DRW101 Drawing for Beginners

Program Overview

This drawing course is designed for beginners and those with minimal experience. It focuses on developing drawing skills and confidence through hands-on exercises, emphasizing mark-making and a fresh perspective on the world. The course includes modules on drawing tools, techniques, expressive and observational drawing, and developing a personal style. Students are encouraged to bring their own drawing materials, with some materials provided.

Program Outline

Outline:

Content:

This course focuses on developing students' drawing skills and confidence using various tools and materials. It emphasizes learning to see by utilizing basic drawing approaches and materials to capture diverse subjects. Through selected expressive and observational drawing exercises, students will be encouraged to adopt a bold yet sensitive approach to mark-making while discovering a fresh perspective on the world around them.

Structure:

The course utilizes a hands-on learning approach with ample references to examples and practical demonstrations. It caters to individuals with minimal or no prior drawing experience.

Course Schedule:

• Nelson:
• Start Date: July 31, 2024
• Duration: July 31 - September 18, 2024 (20 hours)
• Schedule: Wednesdays, 5:30-8:15pm
• Location: Room G301

Modules:

• Introduction to drawing tools and materials
• Basic drawing techniques and approaches
• Expressive drawing exercises
• Observational drawing exercises
However, students with previous drawing experience may find the course suitable for practicing and developing their skills with dry media.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• What experience do I need?
No previous drawing experience is required, but individuals with prior experience can benefit from practicing and developing their skills. All paper is supplied and some materials, but students need to bring most of their own drawing materials. A list of required materials will be provided in the first session.

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