Join the High Museum in Atlanta for an engaging and comprehensive introduction to drawing that explores a diverse array of techniques and materials. Participants will have the chance to experiment with lines, mark-making, shapes, texture, tone, and composition, creating drawings inspired by observation, imagination, and memory. The course emphasizes the principles of design to enhance and support individual compositions.
Drawing from the teachings of Betty Edwards, the acclaimed author of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, participants will build their drawing skills through contour exercises and a focus on negative space. Under the guidance of a professional teaching artist, attendees will draw from a variety of still life props and photographic references.
Week 1: The class kicks off with an introduction to the drawing materials and techniques that will be covered throughout the course. Students will begin practicing contour drawings, exploring lines and mark-making.
Week 2: Participants will delve into the importance of shape and value, enhancing their understanding of negative space.
Week 3: This week focuses on creating visual texture and experimenting with composition as students develop their drawings from observation, imagination, and memory.
Week 4: The final week involves completing drawings that incorporate all the techniques studied. The course will conclude with a reflective discussion about the participants’ work and insights gained throughout the experience.
Come experience this unique opportunity to develop your artistic skills at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta!
