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Student posing with charcoal drawing of plaster cast mask

CLASSICAL DRAWING AND PAINTING

In these ongoing classes, students learn the fundamentals of how to draw with charcoal and pencil and paint using the classical techniques practiced by the European artists of the 18th and 19th centuries. Students are guided through a series of exercises that help train the eye to see and then draw accurately.

Students begin by copying master drawings made by Charles Bargue.​ Later, students draw from plaster cast reproductions of classic sculptures with charcoal. Continuing students learn the fundamentals of oil painting in grisaille, to model form showing light and values.

Drawing supplies are provided as part of the class fee. Painting supplies are not provided as part of the class fee. Please bring your own supplies.
A supply list will be provided for painting supplies. Please consult with Raz Seri for preferred size of canvas.

Painting Supply List:
canvas (from Michaels or Guiry's)
Titanium White - large size 125ml
Ivory Black
Raw Umber
Small size of walnut Oil
5 or 6 Brushes, Flats, size 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10
synthetic is fine.


 

PAINT LIKE THE MASTERS

Make a copy of a favorite painting or drawing by an artist you admire and develop your art skills at the same time. Students will need to bring an image of the art they wish to copy to the first class. Students may continue to work on their subject for more than one month.

Paints and canvas not provided by the school. Please consult with Raz to select the right painting colors.

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2810 Wilderness Place Suite B | 303-819-5923 | sharon@bsofa.net

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