Course 1: The Short Course in Sketching covers the basics of contour drawing, basic forms, and value shading. Discover how easy it is to sketch using observational skills and basic techniques. Bring a sketchbook, at least 8.5"x11", a No. 2 (HB) pencil, a 6B drawing pencil, pencil sharpener and eraser. No art experience necessary. Instructor has 40 years of teaching experience. Course 2: Expanding Your Sketching Skills includes practice with contour drawing, basic forms, and value shading to understand the use of lights and darks to create contrast. Gesture drawing, understanding angles, and learning how to draw faces will be taught. Bring a sketchbook, at least 8.5"x11", a No. 2 (HB) pencil, a 6B drawing pencil, pencil sharpener and eraser.

Learn how to sketch people using contour line, basic forms, and value shading. No previous art experience is necessary. We will explore gesture drawing to capture movement to create dynamic sketches. Bring a sketchbook (at least 8.5”x 11”, an HB (No. 2) pencil, an eraser, pencil sharpener, and blending tortillion (optional).