Still Life Drawing: Composition and Light

Still Life Drawing: Composition and Light is crafted for adult learners aiming to develop or enhance their drawing skills through the focused study of still life. This course emphasizes the importance of composition and the manipulation of light and shadow to create depth, volume, and interest in still life drawings. Students will explore a variety of drawing mediums and techniques, with an emphasis on observing and capturing the intricate details and textures of objects.

Course Outcomes for Students - 

• Acquire a solid foundation in still life drawing, including an understanding of its history, significance, and the basic skills required for accurate observation and representation of objects.
• Develop a deep understanding of composition principles in still life art, learning to arrange objects in a manner that creates balance, focus, and visual interest in drawings.
• Explore and apply various techniques for rendering textures and details in objects, using methods such as cross-hatching, stippling, and varying line weights to achieve realism.
• Learn specific techniques for drawing reflective and transparent surfaces, accurately depicting reflections, transparency, and refracted light to add complexity and interest to still life compositions.
• Participate in a community of learners, sharing experiences and feedback, to foster a supportive environment for artistic development.

Requirements - A curious and interested mind, no experience is necessary for this course.  

Materials - All regular course materials are included, though students may receive lists of supplies if they would like to practice at home after the course ends. We do provide a sketchbook for students, but students are welcome to bring their own if they choose. 

Note: this class is Sat, Aug 3, 24, and 31. We do not have class August 10.