Designed for beginning students, this class introduces the fundamentals of figure drawing while helping students cultivate their own way of seeing. Through a balance of observational study and expressive interpretation, students will explore essential drawing techniques. Emphasis will be placed on drawing the human figure from live models, anatomy, and proportion. Exercises will focus on gesture drawing, blocking in forms, and exploring page composition. By the end of the course, students will demonstrate proficiency in observational and expressive drawing techniques and apply principles of composition, proportion, and anatomy to figure drawing. The class will include group discussions designed to refine observational skills and encourage creative growth. On the first day of class, please bring one sample of artwork that you admire.

NOTE: Supplies—charcoal or Conte crayon, newsprint, clipboard, and kneaded eraser.