still-life, architectural interiors and exteriors, and figure drawing. The instructor, working closely with students in class, provides individual guidance, demonstrations, and lectures, and encourages group discussion.

Special Program Information

  • The instructor is Josh Highter.
  • This program includes 8 sessions, 2.5 hours each.
  • Class will not be held on May 28.
  • NOTE: Registration will close for this program at 3 p.m. ET on Friday, April 21, 2023.

General Information

  • This studio arts program is a Zoom Meeting to allow for patron and instructor interaction online.
  • All Studio Arts programs require an online ticket for each participant so that the instructor can provide individual attention to every student registered for the online program.
  • This program will be recorded. Please see our FAQ for recording terms and conditions.
  • Please refer to the "Materials for this program" section for any applicable supply list information and/or special documents for this program.
  • View Common FAQs and Policies about our Online Programs on Zoom.