Explore the artistry and mechanics of comics by reading and discussing contemporary works and completing guided exercises to create our own pieces. Learn how text and image collaborate to tell a story that is greater than the sum of its parts. We will work on fast and fearless in-class exercises to stretch our minds and […]
read moreLet’s get outside and explore Richmond's parks! Whether you new to the city or a native, this is a great way to see more of your community and practice your drawing skills. As a class we are going to meet up and wander through three different parks, capturing spring and documenting what we see.We welcome […]
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreLearn how to use gouache paint as we create works from observation. Gouache is an opaque, flat, color medium with beautiful possibilities. We'll start with a one-subject painting from observation and then move through projects with a variety of subjects like still-lifes with fruits and vegetables, flowers and botanicals, interiors and furniture, and outdoor landscapes. […]
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
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 moreCome and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. Crayons can be viewed as palettes in a box, there’s so many colors to explore in a box of crayons. Whether it’s drawing, coloring, or creating abstract art, each family member […]
read moreWatercolor beginners will learn the art of watercolor painting and explore techniques such as glazing, wet-on-wet, and the use of salt and plastic wrap to create textures in paintings. As we build on these techniques, we'll paint amazing abstracts and lovely landscapes throughout the session.
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 moreFigure drawing is a time honored tradition in the history of art, and due to its challenging nature, it is an excellent training ground for the all-around artist. For most students, the toughest part of drawing a portrait or figure is getting the proportions right. It can be challenging to find an instructor who teaches […]
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live 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 figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreTake a painting class with your buddy! Ask a family member, friend, partner or any one dear to you to join you in this beginning to intermediate painting class! Buddies in class will get in touch with their personal style as well as exploring some collaborative painting! Paint together and learn some art history alongside […]
read moreCome and make art side by side as a family. Families will explore a new medium each week and create a beautiful project together. Come and make art side by side as a family. Families will explore a new medium each week and create a beautiful project together. In this free class you will be […]
read moreLearn various techniques for creating shape, value, and texture with felt tip pens and dip pens.
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live 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 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 figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreLearn methods of using soft pastels for landscape subjects from conception to completion. We'll cover application methods, color mixing techniques, and blending processes for drawing the landscape. Various methods and techniques will be discussed based on the papers and materials chosen by each student. We'll go over principles of composition based on format variation including […]
read moreCast drawing is a traditional method of teaching drawing that was popularized in the 19th Century. Students will draw from casts of sculptures and learn materials handling, methods to master proportions, and techniques for depicting form using line and shading. The main objective of the course is to teach students how to see in a […]
read moreThese drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreCome and make art side by side as a family. Families will explore a new medium each week and create a beautiful project together. Create unique pieces of jewelry or keychains by making your own plastic charms. Shrinky dinks are a fun materials where artists can create drawings on plastic, then shrink them in the […]
read moreLearn methods of using soft pastels for landscape subjects from conception to completion. We'll cover application methods, color mixing techniques, and blending processes for drawing the landscape. Various methods and techniques will be discussed based on the papers and materials chosen by each student. We'll go over principles of composition based on format variation including […]
read moreCreate paintings using collage techniques. We’ll begin by creating a series of small media experiments with acrylic paint. Then we’ll incorporate those experiments into a larger collage on panel.
read moreLearn the basics of watercolor painting while we make fall themed paintings, featuring pumpkins, apples, florals and leaves. Topics covered include brush stroke techniques, painting wet on wet and wet on dry, glazing, ink with watercolors, and flooding and blending. We will touch on adding calligraphy to your small paintings, which will be perfect for […]
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