Working in black and white is an exciting strategy for advancing creative potential. Removing color from the equation pushes the artist to rely on other important elements such as value contrast, mark making, and composition.

Students have the opportunity to work from a variety of subject matter, including contemporary still life, landscape, street scenes, and simplified heads and figures. Begin with simple pencil techniques such as gesture and shading before progressing to charcoal and pastel, which serve as a bridge to the painting process. In the afternoon, students work with a wide range of wet and dry media in order to create dynamic compositions in black, white, and gray.

Special Program Information

• The instructor is Amy Dapice.
• This program includes one 6.25-hour session.
• NOTE: Registration will close for this program at 3 p.m. ET on Friday, June 27, 2025.

General Information

• This studio arts program is in person and will not be recorded.
• Please refer to the "Materials for this program" section for any applicable supply list information and/or special documents for this program.
• Please note our Health and Safety guidance for this in-person program.
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