Ongoing Classes

Foundations: Looking

$190 |  May 21 - June 25 | 7 - 9 pm | Wednesday evenings with Alex | 6 weeks

In this class, we will develop basic drawing skills through close observation of objects and still life constructions. 

Each week, we will meet for 2 hours, in which we will engage in a series of exercises designed to cultivate the artist’s observational facilities and strengthen the connection between eye and hand. 

We will learn to recognize and interpret light and dark, proportionality, perspective, and methods for translating these observations into marks on the page with the aim of overriding inhibition through observation and action. By subjugating our interpretive minds to only what can be seen, we will open up pathways to creative expression and begin to explore what might make a successful picture. 

While some technical demonstration will be offered, the class will primarily serve as a vehicle for participants to cultivate their observational abilities through prolonged focus, practice, and varied approaches. Participants will be given exercises to do outside of class should they wish to commit additional time to bolstering their skills, but it will not be required. One aim of the class is to encourage participants to develop their own practice, and by looking, become engaged in observing and representing the world around us.

Students must bring their own materials, Material List is here