Drawing Fundamentals ClassThis class will be taught online in the Fall 2020 semester because of Covid-19.
Forget talent! Drawing is a skill that is developed through practice. In this class, we will discuss and practice different techniques which can help anyone learn to draw, or improve their current skill level–even those who “can’t even draw a stick figure.” Students will learn techniques to improve their perception of the world around them, and then translate that into lines on paper. They’ll also learn basic artistic vocabulary and apply it in discussion and practice. At the end of this course, students will have a solid artistic foundation for creating beautiful representational art, as well as an improved understanding and perception of the world around them. |
      Drawings made by me using techniques taught in the class.
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September 9-October 21 (Wednesdays) This session is now full
October 27-December 8 (Tuesdays)
6-7:30 pm (Eastern Time)
Fee: $110
This class will be taught ONLINE
REGISTER HERE
This is not a children’s class; it is aimed at adults and dedicated teens. I think of it as a 101 level class—the very beginners level, but requiring enough attention span and responsibility to listen to some lectures, participate in drawing exercises, and do some (fun!) homework.
I’ve had a mixed experience having teens in this class—those who wanted to be there and were independently interested in learning the material did great, and were a great addition to the class. Those who were made to take the class by their parents did not do as well. Since community education classes were incredibly important to my artistic development as a teen, it Is important to me to continue to allow teens to sign up for this course. Parents are expected to use their best judgement as to whether their teen is ready for this class.
For more information about the course, you can email me at sarahluannart AT gmail DOT com, or you can use the contact form on this site--just click on "contact" in the site menu.
October 27-December 8 (Tuesdays)
6-7:30 pm (Eastern Time)
Fee: $110
This class will be taught ONLINE
REGISTER HERE
This is not a children’s class; it is aimed at adults and dedicated teens. I think of it as a 101 level class—the very beginners level, but requiring enough attention span and responsibility to listen to some lectures, participate in drawing exercises, and do some (fun!) homework.
I’ve had a mixed experience having teens in this class—those who wanted to be there and were independently interested in learning the material did great, and were a great addition to the class. Those who were made to take the class by their parents did not do as well. Since community education classes were incredibly important to my artistic development as a teen, it Is important to me to continue to allow teens to sign up for this course. Parents are expected to use their best judgement as to whether their teen is ready for this class.
For more information about the course, you can email me at sarahluannart AT gmail DOT com, or you can use the contact form on this site--just click on "contact" in the site menu.
What students have said about this course:
"I loved this class and feel it has fundamentally altered and expanded my vision. It was exciting to get such a new and deeper understanding of how to see the world." -Judy Schultz
"...An excellent course on learning how to draw... Sarah takes the time to critique your work. You will learn some valuable techniques that are helpful in the drawing process. She is an outstanding teacher and she truly cares that everyone will learn the fundamentals of drawing. It was a great learning experience for me." -Debbie Iachetta
"Sarah's thoughtful approach to teaching made drawing accessible and enjoyable. She is a great benefit to the creative needs of the community." -Paul Mason
"...An excellent course on learning how to draw... Sarah takes the time to critique your work. You will learn some valuable techniques that are helpful in the drawing process. She is an outstanding teacher and she truly cares that everyone will learn the fundamentals of drawing. It was a great learning experience for me." -Debbie Iachetta
"Sarah's thoughtful approach to teaching made drawing accessible and enjoyable. She is a great benefit to the creative needs of the community." -Paul Mason
Recently I put together a youtube video of my (somewhat ramble-y, but hopefully still interesting) thoughts on why I think drawing is a GREAT hobby. The video includes timelapses of a few of my recent sketches.