Classical Figure Drawing & Anatomy
Instructor: Randall DiGiuseppe
This course introduces students to the same basic methods and techniques to drawing from the live model applied by the great masters since the Renaissance. Students are taught how to observe, organize and apply sound drawing principles to create a figure drawing from beginning to end. Instructor demos, anatomy and exploring master figure drawings are included in the curriculum. Students will shed apprehension, gain confidence and ultimately develop a concise approach to one of the most essential, complex and beautiful exercises in classical art. All levels are welcome.
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/12/22
Day & Time: Tuesdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Cost: $320.00, In-Studio
*Image: Student work
Classical Drawing & Painting
Instructor: Randall DiGiuseppe
This class introduces students to the basic concepts, materials and methods of drawing. Students are guided through a series of foundational exercises that hone their observing and drawing skills each week. Every assignment focuses on a different topic (contour, value, perspective, chiaroscuro, etc.) designed to develop the student's drawing proficiency. This class is tailored to beginners, as well as seasoned artists, seeking a comfortable but challenging setting to elevate their skillset and to explore the beauty and endless possibilities of drawing.
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/12/22
Day & Time: Tuesdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm, In-studio
Cost: $240.00
*Image: Student work
Portrait Drawing & Painting
Instructor: William "Bill" Graf
Working from a live model (mirror or photographs for online students) students learn to draw and paint portraits in the academic tradition. Building upon principles which were established in plaster cast drawing and painting, great emphasis is placed on accuracy of shapes, mixing flesh tones, and capturing the sitter's personality.
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/11/22
Day & Time: Mondays 10:00am - 1:00pm, Online
Cost: $240.00
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/13/22
Day & Time: Wednesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm, In-Studio
Cost: $320.00 (3 Student minimum)
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/13/22
Day & Time: Wednesdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm, In-Studio & Online
Cost: $320.00, In-Studio (3 Student minimum); $240.00, Online-only (Self-portrait or from photo)
*Image: Instructor work
Cast Drawing
Instructor: William "Bill" Graf
This course serves as an introduction to drawing and is for the beginner. To those with little or no experience in art, the world of drawing and painting can be both exciting and intimidating. This course is specifically designed to welcome the new student and to educate them in the most important bedrock concepts. From learning how to select paper to understanding basic geometry, from discovering different types of charcoal to observing the flow of light over form, this course teaches students how representational, three dimensional drawing and painting is really a visual language of symbols and can be learned. Past students of this course unanimously attest that the educational offerings of this course strips away intimidation and ushers the novice into the arts.
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/11/22
Day & Time: Mondays 10:00am - 1:00pm, Online
Cost: $240.00
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/13/22
Day & Time: Wednesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm, In-Studio
Cost: $240.00
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/13/22
Day & Time: Wednesdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm, In-Studio & Online
Cost: $240.00
*Image: Student work
Drawing & Painting
Instructor: William "Bill" Graf
This class is designed for all levels from beginner to professional.
The class will focus on painting in all mediums: oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, graphite & charcoal. The students will have the opportunity to paint Still Life, Landscape, portrait and cast drawing .
Students may work from photographs or life and will explore different techniques of drawing and painting.
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/13/22
Day & Time: Wednesdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Cost: $240.00, In-Studio & Online
*Image: Instructor work
Classical Figure Drawing
Instructor: Randall DiGiuseppe
This class is designed for the student new to figure drawing. They will be introduced to the same basic methods and techniques used by the Renaissance masters to draw from the live model (long pose). They will learn to observe, organize and apply sound drawing principles to create figure drawings from beginning to end. Instructor demos, anatomy and exploring master figure drawings are included in the course. Ultimately, the student will shed their apprehension, gain confidence and build an effective skillset for taking on one of the most complex and beautiful exercises in classical art. All levels are welcome.
Summer I Session: 4 weeks starting 7/14/22
Day & Time: Thursdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Cost: $320.00, In-Studio
*Image: Instructor work