Drawing with Color

• Teacher: Mary Shea
• Fee: Model fees included in course price
• Class Length: 4 week session
• Class Days: Thursdays, June 8 – 29
• Time: 10:00 – 12:30 pm PDT

“Color in pictures is like enthusiasm in life.”

Vincent van Gogh

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Do you want to draw? Do you want to learn more about color?

Here is an opportunity to do both!

In this short but sweet summer session each class will focus on a specific color contrast; for example, students will practice working monochromatically, using warm and cool colors, and finding color harmonies. We’ll work mostly with colored pencil but will discuss other color materials that students may want to bring and use. 

By taking color theory into enthusiastic practice, students will build confidence in using color as an integral part of a drawing and have fun in the process.

This adult drawing class is appropriate for beginning artists as well as those who wish to improve their skills

This in-depth class for adult students is appropriate for beginners, people with some drawing lessons, or experienced artists who want additional instruction and practice.

Materials:

Drawing paper
I suggest a pad of white drawing paper 11×14 or larger
One option is: Canson XL Mixed Media 11×14 but choose any pad of decent drawing paper that is not terribly expensive. Ask the store clerks for suggestions, too
18×24 newsprint pad the cheapest you can find.

Pencils and charcoal:
For simplicity, you could get a package that includes the basics:
Generals Essential Tools
It has graphite pencils, charcoal, charcoal pencils, eraser, a sharpener, etc.
If you buy separately, please get:

Charcoal sticks (willow) (they come in small bags/boxes of 5 or so)   medium or soft
Graphite pencils  (at least 3) soft ones: 2B, 4B, 6B
Eraser (1 or 2) solid ones like Staedtler or Pink Pearl
A hand held pencil sharpener, there are endless choices.

Other Supplies:
Later in the session I will probably ask you to bring ink and a brush, as well as a sheet or two of better drawing paper. We will be using glue sticks at some point, and perhaps some color materials later in the session (colored pencils or watercolor or ?).

Drawing “After Bonnard” by Mary Shea

COVID STATEMENT
SAL is no longer requiring masks at our studio in light of the recent change in the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) Mask Order. We understand that some students may still prefer to wear masks, and we will respect and accommodate their individual choices. We remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of our students and staff by following all guidelines and recommendations from health officials.